Case Study: WesTrac achieves 67% faster picking with AutoStore

WesTrac speeds picking 67% faster with AutoStore

WesTrac, one of the world's largest authorized Cat equipment and spare parts dealers, faced challenges with spare parts fulfillment efficiency at its Australian distribution center. Labor shortages and a growing inventory created space constraints and delays, risking costly downtime for its mining and construction customers. To address this, WesTrac implemented a high-density automated storage system from AutoStore.

The AutoStore solution included a grid with 16,750 bins and 34 robots. This system increased available warehouse space by 1,000 m² and improved picking speed by 67%, from 300 to over 500 lines per hour. The implementation by AutoStore now allows WesTrac to process urgent customer orders within five to ten minutes, extending delivery cutoff times and significantly improving customer experience without expanding the building's footprint.

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