With the rapid development of intelligent manufacturing and digital technologies, automated warehousing systems are becoming essential for upgrading traditional industries. In the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sector, where material complexity, traceability, and storage conditions are critical, intelligent logistics solutions are transforming conventional operations.
China JSSL Company, as a professional provider of automated logistics solutions, delivers a comprehensive smart warehousing system tailored for a TCM supplier, covering inbound, storage, picking, and outbound processes.
Industry Challenges
The TCM industry still heavily relies on manual operations across storage and picking processes. As business expands, traditional shelf-based storage and "man-to-goods" picking models face multiple issues:
Limited storage capacity
Low operational efficiency
High labor dependency
Frequent picking errors
Poor inventory traceability
These challenges directly impact product quality, operational cost, and overall competitiveness.
(Chinese medicinal herb supplier's Chinese medicinal herb shipping area)
Customized Smart Warehouse Solution
To address these issues, China JSSL Company designed a hybrid automated warehouse system:
1. High-Density Storage Design
Combination of AS/RS (stacker crane system) and four-way shuttle system
Supports both pallet-level bulk storage and bin-level SKU management
Storage capacity significantly increased with vertical space utilization
(Automated Warehouse System)
(Goods-to-Person Picking)
2. Flexible Material Handling
Dual carriers: cages and bins for different packaging types
Suitable for over 3,000 SKUs with varying sizes and weights
(Schematic diagram of material frame carrier)
(Schematic diagram of turnover box carrier)
3. Goods-to-Person Picking System
Double-layer picking conveyor system
Integrated barcode scanning, weight detection, and light-guided picking
Greatly improves accuracy and efficiency
4. Intelligent Warehouse Management System
Full integration with ERP / MES / WMS
Real-time inventory tracking and batch traceability
Optimized task scheduling via WCS
Operational Workflow Optimization
The system enables full automation:
Automated inbound inspection and storage
Intelligent slotting and dynamic allocation
FIFO-based outbound management
Real-time system monitoring and error prevention
Project Results
After implementation:
Storage capacity increased to 800 tons
Daily throughput stabilized at 20 tons/day
Picking accuracy significantly improved
Labor cost and operational errors greatly reduced
(Automated Warehouse System)
Conclusion
The project demonstrates that intelligent warehousing is a key driver for modernizing the TCM industry. By integrating automation, digitalization, and intelligent control, China JSSL Company helps enterprises achieve higher efficiency, better quality control, and sustainable growth.
Contact Information
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WhatsApp +8613928204445
Info@msgroupchina.com