SSI RackBot 1

Overview and Use Cases

The SSI RackBot 1 is a goods-to-person warehouse automation solution designed for intralogistics operations. The system employs ClimbBots—mobile robots capable of climbing and driving within vertical rack structures—to retrieve and transport goods directly to picking stations. This architecture eliminates the need for human workers to travel through warehouse aisles, reducing picking time and operational inefficiency. The system is designed for continuous operation across 24-hour cycles without human task intervention.

Key Capabilities

• Vertical Storage Access: ClimbBots operate within rack systems up to 12 meters in height
• Simultaneous Bin Transport: Capable of transporting up to 9 bins per trip
• Continuous Operation: Designed for autonomous 24/7 operation
• Goods-to-Person Model: Retrieves and delivers goods to workers rather than requiring workers to navigate aisles
• Processing Speed: Vendor claims indicate up to 3x improvement in order processing speed

Specifications

• Maximum Rack Height: Up to 12 meters
• Bin Transport Capacity: Up to 9 bins simultaneously
• Scalability Range: Configurations from several thousand to over 100,000 bin locations
• Typical Implementation Timeline: 6–8 months from project initiation to operational go-live

Applications

The SSI RackBot 1 is deployed in warehouse and distribution center environments where high-density storage and rapid order fulfillment are required. The system integrates with SSI Schaefer's WAMAS warehouse management system, enabling coordinated inventory control and automated task assignment. It is suitable for facilities processing small-parcel and case-based orders across varying operational scales.

Manufacturer

SSI Schaefer is a family-owned global provider of intralogistics solutions, offering both hardware systems and software platforms for warehouse automation and material handling operations.