Auto Parts ASRS Automation: Globl PTR Solves Custom Pallet Challenge in Suzhou
A top car seat parts manufacturer in Changshu, Suzhou, faced a major hurdle. They make high-quality, safe, and eco-friendly auto accessories. As their business boomed, their warehouse struggled to keep up — highlighting the urgent need for Auto Parts ASRS Automation to enhance storage and efficiency.
The core issue? Their special pallets, measuring 850mm times 850mm and weighing 0.5 tons. This unusual size meant they couldn’t find standard equipment for high-density storage. Their operational efficiency was stuck, limiting future growth.
1. Globl PTR's Expertise in Auto Parts Automation
For over ten years, Globl PTR has been a leader in robotics for intelligent pallet handling. We deliver new solutions that change how warehouses store and move inventory.
- Proven Trust: We have sold over 5,000 units and completed more than 500 successful projects across 100+ industries.
The Partnership: Globl PTR worked closely with the auto parts maker. The goal was to build a custom, intelligent dense storage solution. This partnership was designed to maximize space, boost efficiency, and ensure future scalability through smart automation.
2. Project Obstacles: Why Custom Auto Parts ASRS Was Required
The project presented four critical problems that required Globl PTR’s specialized knowledge:
- No Room to Grow: The warehouse sits between two factory buildings. Physical expansion was impossible. Only a dense, vertical storage solution could increase capacity.
- Unique Pallet Size: Finding compatible automated equipment for the 850mm times 850mm pallets was extremely difficult.
- High Labor Costs: The large and growing inventory required too many workers. This raised costs and increased the risk of product damage and worker injury.
- Slow, Inaccurate Data: Inventory tracking was done manually, leading to delays, errors, and poor visibility. This drove up total operational costs.
3. The Globl PTR Auto Parts ASRS Automation Solution
After a detailed on-site assessment, Globl PTR designed a custom system for maximum efficiency with minimal resources.
3.1 Globl PTR ASRS Maximizes Auto Parts Storage Density
We installed 3 Globl PTR Series Four-Way Shuttles and 2 Lifts. This fully automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) greatly reduced manual labor and boosted speed.
3.2 Globl PTR ASRS Maximizes Auto Parts Vertical Space
We built a new 14-meter high, three-story warehouse with 11 shelving levels. This vertical design solved the space constraint by using the building’s full height.
3.3 Customized Shuttles Handle Non-Standard Auto Parts Pallets
These shuttles were specially engineered to handle the client’s non-standard 850mm times 850mm pallets. They replaced manual, labor-intensive tasks with precision and safety.
3.4 Intelligent WMS for Auto Parts Inventory
Globl PTR’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) now manages all operations. It uses built-in AI for optimization, real-time monitoring, smart maintenance alerts, and highly efficient cycle counting.
4. Proven Results: Transformation Through Auto Parts ASRS Automation
The implementation of the Globl PTR solution delivered clear, measurable improvements:
4.1 Intelligent WMS for Auto Parts Inventory
The layout was optimized for efficient goods-to-person operations. Storage capacity saw a significant increase, and overall costs dropped.
4.2 Efficiency Soars with Globl PTR Automation
Automated storage, retrieval, and sorting eliminated bottlenecks. The system easily manages full-pallet, full-case, and piece-picking, perfect for the automotive industry’s diverse parts and sequencing needs.
4.3 Damage & Accuracy Managed by Globl PTR
Automation minimized product handling errors, reducing damage and ensuring accurate inventory control. This led to a smoother and safer operation.
4.4 Real-Time Monitoring via Globl PTR WMS
The intelligent backend system provides live inventory visibility. The client can now make instant production adjustments based on current stock and sales, improving resource planning.
Globl PTR delivered a solution that turned a complex warehousing problem into a competitive advantage.
5. Proven Results: Transformation Through Auto Parts ASRS Automation
Is your business struggling with limited space, non-standard sizing, or rising labor costs?
Globl PTR specializes in designing and implementing custom, high-density automation solutions for the toughest warehouse challenges.
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