Miniload is a compact AS/RS for small-unit loads. A stacker crane runs in narrow aisles to store and retrieve totes, cartons, or trays with high density and short access times. The result is efficient use of space and fast access to slow and medium movers.
In operation, the crane lifts the required bin, travels to the workstation, and hands off to a conveyor or pick station. Systems support single or double depth to balance speed and capacity, with proven heights for typical warehouses. This keeps put-away and picking predictable and controlled.
ARCO integrates Miniload with conveyors and your WMS so inventory, orders, and transport stay in sync across shifts. The setup reduces walking and improves pick accuracy through goods-to-person flow, while allowing future expansion by adding aisles or carriers without major rebuilds.
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Key features of the Miniload
ARCO integrates Miniload systems for compact, high-speed storage and retrieval of totes, trays, and cartons. The solution optimizes space, reduces manual handling, and ensures reliable goods-to-person picking. Each installation is built for continuous operation and smooth integration with existing warehouse control systems.
How the Miniload works in practice
In practice, a Miniload runs a stacker crane in a narrow aisle to store and retrieve totes or cartons at defined rack positions. The controller assigns a location, the crane lifts the load with its handling device, then travels to the outfeed and hands it to a conveyor or a goods-to-person station. Systems achieve high density by reducing aisle space and can be configured single or double depth to balance speed and capacity. Cycle times stay short and placement remains precise across shifts. ARCO integrates the Miniload with conveyors and your WMS so put-away and picking stay synchronized. Operators work at ergonomic stations while the system delivers each bin to the right point, which cuts walking and keeps output predictable.
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