Custom OEM ASRS Systems Manufacturer & Supplier

Pioneering High-Density Intralogistics & Robotic Storage Infrastructure Worldwide

38,000 m²

Modern Manufacturing Footprint

12+ Years

AS/RS Racking Expertise

$18M - $25M

Annual International Trade Volume

28 Engineers

Dedicated R&D Department

1. The Paradigm Shift: Dynamic Global Supply Chains & AS/RS Logistics

Global industrial facilities face an unprecedented convergence of commercial challenges: skyrocketing land acquisition and leasing costs, critical labor shortages, and demanding consumer SLAs requiring rapid order fulfillment. To remain competitive, leading logistics networks are moving away from manual storage options. The solution lies in advanced Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS).

As a premier global supplier of automated warehouse technology, Shenzhen Sunli Intelligent Logistics Equipment Co., Ltd. (established in 2015) has spent over a decade designing and implementing heavy-duty AS/RS frameworks. These setups turn standard warehouse volumes into highly dynamic, footprint-optimized assets.

Strategic Business Integration: Transitioning from standard industrial shelving to a fully integrated AS/RS system frequently recovers up to 85% of underutilized floor space. It also decreases retrieval labor costs by 70% and drives operational inventory accuracy to near 99.9%.

Whether deploying unit-load stacker cranes or intelligent shuttle networks, selecting a highly capable OEM manufacturer is essential. Racking frames for automated storage must be manufactured to much tighter tolerances than traditional selective racking. Even a 2mm deflection can disrupt high-speed automated shuttles.

2. Custom OEM/ODM Capabilities: Structural Engineering Excellence

At Sunli Rack, we understand that no two supply chains require the exact same structural footprint. Our engineering division, staffed by 28 skilled R&D engineers, designs and tests systems specifically for your facility. We release more than 120 new structural improvements and products annually to meet changing market needs.

Our OEM and ODM capabilities include:

  • Variable Load Capacities: Systems engineered from 200kg (mini-load box systems) up to 3,000kg per pallet unit-load configurations.
  • Seismic and Environmental Design: Structural calculation analysis to withstand local geological conditions, conforming to US RMI and European FEM guidelines.
  • Integrated Robotics & Automation: Clean interfaces for dynamic 2-way and 4-way radio shuttle integrations, AGV routes, and stacker cranes.
  • Specialty Anti-Corrosion Surface Protection: Custom epoxy powder-coating or hot-dip galvanized steel options, perfect for cold chain applications down to -30°C.

Our engineering team utilizes Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software to simulate stress, buckling, and seismic responses. This ensures that every upright frame and support beam is optimized for maximum structural efficiency and long-term durability.

3. Smart Manufacturing Facility: Precision in Every Weld & Roll

Operating a modern 38,000 m² factory, Sunli integrates automated robotic production lines with rigorous QC processes.

4. Quality Control & Testing Apparatus: Underpinning Dependability

Supported by 35 dedicated QC professionals, we execute systematic testing from raw material arrival to final system commissioning.

High-performance AS/RS engineering relies on absolute dimensional consistency. Slight misalignments in upright structures or tracking beams can cause automation halts, shuttle stalling, or uneven wear on robotic systems. Our quality control team manages this risks by verifying physical tolerances and load capacities at every stage of production.

Computerized Control Testing Computer Control
Impact Tester Impact Tester
Cross-cut Adhesion Tester Cross-cut Tester
Coating Thickness Tester Coating Thickness Tester
Metal Tape Measure Calibration Metal Tape Calibration
Micrometer Measurement Micrometer Calibration
Laser Ruler Measurement Laser Ruler Calibration
Level Instrument Calibration Level Calibration
Laboratory DC Power Supply Lab DC Power Supply
Heat Funnel Testing Tool Heat Gun Testing
Digital Display Bolt Drawing Instrument Bolt Drawing Instrument

By utilizing high-precision tools such as coating thickness testers and digital bolt drawing instruments, Sunli maintains complete traceability. We confirm steel grade compliance, weld penetration, and powder-coating adhesion. This ensures our racking structures perform reliably under maximum payload capacities over long service lifetimes.

5. Global Industry Integration: Compliance, 3PL, & E-commerce Operations

Modern distribution hubs operate within global networks that demand strict regulatory compliance. Sunli's engineering team designs and manufactures systems in accordance with standard safety regulations, including:

American RMI Standard

Designed and manufactured to comply with the Rack Manufacturers Institute specifications, ensuring standard safety margins across North American operations.

European FEM 10.2.02

Conforms to European standards for static steel racking design, ensuring structural stability for palletized cargo handling.

AS4084 (Australia)

Structural layouts specifically optimized to comply with Oceanic steel safety, load testing, and deflection limits.

These structural standards are critical for third-party logistics (3PL) providers and fast-turnover e-commerce fulfillment hubs. Sunli integrates high-capacity racking structures with 4-way shuttle systems and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This setup enables high-density vertical storage, increasing pallet positions by 200% to 300% compared to traditional selective racking systems.

6. Technology Roadmap: IoT, Digital Twins, and Next-Gen Warehouse Control

The future of intralogistics goes beyond static steel racking; it centers on complete operational visibility. Our engineering team works with software integrators to connect hardware systems with modern Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Warehouse Control Systems (WCS).

Our technology development focuses on three primary fields:

  1. Digital Twin Simulations: Creating 3D virtual models of the physical racking system. This allows operators to test throughput bottlenecks and stress distributions before equipment is installed on-site.
  2. Predictive Maintenance Sensors: Integrating stress, vibration, and temperature sensors into vertical structural members and shuttle guide rails to detect deviations before system wear leads to downtime.
  3. Sustainable Energy Recovery: Implementing regenerative drive systems in stacker cranes to capture braking energy and feed it back into the facility's power grid. This reduces overall energy consumption.

7. Technical FAQ: Integrating Custom OEM AS/RS Frameworks

Answers to common structural and integration questions from project engineers and supply chain directors.

What dimensional tolerances does Sunli guarantee for AS/RS structures?
We manufacture our AS/RS racking components to highly precise tolerances, maintaining vertical deviation limits within 1/1000 of the total building height, in compliance with FEM 10.2.02 standards. This structural consistency prevents system errors and ensures smooth, high-speed automated crane and shuttle operation.
Are Sunli rack systems compatible with third-party automated shuttles and WCS?
Yes. As a custom OEM/ODM manufacturer, we design our structural rails, beam spacings, and docking systems to match the specifications of all major global WCS providers and robotic shuttle systems.
How does cold storage affect material selection for the racking systems?
For cold-chain and freezer applications, we use high-grade low-temperature carbon steel (such as Q355D or specialized alloy options). This material is chosen for its impact toughness at sub-zero temperatures, preventing cold embrittlement and structural cracking.
What anti-corrosion coating options do you provide?
We offer thermosetting epoxy powder coatings applied via electrostatic spray lines, with typical thicknesses ranging from 60 to 80 microns. For harsh, corrosive, or high-humidity environments, we supply hot-dip galvanized steel components to ensure long-term resistance to rust and oxidation.