UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD · Awarded contract
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Supply and Installation of Vertical Lift Module Storage System for AMRC Cymru

Awarded 31 Mar 2020

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Awarded31 Mar 2020
Value£94,000.00
SupplierRARUK AUTOMATION LTD
AgencyUNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryManufacturing & Industrial
Ended 6y 6mo ago29d term
Awarded 31 Mar 2020Expired 29 Apr 2020

About

The University of Sheffield awarded a contract to RARUK Automation Ltd for the supply and installation of an automated vertical lift module (VLM) storage and retrieval system on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre CYMRU in Bretton.

The system stores boxes and trays vertically to maximise floor space, retrieves items automatically based on user input, and presents them at an unloading bay.

It communicates via a WCS, WMS, or equivalent interface and integrates with mobile and static robotic systems and conveyor systems.

The contract, valued at AUD 94,000, included technical assistance, training, commissioning, and warranty.

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