With the rapid digital transformation of global logistics and manufacturing, automated warehouses have become essential facilities for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enabling intelligent operations. Based on system structure and automation level, automated warehouses can be divided into several main categories.

1. Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS)

The AS/RS is one of the most common types of automated warehouses. It consists of racks, stacker cranes, conveyors, and a Warehouse Management System (WMS). The system automatically stores and retrieves goods, significantly improving storage density and operational efficiency.
It is widely used in industries such as manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and electronics.

2. Shuttle System

The shuttle system uses shuttle carts operating in multi-layer aisles to handle goods movement and storage. Compared with traditional AS/RS, it offers greater flexibility and higher throughput, with scalable tiers and shuttles based on demand.
This system is widely adopted in e-commerce, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and third-party logistics (3PL) sectors.

3. Automated Picking System

自动化拣选系统包括“货到人”（Goods-to-Person）拣选机器人、分拣机及自动输送带等。该系统通过减少人工行走与搬运，实现高效、准确的订单拣选。
它是实现智能仓储和无人化操作的关键环节。

Automated picking systems include Goods-to-Person robots, sorting machines, and automated conveyors. By minimizing human walking and handling, they enable efficient and accurate order fulfillment.
They play a key role in realizing smart and unmanned warehousing.

4. Mobile Robot Warehouse System (AMR / AGV System)

In recent years, AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) and AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) have developed rapidly in warehouse automation. They autonomously plan routes based on assigned tasks, offering flexible transportation and replenishment.
These systems feature high flexibility, short deployment time, and low maintenance costs, making them ideal for SMEs and retrofitted warehouses.

5. Automated Cold Storage

For the cold chain industry’s specific temperature requirements, automated cold storage uses high-density racking, unmanned forklifts, and intelligent control systems to enable unmanned operations in low-temperature environments.
This solution improves efficiency while reducing energy consumption and labor risks.

Conclusion

With the continued integration of AI, IoT, and 5G technologies, future automated warehouses will evolve toward higher levels of intelligence, flexibility, and sustainability.
For both manufacturers and logistics providers, automation will remain a key driver of competitiveness.