SRSI Capabilities Brochure

SLATE RIVER www.GoSRSI.com SYSTEMS, INC. CAPABILITIES Material Handling OVERVIEW Systems Integrator Phone: 1-817-953-8740 E-mail: [email protected]

EXCELLENCE IN equipment utilization. SRSI has the EXECUTION breadth and depth of experience to design, execute and support your SRSI is a material handling systems operations. integrator specializing in automation and warehouse information and Our Excellence in Execution strategy software systems. We provide relies on recognized Best-Practice comprehensive, turnkey solutions to Principles including clarity, trust, meet… and better yet, exceed your accountability, transparency and performance goals. From inventory engagement. In this dynamic industry flow analysis, slotting and storage change is inevitable and knowing systems design, to order processing who can be trusted and who can get and inventory control, to warehouse the job done is imperative. SRSI is safety and even optimized labor and that trusted partner.

SRSI CAPABILITIES CONTENT 02 04 06 08 MESSAGE FROM THE SRSI STORAGE CONVEYOR THE CEO APPROACH SYSTEMS SYSTEMS 10 12 14 16 PICKING AUTOMATED HIGH-SPEED WAREHOUSE SOLUTIONS GUIDED SORTATION SOFTWARE VEHICLES SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS 18 20 22 24 SPLIT-CASE PICKING FULL-CASE ROBOTICS AUTOMATED PICKING STORAGE & RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS 26 END OF LINE SOLUTIONS infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 1

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CEO STATEMENT Ben York, Founder, has nearly 20 years of experience in material handling and over a decade of experience focused on the design and implementation of automated warehouse systems. We love what we do at SRSI – we find joy in designing projects that provide our customers with better experiences and optimal operations. Our offices are welcoming spaces, filled with people who are dedicated to one goal: helping businesses be more efficient. We love to see new businesses come into our space and meet the great people who find success at SRSI. Our core values of Dedication, Integrity, Ambition, Accountability, & Collaboration are important to everyone at SRSI, and those values are built into our work environment. We say that it’s not just a job — we’re in the trenches with our clients, because we’re dedicated to the same goal. We care deeply about our technology, we care to provide you with the best products and solutions, and we care about our clients. We always appreciate feedback from everyone on how we can improve and provide the best service in everything material handling. We speak operations and work hard to create an environment where everyone is included. We ensure that your voice is heard and respected, and we treat our customers like our partners. We are small enough to be able to take on new projects and do so quickly, while keeping a close eye on the financial impact of these projects. The SRSI team is equipped with an average of 25+ years of experience per employee, during which time we have grown from one dedicated team to a network of experts with experience in everything from small design projects to large-scale complex deployments. Ben York CEO infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 3

SRSI THE SRSI APPROACH WHO WE ARE Our Philosophy: Inspired by the Slate River in Colorado, brothers Ben and Chris York founded SRSI with the characteristics they admired; energy, adaptability, and an unrelenting spirit. We bring these attributes to every project and partnership. Our Approach: We are committed to Excellence in Execution which focuses on clarity, trust, accountability, transparency, and engagement. We combine talented, experienced, and like-minded leaders to design AND deliver the optimal solutions for your material handling systems. WE SPEAK OPERATIONS AND ENGINEERING CENTRIC DIVERSE SUPPORT DELIVER RESULTS GROUP PARTNER NETWORK Industrial Engineering Managers & Directors of large Partners of select distribution companies global networks Mechanical Engineering Lean Six Sigma Continuous Electrical & Controls Improvement Approach Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Voice & Wearables INDUSTRIES WE SERVE PHARMA GENERAL FOOD & GROCERY ELECTRONICS WHOLESALE MERCHANDISE (Including cold storage) & TELECOMM DISTRIBUTION 4 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

THE SRSI APPROACH RAPIDS Request Action Project Information and Documentation Systems CONNECT WITH REAL PEOPLE RAPIDS is a program that delivers SRSI service We understand after a project. Customers receive a login to a challenges can come customized dashboard that reveals everyting up after a new system or you’ll need to ensure long term success. solution is implemented. SRSI’s Service Team will take care of SRSI will support you in training everyone you long after you purchase from us. on your team. We are committed to staying We also have experts who can help connected with our customers and are ready troubleshoot your current system, to help whenever necessary. We have a team of even if SRSI did not initially install it. customer support specialists who can be reached in a matter of minutes to help you with anything warehouse-related. We enjoy getting to know our customers and value the long-lasting relationships our partnerships create. When you book a project with SRSI you book a trust worthy professional relationship and support system. Your dashboard consists of all operations touchpoints, pending requests, PM schedules, and spare parts support. infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 5

