http://www.mhia.org/rss/industrygroups/as-rs MHIA.org Automated Storage Retrieval Systems en-us Copyright Material Handling Industry® 2007 10 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 08:37:23 GMT A high performance picking system (HPPS), an intelligent combination of mechanics and software, met project requirements for a redesigned central warehouse and distribution center of a European cutlery supplier. The pick-to-light system, storage and retrieval machines allow for the quick, efficient and ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/7794/high-performance-picking-system-eliminates-replenishment-labor Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:27:36 GMT In order to update this office products wholesalers’ facility and resolve their storage and operating issues, their existing rack and pallet handling system was expanded and automated, which included the implementation of an integrated conveyor and control system. Not only did automation increase their ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3329/office-products-wholesaler-incorporates-automated-aisle-changing-cranes Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:26:43 GMT This poultry processing facility needed improved responsiveness, performance and quality in their cold storage operation. To accomplish this, they implemented a new automated 5-aisle storage system and integrated their existing in-house WMS with a WCS resulted in increased response times. The system ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3328/cold-storage-facility-takes-advantage-of-fully-automated-aisle-storage-system Wed, 28 May 2008 15:22:08 GMT Learn how a leader in employee recognition companies incorporated a number of material handling concepts to achieve 120% in productivity improvement, a 70% reduction in order cycle time and increased production by 17%. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3357/automated-material-flow-is-highest-award-for-employee-recognition-company Wed, 28 May 2008 15:21:41 GMT Faced with rising variable costs and looming capacity restraints, a leading direct mail and direct response company built a new 470,000 sq. ft. facility around several core manufacturing processes: digital transfer printing technology, printing coupon signatures instead of individual coupons, and wrapping ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/7632/direct-mail---direct-response-company-slashes-cycle-time Wed, 28 May 2008 15:20:57 GMT Today's automotive assembly plants have a rigorous dependency on their suppliers. This case study highlights one of the certified first-tier suppliers to a luxury SUV assembler. They build wiring harnesses specifically to a customer order (for a specific vehicle) at a remote factory, ship to a third ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3337/luxury-suv-assembler-s-just-in-sequence-system Wed, 28 May 2008 15:20:04 GMT Has your flight been delayed due to mechanical parts failure? Airlines try to avoid these Airplane on Ground (AOG) situations at all costs by getting parts to the mechanics ASAP. This case study describes a distribution system that has reduced cycle time picking parts orders by 60% and cut delivery time ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3348/parts-are-delivered-faster-so-your-airplane-is-ready-to-go-when-you-are- Wed, 28 May 2008 15:19:28 GMT One of the leading beef suppliers in the country found it required a fast, flexible distribution system with precise inventory control to keep up with growth and customer demands. They requested assistance in developing a state-of-the-art material flow system designed for efficient material flow and ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3344/beef-distribution-facility-has-no-beef-about-their-automation-system- Wed, 28 May 2008 15:18:47 GMT This manufacturer of gas cement logs for fireplace specialty dealers in the US and Canada decided to make the leap to an automated material handling system to reduce production time, make more efficient use of available floor space and to reduce workers compensation claims. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3356/use-point-manager-system-ignites-gas-log-production-company Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:03:27 GMT When this dairy manufacturer decided it was time to consolidate distribution from 14 manufacturing facilities into one national distribution center, it produced a state-of-the-art facility that could accommodate aggressive growth. This distribution center continues to set the benchmark within the chilled ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/7633/high-density-storage-reduces-energy-consumption Mon, 07 Apr 2008 20:21:47 GMT Below is a list of ASRS news. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news Fri, 04 Apr 2008 18:14:14 GMT Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems (ASRS) members are the Industry’s leading suppliers of automated storage/retrieval systems. They supply systems worldwide and in virtually every major manufacturing and distribution sector. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:49:28 GMT Below is a list of ASRS Technical Papers. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/technicalpapers Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:29:38 GMT Two American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved safety standards currently exist for Automatic Storage / Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) related technologies http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/standards Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:21:02 GMT Statistical trends are compiled from information collected from current MHIA ASRS Product Section Member Companies. This data does reflect the majority of new installations and indicates the breadth of the applications benefiting from the technology. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/statistics Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:09:06 GMT Below is a list of helpful definitions. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/definitions Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:38:05 GMT Skip to Navigation. Skip to Content. Industry Groups. Members Only. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/membersonly Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT Skip to Navigation. Skip to Content. Industry Groups. News. Free MHIA Vertical Lift Module White Paper Available. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news/free-mhia-vertical-lift-module-white-paper-available Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT If you have a question regarding the AS/RS industry group, please submit it below. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/join Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT Below is a list of ASRS member companies. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/members Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT The Carousel and Vertical Lift Module working group of the Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems Product Section (AS/RS) Product Section of Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) announces the release of its first safety standard. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news/as-rs-product-section-releases-first-carousel-safety-standard Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT Skip to Navigation. Skip to Content. Industry Groups. Case Studies. All of the case studies are in PDF format. They require the. Adobe Acrobat Reader. which is available free from Adobe.. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT The Carousel and Vertical Lift Module (C/VLM) Group of the Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) Product Section of Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) has released version 4.0 of their software tool designed to help organizations analyze how their warehouse space and personnel can be ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news/new-warehouse-space---productivity-analysis-tool-available Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT By investing in the right pieces of equipment, companies can take their lean manufacturing practices to the next level. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news/slimming-down-with-technology Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT By investing in the right pieces of equipment, companies can take their lean manufacturing practices to the next level. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news/equipment-photos Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT The Automatic Guided Vehicle Systems (AGVS) and the Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) Product Sections of MHIA announce the release of updated new installation data for the period 1994 to 2004. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news/material-handling-industry-of-america--mhia---as-rs-and-agvs-product-sections-issue-updated-application-trends Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:38:11 GMT Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) has released the results of two independent research studies on Automated Storage/Retrieval Systems (AS/RS)1 reliability. These studies, commissioned by MHIA and conducted by Brigham Young University's (BYU) Marriott School of Management, found that AS/RS ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/news/mhia-white-paper-details-results-of-as-rs-reliability-study Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:02:52 GMT What gives this major beef processor self-sufficiency in its operation? Find out in this case study how modernization increased reliability, flexibility and productivity in the most cost-effective manner. http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3299/where-s-the-beef-no-longer-an-issue-for-meat-processor- Thu, 17 Jan 2008 16:30:17 GMT With a new automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS), this home furnishings distributor has the capability to store over 81,000 pallets. Sizes include Euro (800 x 1200 mm) and customized (800 x 200 mm) pallets. The storage and retrieval machines handle 30 pallets per hour. This provides an overall ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/6292/home-furnishings-retailer-adds-as-rs-with-flexibility-to-handle-euro-and-custom-pallets Thu, 04 Oct 2007 08:56:18 GMT This global beef processing leader processes over 4,650 heads of cattle and produces more than 3.4 million lbs. of beef in 600,000 sq. ft. of space daily. However, an out-of-date ASRS and order management software limited the company's ability to meet customer needs. Learn how this site now has 100% ... http://www.mhia.org/industrygroups/as-rs/casestudies/3610/meat-producer-achieves-prime-results-with-improved-software--system