Peak Inventory Planning with PEAK Pallet Shuttle ASRS System

PEAK Shuttle ASRS System for Optimized Pallet Storage

The guiding phrase in today’s business climate is “plan for the unexpected.” While that is much easier said than done, there are inventory tactics and storage solutions that can help you manage supply chain disruptions and rampant demand. Part of that process is blending your evolving inventory mix with tailored and scalable storage solutions to ensure you have enough space and easy access to stock as needed. This critical component has many businesses turning to automation, such as ASRS systems that can create high-density storage in a condensed space and require minimal labor force. Here are several examples of how automated storage systems can help you anticipate and manage inventory fluctuations.   

Inventory Options – Bridge Supply Chain Disruptions & Seasonal Uptick

Everything revolves around the inventory. You need inventory to satisfy customer demand. As we continue to deal with supply chain backlogs and volatility, many businesses are hedging their bets with safety stock, buffer stock, and a ready supply of seasonal (or anticipated) inventory.

• Safety stock – prevents stock-outs for work-in-process operations by keeping inventory on hand to protect against unexpected supply shortages. Safety stock can be raw materials, finished goods, or packaging… whatever is needed to keep customers from seeking alternative suppliers.
• Buffer stock – anticipates consumer-driven variations and protects against stockouts of finished goods.
• Anticipation inventory – usually seasonal products where you can predict or at least anticipate a sell-through rate of inventory.  

All that sounds like good planning, but before you stock up, you need to have a place to put all that inventory that will also ensure efficient stock rotation. Lastly, you must consider labor cost increases to access it — or do you?

 

PEAK Shuttle – Semi-Automated Pallet Storage

ASRS systems such as the PEAK Pallet Shuttle can effectively solve warehouse storage needs without increasing labor costs. Take a look at PEAK Shuttle in action:

PEAK Shuttle is a semi-automated pallet shuttle system with high-density capacity and high-speed put-a-way and retrieval function. PEAK is scalable for your inventory needs, whether deep-lane buffer stock or high-throughput continuous operation.

 

• Condense pallet storage – up to 70% more pallet storage than traditional selective rack.
• Improve accuracy – semi-automated shuttles are operated via remote control for high-speed, accurate pallet selection.
• Maximize vertical space – low vertical clearance per level allows higher structures than comparable high-density storage rack, i.e., pallet flow or push-back rack.  
• Minimize labor costs – fewer forklifts, less travel time, and faster put-a-way and retrieval spell big savings and better warehouse efficiency.
• Achieve warehouse safety – fewer forklifts and no rack/forklift interaction improves safety for your busy operation.
• Prevent inventory damage – PEAK Shuttle safely distributes pallets and ensures sufficient space between pallets.
• Configure FIFO or LIFO inventory storage – configure for first-in/first-out or last-in/first-out inventory rotation.

 

 

Taking Stock in Better Storage Applications

ASRS systems like PEAK Shuttle can deliver critical support for businesses navigating choppy supply chain waters.  PEAK prepares your vessel for smooth sailing by providing necessary storage capacity, ensuring responsiveness, and reducing your labor expenses. What a system like PEAK won’t do is overwhelm your team with complicated operations and excessive training.

 

Call Apex today for more information, and let’s see if an ASRS system is the best match for your need. Apex offers full-service warehouse systems design, integration, automation, installation, and equipment. All your warehouse needs –just a call away.

We look forward to the opportunity to serve you.