Automatic Storage and Retrieval System for the Corrugated Industry

What is an Automatic Storage and Retrieval WIP System (AS/RS)?

• The WSA-USA Vertical Rack Storage System is a fully automated corrugated WIP or finished goods handling system designed to maximize storage capacity while reducing the overall storage footprint and cost.

Typical Layouts

Specifically Designed to Accommodate Varying Roof Heights

25’ Roof Height – 4 High 50’ Roof Height – 7 High

Vertical Rack WIP AS/AR Systems

Comparison to Traditional WIP

Option A – Conveyor WIP Option B – Rack WIP Potential Savings

Capacity of stored board 5,200,000 ft/2 5,200,000 ft/2 --

Investment cost 3.8 M USD 2.5M USD 35%

Factory space required 45,000 ft/2 13,000 ft/2 70%

Motors & Drives 320 50 85%

Installed power 640kW 144kw 80%

Maintenance X X – ~45% 45%