In response to the growing need for high-density, intelligent warehouse solutions in emergency rescue logistics, the Jining Emergency Rescue unit partnered with HEGERLS to implement a circular automated warehouse using industrial robotic arms.
The solution addressed space limitations, high-frequency material handling, and operational efficiency challenges while reducing labor dependency.
Project Overview
Item | Details |
Industry | Emergency Rescue |
Warehouse Type | Circular Automated Warehouse |
Core Equipment | Industrial Robotic Arms + Automated Sorting & Conveyor System |
Stored Items | Emergency supplies, rescue equipment |
Warehouse Management | WMS + WCS intelligent management system |
Storage Capacity | High-density, optimized warehouse layout |
Main Benefits | Improved picking efficiency, rapid response, low labor costs |
Challenges
Irregular Warehouse Layout – Existing storage areas were irregular, limiting traditional racking efficiency.
High-Frequency Operations – Emergency supplies required fast and repeated storage/retrieval.
Operational Complexity – Manual handling led to errors and reduced inventory accuracy.
Budget Constraints – The client needed a cost-effective, scalable solution.
HEGERLS Solution
The warehouse was equipped with industrial robotic arms integrated into a circular automated storage system, managed by WMS and WCS.
System Features:
l Robotic arms for precise multi-directional material handling
l Circular rack layout maximizing vertical and horizontal space
l Automated conveyors connecting storage and picking zones
l Intelligent task scheduling through WMS + WCS integration
How It Works:
1. Emergency bins are transported to the picking area via conveyors.
2. Robotic arms retrieve or store bins into designated positions.
3. WMS records inventory data and dynamically optimizes storage locations.
4. Supplies are quickly delivered to emergency operations as needed.
Key Advantages
l High Storage Density: Circular racks + robotic arms reduce aisles and maximize space.
l Flexible Handling: Arms handle various bin sizes and adapt to irregular layouts.
l Scalable System: Additional robotic arms or racks can be added to meet growing demands.
l Energy Efficiency: Low energy consumption with intelligent control.
l Rapid Response: Meets the high-frequency demands of emergency logistics.
Project Results
Metric | Before Automation | After Automation |
Storage Capacity | Low | High-density storage |
Operational Efficiency | Moderate | Significantly improved |
Inventory Accuracy | 85% | 99% |
Labor Cost | High | Reduced by 40% |
Space Utilization | 60% | 95% |
FAQ
What is a circular automated warehouse?
A warehouse layout where racks form a circular pattern, often integrated with robotic systems for high-density and efficient material handling.
How do robotic arms improve warehouse efficiency?
Robotic arms enable precise, automated storage and retrieval, reducing manual errors and improving inventory accuracy.
Can this system handle irregular warehouse layouts?
Yes, the combination of circular racks and robotic arms adapts to irregular warehouse shapes.
What industries benefit from this solution?
Emergency rescue, manufacturing, e-commerce fulfillment, pharmaceuticals, and third-party logistics (3PL).
Is the system scalable?
Yes, additional robotic arms and racks can be added as storage or throughput requirements grow.
Enhance Your Warehouse Efficiency Today
HEGERLS offers circular automated warehouses, industrial robotic arms, intelligent sorting systems, and WMS/WCS integration to optimize storage density and operational efficiency.
Contact our team now for a customized warehouse automation solution.
