2.5 m/s Automated Bin Stacker Crane for ASRS Storage Applications

2.5 m/s Automated Bin Stacker Crane for ASRS Storage Applications

Product Overview

The bin stacker crane is an automated storage and retrieval device designed for ASRS storage applications, high-bay warehouse systems, and bin-based automated material handling. It is mainly used for the storage, retrieval, transfer, and slot handling of bin-type goods, totes, and other small-load storage units inside warehouse aisles.

This model adopts an overhead rail structure with suspended rail traveling, allowing the equipment to run above the aisle instead of occupying floor-level transport space. For projects handling bin-type goods up to 50 kg, this structure is suitable for high-bay storage layouts where aisle utilization and automated access are important.

With a maximum horizontal speed of 2.5 m/s, maximum horizontal acceleration of 3 m/s², maximum lifting speed of 1 m/s, and automatic positioning, the system is suitable for warehouse applications that require defined storage and retrieval rhythm under automated control.

Application Background

In ASRS projects for bins and small goods, the main operational concerns usually include:

• how to improve high-bay space utilization
• how to support repeated storage and retrieval inside dense rack layouts
• how to maintain stable movement and defined positioning in automated aisles
• how to connect storage equipment with WMS/WCS for task scheduling and inventory tracking
• how to handle different bin sizes within one project range

For these applications, a bin stacker crane provides a practical solution because it combines horizontal travel, vertical lifting, and fork transfer in one automated unit. The overhead rail arrangement also helps reduce lower aisle occupation by floor-based transport equipment.

Technical Solution

This ASRS bin crane is built around an overhead rail structure, lifting mechanism, and fork handling unit for automated bin transfer. During operation, the crane travels horizontally along the suspended rail, lifts to the target storage level, and uses the fork mechanism to complete storage or retrieval at the rack position.

The system uses a sliding contact line for continuous power supply and supports automatic positioning for access to defined rack locations. Through WMS/WCS integration, it can support task scheduling, inventory tracking, route control, and coordinated warehouse operation.

Because this model is intended for single-load handling up to 50 kg, its structure and motion parameters are suitable for small-load automated storage rather than pallet-class heavy-duty handling.

Transmission Features

• Overhead rail traveling for aisle operation without occupying lower floor conveyor space
• Maximum horizontal speed: 2.5 m/s
• Maximum horizontal acceleration: 3 m/s²
• Maximum lifting speed: 1 m/s
• Maximum lifting acceleration: 1 m/s²
• Fork maximum speed: 1 m/s
• Fork maximum acceleration: 1 m/s²
• Automatic positioning for defined storage and retrieval tasks
• Sliding contact line power supply for continuous automated operation
• WMS/WCS integration for warehouse scheduling and inventory coordination

Application Boundary

This page refers to a bin stacker crane for automated storage and retrieval of small-load bin-type goods.

It is mainly intended for:

• bins
• totes
• small containers
• small-part storage units
• single-load handling up to 50 kg
• high-bay racking systems
• overhead rail aisle layouts

It is not intended for pallet handling or heavy-load warehouse storage. If the project requires pallet storage, pallet stacker cranes, or floor-based heavy-duty transfer equipment, a different equipment category should be selected separately.

Actual project suitability should be confirmed according to bin dimensions, rack geometry, aisle layout, storage height, and WMS/WCS

interface requirements.

Specifications

Specification Notes

• Maximum load 50 kg: suitable for automated storage and retrieval of bin-type goods and small parts
• Horizontal speed up to 2.5 m/s: suitable for higher-frequency aisle travel under automated control
• Horizontal acceleration up to 3 m/s²: supports faster running response during storage and retrieval cycles
• Lifting speed up to 1 m/s: suitable for vertical access in high-bay racking systems
• Fork speed up to 1 m/s: suitable for controlled extraction and placement of bins
• Bin size range 100–600 mm / 100–400 mm: suitable for different bin specifications within the project-supported range
• Project-based customization should be confirmed according to aisle layout, rack structure, and software interface requirements

Applications

Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
Used for automated bin storage, retrieval, and slot handling in high-bay warehouse environments.

High-Bay Bin Storage Systems
Suitable for warehouse layouts that require denser vertical storage of bins, totes, and small containers.

High-Density Warehouse Systems
Applicable to projects where aisle utilization and compact rack configuration are important.

E-commerce Fulfillment and Order Processing Centers
Used for automated handling of tote-based and multi-SKU inventory in higher-frequency warehouse operations.

Manufacturing Small-Part Storage
Suitable for components, spare parts, and production support materials that require structured automated storage.

Pharmaceutical and Temperature-Controlled Warehouse Systems
Applicable to small-load automated storage projects where defined rack access and system coordination are required, subject to project environment confirmation.

System Integration

This bin stacker crane can be integrated with:

• WMS systems
• WCS systems
• high-bay racking systems
• bin storage workstations
• inbound and outbound handling interfaces
• warehouse scheduling and inventory control logic

In most projects, the equipment is used as a core storage and retrieval unit within a complete automated warehouse system, rather than as a standalone machine.

Advantages

1. Defined High-Speed Travel Parameters
The specified 2.5 m/s horizontal speed and 3 m/s² horizontal acceleration provide a clear basis for ASRS rhythm planning and throughput matching.

2. Suitable for 50 kg Bin-Type Goods
The system is designed for bin-type storage up to 50 kg, making it suitable for small-load warehouse automation rather than pallet-class handling.

3. Overhead Structure for Better Floor Space Utilization
Because the crane runs on a suspended rail, it reduces lower aisle occupation and supports high-bay storage layouts.

4. WMS/WCS Integration Capability
The system supports task scheduling, inventory tracking, route control, and warehouse coordination through software integration.

5. Adaptable to Multiple Bin Sizes
The supported bin range allows the system to handle different bin specifications within one project framework.

How to Select

Choose by load type
This model is suitable when the handled goods are bins, totes, or similar small-load units with a maximum single load of 50 kg.

Choose by storage layout
It is suitable for projects using high-bay racking and overhead rail aisle design.

Choose by goods dimensions
Confirm that the actual bin or tote size falls within the supported range of:

• Length: 100–600 mm
• Width: 100–600 mm
• Height: 100–400 mm

Choose by automation requirement
This system is suitable when the warehouse requires automated storage and retrieval with WMS/WCS coordination.

Choose by project boundary
If the project requires pallet handling, heavy-load access, or floor-based transfer equipment, a different equipment category should be selected.

FAQ

1. What warehouse systems is this equipment suitable for?
It is suitable for ASRS, high-bay warehouse systems, and high-density bin storage applications.

2. What is the horizontal operating speed?
The maximum horizontal speed is 2.5 m/s, which is suitable for higher-frequency automated warehouse operations.

3. What is the load capacity of the equipment?
The maximum load capacity is 50 kg, suitable for bin-type and small-part storage.

4. Does it support different bin sizes?
Yes. It supports bins from 100–600 mm in length and width, and 100–400 mm in height, with project-based customization available.

5. Can it be integrated with existing warehouse systems?
Yes. It supports integration with WMS and WCS for automated warehouse management.

6. Is it suitable for pallet storage?
No. This model is intended for bin-type goods and small-load storage, not pallet-class loads.

7. What is the benefit of the overhead rail structure?
It helps reduce floor occupation and supports high-bay aisle layouts where storage density and space utilization are important.