Choosing a vertical warehouse suitable for your company is a systematic project that requires comprehensive consideration of multiple factors. Here are some key considerations:
1. Clear requirements
Storage items: Determine the type, size, weight, shape, etc. of the items to be stored. Different types of items have different structural and functional requirements for the vertical warehouse.
Storage volume: Estimate current and future storage needs to provide a basis for the scale of the vertical warehouse.
In and out frequency: Determine the frequency of in and out of the warehouse, which will affect the throughput and automation of the vertical warehouse.
Special requirements: Are there any special requirements for environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and dust prevention.
2. Warehouse environment assessment
Space limitations: Measure the available space of the warehouse, including height, width, length, etc.
Load-bearing capacity: Assess the load-bearing capacity of the ground to determine the load of the vertical warehouse.
Ventilation conditions: Assess the ventilation conditions of the warehouse to ensure the heat dissipation of the equipment.
3. Selection of vertical warehouse type
Shuttle-type vertical warehouse: Suitable for high-density storage and fast in and out of the warehouse.
Stacker-type vertical warehouse: It has a wide range of applications and can store various types of goods
Aisle-type stacker vertical warehouse: It is suitable for storing large goods and has flexible access
Modular system of three-dimensional warehouse: It has high flexibility and can be expanded according to needs.
4. Equipment selection
Shelves: Choose the appropriate shelf type according to the characteristics of the stored items, such as pallet shelves, hanging shelves, etc.
Elevators: Choose elevators with lifting capacity and speed that meet the needs.
Conveying equipment: Choose appropriate conveying equipment to ensure the smooth flow of goods in the vertical warehouse.
Control system: Choose a powerful and easy-to-operate control system.
