Tica Case Study - HVAC Manufacturing ASRS

Project Results

Measurable improvements after ASRS implementation

+70%

Space Efficiency

+80%

Throughput

-50%

Labor Cost

-95%

Error Rate

Challenge & Solution

How we transformed Tica's warehouse operations

The Challenge

Tica, a leading HVAC manufacturer in Nanjing, faced critical warehouse challenges:

Limited space - Traditional forklift racking could not utilize vertical space efficiently
High order volume - Manual processing couldn't handle daily orders without excessive overtime
Labor costs - Required multiple workers and frequent overtime to meet demand
Human errors - Manual picking led to inventory discrepancies and order mistakes
Efficiency bottleneck - Traditional picking couldn't keep pace with production rhythm

Our Solution

MB Intelligence implemented an innovative ASRS solution featuring patented "Upper-Storage Lower-Picking" technology:

Upper-Storage Lower-Picking - Patented system maximizing vertical space while maintaining ground-level flexibility
Four-Way Shuttles - 4 shuttles for high-density upper-level storage
AGV Integration - 12 ground-level AGVs for flexible picking and transport
Seamless Coordination - Shuttles and AGVs work together for fully automated inbound/outbound operations
WMS Integration - Intelligent warehouse management for real-time tracking and optimization

Project Specifications

Client	TICA (Nanjing Tianjia Environmental Technology)
Industry	HVAC - Air Conditioning Manufacturing
Location	Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
Storage Capacity	684 Pallet Positions
Floor Area	500 m² (400 m² storage area)
Equipment	4 Four-Way Shuttles + 2 Vertical Lifters + 12 AGVs
Key Technology	Upper-Storage Lower-Picking (Patent Pending)
Automation Level	Fully Automated Inbound/Outbound
Completion Year	2023

Key Benefits

Space Efficiency

684 pallets in just 400 m² storage area, 70% more efficient than traditional racking.

Fully Automated

100% automated inbound and outbound operations with zero manual intervention.

Seamless Integration

Four-way shuttles and AGVs work together for optimal efficiency and flexibility.

Labor Reduction

50% reduction in labor costs with minimal staffing requirements.

Patented Innovation

Upper-Storage Lower-Picking system with patent pending in China.

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About TICA

TICA (Nanjing Tianjia Environmental Technology Co., Ltd.) is a leading HVAC manufacturer in China, specializing in air conditioning, refrigeration, and thermal energy solutions. Founded in 1991, TICA has grown into a global provider with over 30 years of experience in environmental and thermal energy applications. The company is known for innovation in magnetic bearing chillers, VRF systems, and integrated warehouse solutions.

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