SRSI STORAGE SYSTEMS In any warehouse, proper storage of product is essential for the best possible space utilization and operational efficiency. Warehouse racking system solutions provide SELECTIVE PALLET RACK logistic operators with storage density, equipment interface, and durability with each providing Single deep selective pallet unique benefits in terms of both inventory rack is low density storage ideal storage and order picking effectiveness. for facilities with high counts of items and SKUs with low So how do you choose? SRSI is seasoned, amounts of pallets on hand. industry experts with customers to assess their needs and then develop a plan to deliver the best systems solutions for their unique inventory, throughput, facility layout, workforce, and equipment. INDUSTRIAL STORAGE PALLET DRIVE-IN RACK RACK & SHELVING Drive-in or Drive-thru racking Selective Rack systems are commonly used to store large quantities of same Push-Back Rack item/SKUs and offer very high product storage density. Carton/Pallet Flow Rack Drive-in Rack Pallet drive in rack is for very large lot sizes of the same item or potentially for temporary inbound or outbound Shelving staging if dock space is an issue. It consists of a set of rails wide enough to support the outer edges of a pallet Pick Modules and to allow the mast of a lift truck to travel through. Drive in rack has a common entry and exit point. Drive thru rack has entry and exit points on opposite sides of the rack structure. 6 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

STORAGE SYSTEMS PALLET SHUTTLE STORAGE PUSH-BACK RACK Similar in design to drive-in A medium density storage and drive-thru concept, Pallet ideal for items with medium shuttle storage systems are to high pallet counts and that commonly used to store large can have a last in, first out quantities of same items/SKUs (LIFO) stock rotation. but without need of forklift operator to move inventory In push back rack pallets sit on roller carriage frames. within racking solution. When a new pallet is inducted it pushes the existing pallets back to expose another roller carriage frame A pallet shuttle rack system incorporates an electric for the new pallet to rest on. Push back rack is motor driven shuttle to move pallets within the pallet typically 2 to 6 pallet positions deep and up to 6 storage lane (up to 50 pallets deep). This system levels high. is well suited for items with high pallet volumes or in operations requiring high throughput loading and unloading. HIGH DENSITY AUTOMATED PALLET FLOW RACK PALLET STORAGE Pallet flow rack is high density Next evolution of high- storage ideal for items that density storage brings fully have high pallet counts and automated storage and require first in, first out (FIFO) retrieval systems to allow inventory rotation. for dense storage and fully automated pallet movement. Pallet flow can be up to 20 pallet positions deep and 6 levels high. Items with high pallets on hand can be SRSI RAFT solution fully addresses a need for high stored in 40% less floor area than conventional pallet density storage while allowing for minimal amount rack and with FIFO not available in bulk floor stack. of labor for pallet handling (receiving, put-away, Single high pallet flow can be incorporated into a replenishment, staging, etc.). multi tier, pick to conveyor belt module for high case pick rates and large cubic storage capacity. infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 7

SRSI CONVEYOR SYSTEMS Gravity Conveyor Sortation Zone Routing These easy-to-install systems Get the most out of these Zone routing systems are require no power and can be intelligent and intuitive systems designed to route cartons scalably designed to fit all sized with a trusted and reputable through a pick system to a warehouses. These are often partner for application. Sortation specific zone within your used for operations that require systems sort products to other facility. These systems offer packaging and pallet handling, lines and destinations using considerable time-savings and assembly, kitting and for truck pushers, wheels, or sliding are best reserved for busy off-loading sites. Gravity systems shoes to achieve higher and high-output warehouses are often positioned on an throughput rates in a system. with limited personnel. SRSI incline to naturally accelerate There are multiple types of offers skilled and seamless the movement of goods. sortation systems that can be implementation of zone implemented according to your routing systems. facility’s budget and space limitations. SORTATION EXAMPLES Sortation is the process of identifying items on a conveyor system, typically by reading a barcode, and diverting them to specific destinations using a variety of WCS controlled devices. Sortation is applied to different applications depending upon the product type and the required rate. There are two major types of sortation: case and unit sortation. The technologies available to handle each type of sortation fall into two primary types of sortation systems: linear and loop sortation systems. These solutions can be applied across the major areas of a distribution center: receiving, picking, packing and shipping. Sliding Shoe Sorter Pop Up Wheel Sorter 8 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

