Performance & Safety in Automated Storage
As warehouse automation accelerates, so does the need for efficient and secure storage systems. In today’s automated warehouses, systems like automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), shuttle systems, and mobile ASRS solutions help optimize space and speed. But where automated machines, conveyors, and people intersect, risk increases. Whether it’s during conveyor induction, trailer unloading, or transfers between robotic and manual zones, safety must be built into the process from the start.
Storage and buffering applications often involve AS/RS systems with high-speed vertical and horizontal movement. High-density and mini-load AS/RS, conveyor handoff points and human access for re-stocking or maintenance.
- Each element introduces risks:
- Shearing and crushing from moving components
- Falling loads during retrieval or transfer
- Unauthorized or unsafe access into rack zones
- Difficult escape paths in case of emergency
Once items are picked, the journey isn’t over. Preparing goods for transport or storage often means palletizing, a fast-moving, high-force process with its own set of risks.
Axelent's modular safety solutions
Whether your setup includes shuttle systems, unit-load ASRS or mobile rack robots, Axelent’s modular safety solutions scale with your needs. We help you design physical separation between people and machinery while maintaining smooth flow and easy access for authorized staff.
Typical safety installations include:
- Guard fencing around the storage system
- Perimeter protection for conveyors and buffer zones
- Impact protection for safeguard equipment, racking, and guarding from collisions
- Small access doors with interlocks for safe entry
Don’t let safety slow you down
Even a perfectly automated storage zone must be entered for maintenance, troubleshooting, or restocking. Our modular systems create clear separation between people and machines while allowing smooth and safe access for authorized staff.
Read more about how reduce risks in fixed automation systems in the Axelent Safety Book.
Plan for compliance from the start
Staying compliant isn't a one-time effort. Automated storage demands a lifecycle approach to safety. Start early to avoid costly redesigns and certification delays.
Key standards and solutions include:
- EN 528 for storage/retrieval machines
- EN 619 for conveyor safety near AS/RS
- ISO 13857 for safe distances and openings
Get in touch with us
Any questions about warehouse automation safety? Do you want to discuss your project or get tailored advice? Our safety specialists are here to guide you every step of the way. Axelent helps you create safety that works in sync with your robotics. Send us your layout and we’ll help you design a solution that protects your people without slowing down the process.
