Smart Intralogistics at Hamilton

The system includes a small parts warehouse with 27,000 storage locations, 65 transport robots, and a seven-kilometre rail network. It temporarily stores raw materials, semi-finished goods, and sales items. Each production department can store or retrieve materials directly within its area.

Automated Material Flow Throughout the Building

The warehouse connects to all production areas via the rail network. Transport routes run through the entire building and, thanks to elevators, across multiple floors. The robots pick up materials from the warehouse and deliver them straight to production. Return trips work the same way: employees can request a transport robot directly from their department. The robot then takes the material to the warehouse and stores it automatically.

Saving Time and Distance

The intelligent intralogistics system shortens walking distances and eliminates the need to search for materials. It always knows where every item is stored — streamlining processes and increasing productivity.

Facts & Figures 

Transport Robots

• 65 transport robots
• 7 km rail network
• Payload: 35 kg
• Transports goods up to 60 × 40 cm
• Speed: 2 m/s

Automated Small Parts Warehouse

• 27,300 storage locations
• Dimensions: 36 m long, 16 m wide, 15 m high
• 7 aisles, 25 levels