CONVEYOR SYSTEMS Conveyor systems have been used in the logistic industry over the last few decades and have improved the overall efficiency and productivity. Whether it’s a basic transportation conveyor system or complex sortation module, conveyor systems greatly improve operational productivity with a quick return on investment. When it comes to choosing the right conveyor system for your warehouse, it’s critical that you find a design that perfectly fits your output needs, facility size and scope of operations. SRSI has the skills, resources, and expertise to help your warehouse implement and utilize all types of conveyor systems. Designs typically include one (or combination) of the following conveyor types: Transportation & Accumulation Powered Transportation Roller Conveyor is used to transport order cartons / totes from order induction through picking, pack out and shipping. They offer no accumulation capability and only move products from point to point. They are typically utilized with accumulation conveyor to provide full system functionality. Accumulation conveyor systems offer maximum product throughput and can regulate lags in workflow by temporarily buffering products. They also save energy, reduce wear and tear on your system and pallets, and prevent damage of your products. Carton accumulation is made possible by a system of photo eyes along the conveyor that detects a stopped carton ahead and stops the drive of the rollers for the carton behind. This allows for cartons to fill up a conveyor even if the cartons at the front of the line are stopped. CHARACTERISTICS TO CONSIDER WHEN DECIDING ON THE APPROPRIATE TYPE OF SORTATIONS. Type of product and packaging Desired throughput rate Opperational function Available space in facility Cross Belt Sorter Tilt Tray Sorter infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 9

SRSI PICKING SOLUTIONS PICK-TO-LIGHT HOW IT WORKS Looking for an order fulfillment Light indicator units mounted system for your warehouse that to warehouse rack or shelving offers higher speed, increased direct operators to the item accuracy, and cuts down on location and quantity to be manpower and associated picked. The operator selects cost? Let there be light! Pick-to- or scans each item picked and Light is a popular, cost-effective confirms that the pick is finished method of order picking due to by pressing the confirm button. precision, expediency, and ease Pick-to-Light systems can be of use. Improve productivity by integrated directly with your reducing travel time between warehouse’s inventory system picks and boost order accuracy to ensure seamless continuity of and throughput using visual, movement and fulfillment. light-directed picking. ADVANTAGES OF PICK-TO-LIGHT SYSTEMS By eliminating paper picking, order picking operators no longer need a paper order in their hands to manually look and pick an order. Pick to Light can be incorporated into existing storage media types such as carton flow rack or industrial bin shelving. IMPROVED INCREASED REDUCED LABOR PRODUCTIVITY ACCURACY COSTS 10 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

PICKING SOLUTIONS VERTICAL LIFT MODULE (VLM) GOODS TO PERSON A VLM is a dense storage and goods to person Robotics goods-to-person is a truly innovative picking system. VLMs can store up to 10K SKUs in solution that helps reduce operational complexities, single modules while significantly reducing travel while lowering operational costs and improving time and providing increased picking speed. procesing speed and accuracy. Adaptable configuration for each shelf allows for ability to present operators with over 100 SKUs per One application for robotic unit picking is in an single tray and Computer Controlled Process (Laser automated order-pack-out operation. As batches are pointer) used for directed picking and put-away. picked, multi-SKU totes arrive at the automated pack out work station, an advanced vision system using VLMs store items within the front and rear of the AI can identify each item in the tote and accurately unit, and with the help of an extractor device in pick, pack and label the order for outbound shipping. the middle, they automatically pick and deliver the selected item to the access opening with the push of a button. The lift system is designed to provide flexibility when choosing its height and the number of access openings and fully optimizes space, opening up opportunity for a wide range of applications. EACH PICK RATE 90-120 LINES PER HOUR STORAGE DENSITY 100+ SKU’S PER TRAY UP TO 10,000 SKU’S PER VLM UNIT infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 11

SRSI AUTOMATED GUIDED VEHICLES Guide Your Warehouse To Optimal Efficiency With Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) AGVs have become an increasingly popular fixture in warehouses, production facilities and fulfillment centers across all sectors. They allow your facility to maximize efficiency, make the most of your personnel resources and maintain an optimal level of productivity. As AGVs have become more integrated into the everyday business and operational landscape, there have been enormous advancements in scalability, functionality and specialization. SRSI warehouse automation experts will help you determine which types work best for your facility’s size, personnel needs, scope of operations and a variety of other factors. There are multiple types of AGVs, all of which are customizable to fit the configuration, size and spatial limitations of any warehouse or production facility. Including: Conveyor AGVs: Excellent for operating within conveyor systems and moving pallets throughout a facility. Unit Load AGVs: Efficient and reliable for handling unique loads, these units are highly utilized in the paper, packaging and printing industries. Counterbalanced AGVs: Ideally used in floor storage applications, these vehicles are optimal in push back racking and drive in applications. Narrow Aisle AGVs: These vehicles are designed to operate in 118” Aisles and have the capability of lifting 390”. Very Narrow Aisle AGVs: These AGVs have a tri-lateral turret head for turning loads and are able to rotate a pallet in 3 directions. These vehicles can work in a 70” aisle and lift loads over 400”. 12 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

