High-Speed Robotic Storage Grid

AutoStore is a fully automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) that reimagines warehouse operations through compact cube storage and intelligent robots.

Designed and built in Norway, it transforms how companies store, access, and move inventory—by eliminating aisles, reducing space requirements, and maximizing speed.

Now used in over 58 countries, AutoStore delivers proven efficiency gains across retail, logistics, healthcare, and industrial sectors.

How the System Works

Instead of traditional shelving, AutoStore stacks bins vertically within an aluminum cube grid. On top of this grid, small autonomous robots zip across the surface, digging down to retrieve bins and delivering them to workstations—called ports—for human or robotic picking.

The system uses real-time data to self-optimize: items accessed more frequently are kept near the top for faster retrieval. This dynamic arrangement allows continuous adaptation to inventory trends without human reorganization.

Key Advantages

• Massive Space Savings

  By eliminating aisles, AutoStore can store up to four times more inventory in the same footprint compared to conventional shelving systems.

• Speed & Uptime

  With dozens of robots working simultaneously, order fulfillment becomes fast and continuous. The system boasts a 99.7% uptime and can run 24/7 with minimal maintenance.

• Energy Efficiency

  AutoStore robots consume very little power—10 robots use less electricity than a household vacuum cleaner.

• Scalable by Design

  Businesses can expand the system by adding more robots, ports, or grid space without shutting down operations.

• Minimal Downtime

  The modular nature allows repairs or upgrades without halting overall system performance—crucial for high-volume operations.

Real-World Impact

AutoStore is trusted by global brands like ASDA, Puma, Siemens, and Lufthansa. Companies have reported dramatic performance gains: faster picking times, increased storage density, and smoother scaling for peak seasons. In one case, a system picked and fulfilled orders in as little as 63 seconds.

Industry Reach

From e-commerce to pharmaceuticals, AutoStore adapts to a wide range of industries. It supports cold storage environments, small urban warehouses, and even automated micro-fulfillment centers inside grocery stores.