Automated Warehouses

Automated warehouses are a smart way to maximize storage density while enabling fast, robotic access to load units.

AR Racking engineers and produces the steel frameworks for pallet and box automation, improving efficiency, space utilization, and turnaround times.

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Types of Automated Storage

Automated Pallet Warehouses

Automated pallet warehouses employ stacker cranes and other robotic mechanisms to handle heavy loads rapidly and efficiently, making...

Automated Warehouses for cartons

Automated carton warehouses use stacker cranes to handle light loads, delivering goods directly to the operator—no walking or forklift...

Automated Warehousing Structures—Design & Manufacture

At AR Racking, we design and manufacture steel structures specifically for automated warehouses. Our racking is engineered to interface flawlessly with the automation supplied by systems integrators, delivering optimal, safe, and long-lasting performance.

We collaborate closely with integrators on clad rack warehouses, automated pallet warehouses, shuttle/satellite systems, miniload, and more. For tailored guidance on automated-warehouse structures, get in touch with our expert team.

Key Advantages of Warehouse Automation

Automated warehouses deliver a dependable, high-efficiency answer tailored to each automation setup. Explore the key highlights:

Integration solutions provider

AR Racking is a specialist in automated-warehouse integration, engineering and manufacturing the steel structures that form the backbone of these facilities. We partner with systems integrators to ensure precise compatibility with rack-supported buildings, automated pallet systems, shuttle/satellite platforms, miniload, and more.

Custom design

We custom-engineer every steel structure around the precise requirements of each automated warehouse. Our bespoke designs factor in the automation type, building dimensions, load characteristics, operating conditions (including temperature-controlled environments), and the customer’s logistics needs. Our engineering team works hand-in-hand with the integrator to ensure structural, functional, and safety compatibility.

High storage density

Automation maximizes usable warehouse volume—both vertically and in depth—so you store more within the same footprint. With project-specific structures, capacity rises while the building footprint stays lean, boosting logistics performance without adding floor space.

Speed and operational efficiency

Automated systems speed up every logistics stage, sharply cutting inbound, outbound, and picking times. Paired with optimised structures, they eliminate unnecessary travel and maximise performance per square metre.

Full traceability

WMS integration provides real-time visibility of every load unit’s location, status, and movement—strengthening planning, reducing errors, and boosting reliability and transparency across the supply chain.

Adaptability

AR Racking’s steel structures for automated warehouses are engineered for harsh conditions—from cold storage to high humidity and dusty sites. We apply tailored materials and protective finishes to deliver durability, corrosion resistance, and reliable performance in challenging environments.

Safety

Minimising manual presence at load/unload interfaces reduces incident exposure and overall risk. Structural designs conform to stringent safety codes, safeguarding operators and goods throughout the system.

Certified quality

Our structures are rigorously tested and validated in our R&D Lab in partnership with Mondragon University. Every solution meets top-tier quality standards, and we back it with a 5-year warranty for proven durability, strength, and reliability.

Regulations for Automated Warehouses

The safety and quality of automated warehouses are ensured through strict compliance with international standards. At AR Racking, we design and manufacture structures that deliver strength, reliability, and protection for both people and goods. Key standards include:

ISO 45001

Occupational Health & Safety Management

ISO 9001

Quality Management System

ISO 14001

Environmental Management System

ISO 50001

Energy Management System

UNE EN ISO 3834-2

Quality and control of welding processes for metallic materials

EN 1090-1

Authorizes CE marking for rack-supported buildings assembled in the EU

ISO 14064

Measurement, control, and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions

Innovation & Technology for Automated Warehouse

Our automated-warehouse structures are built on advanced engineering and a culture of continuous innovation. In our in-house Technology Center, we design efficient, robust solutions using simulations and structural calculations tailored to automated environments.

We also partner with leading universities—including the University of the Basque Country (AR Racking Classroom) and Mondragon Unibertsitatea (AR Lab for structural analysis)—to translate academic research into higher performance, greater reliability, and superior adaptability.

Fully Automated Manufacturing for Automated Racking Structures

We design and manufacture steel structures for automated systems across industries and load profiles. Our racking integrates seamlessly with automation to maximise space, streamline logistics, and uphold safety in high-throughput environments. By uniting advanced engineering, automated manufacturing, and deep sector expertise, we deliver efficient, scalable, and long-lasting structures tailored to each system’s technical requirements and the end customer’s needs.

Our 35,000 m² production centre—equipped with cutting-edge technology and robotics—ensures precision, consistent quality, and competitive lead times. With a clear focus on automation-ready structures and rigorous quality control, AR Racking is the trusted partner for automated warehouses needing a robust, safe, and reliable foundation.