DID YOU KNOW? AUTOMATED GUIDED VEHICLES AGVs can be intregrated in outdoor facility DAILY & LONG TERM applications, allowing your business to really BENEFITS think outside the box. LOWER HOW DO THEY WORK? STAFF COST Automated guided vehicles are machines of varying Rather than train and retain a staff size that are guided by either wires or embedded of full-time employees to manually track in your facility. They can also be guided by light, pick and pack items, AGVs enable radio waves, cameras, or magnets. In the context of you to make a one-time investment warehouse operations and order fulfillment, AGVs are in technology implementation that essentially meant to assist or replace human personnel pays dividends for years to come. in the movement and preparation of goods for packing AGVs can easily be implemented and shipping, so employees can focus on other duties. into an operation to run repetitive tasks. With constant turnover in warehouses, this allows companies to limit temporary labor and hold onto experienced operators. There are multiple types REDUCED ERRORS AGVs all of which are AND SAFTEY ISSUES customizable to fit the configuration, size and spatial AGVs are guided with smart limitations of any warehouse technology like cameras,wiresensors, or production facility. lasers, and other mechanisms to reduce collision and other types of accidents that can threaten your staff and your inventory. They also reduce the possibility of human error due to distraction, fatigue and other factors. BETTER ACCURACY AND PRODUCTIVITY Targeted and intuitive systems allow AGVs to pick and move more items faster and with more precision. Their advanced technology allows them to move and transport items 24/7 without breaks. infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 13

SRSI HIGH SPEED SORTATION SYSTEMS ADVANTAGES OF HIGH-SPEED SORTATION SYSTEMS When you need to get more done with less time, high-speed sortation systems are an indispensable part of your facility’s fulfillment infrastructure, offering multiple benefits, such as: SIGNIFICANTLY HIGHER MINUTE-BY-MINUTE AND HOURLY SORTATION OF GOODS DECREASED RELIANCE ON HUMAN PERSONNEL TO SORT AND PROCESS CARTONS DECREASED TIME AND LABOR COSTS INCREASED OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY LOWER RATES OF RETURN ON PRODUCTS Primary applications for high-speed sorters Brick-and-mortar E-commerce order fulfillment Processing of returns Pre-pack organization and generation Collation Put-away-sort. 14 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

HIGH SPEED SORTATION SYSTEMS Inventory Management At The Speed Of You READY, SET, GO... INTEGRATE HIGH-SPEED SORTATION INTO YOUR WAREHOUSE High-Speed sortation systems are a must for any warehouse or fulfillment center with a large- volume inventory. They allow you to quickly sort through products of all sizes to source them to their correct destinations until they’re ready to be shipped. There are several different types of high speed sortation systems. The type of system your warehouse implements should depend on its size, inventory needs, personnel allocation, and a variety of other factors. The right high-speed sorter can divert over 400 items or cartons per minute, or up to 27,000 cartons per hour. The four main types of 400 ITEMS PER MINUTE high-speed sortation systems 27,000 PER HOUR Tilt-tray Cross-belt Bombay sorters Slide-shoe sorters The first three in this list generally serve the same purpose and function: sortation of individual items for shipping and to process returns to the warehouse or facility of origin. Sliding-shoe sortation systems are typically used to process and sort larger-size cartons. infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 15

SRSI WAREHOUSE SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS YOUR ORDER FULFILLMENT OPTIMIZED Synchronize and manage your workflows with one single-platform. SwiftCurrent is the NOW-Generation technology to provide seamless connection and integration of your warehouse material handling equipment and automation systems. Balance workflows and prioritize storage and order processing execution with SwiftCurrent. Easy integration with WES, WCS, or WMS. SwiftCurrent does it all. INBOUND INVENTORY SLOTTING PICKING MANAGMENT PACKING MANAGMENT ORDER- FLOW MANAGMENT Manage Orders Multiple Pick Options Put-to-Order Process Waveless Process Dynamic Batching Pack Stations Waving Options Android Ready Single & Multi-Line Priority-Based System Voice & Wearables Cartonization Manual Override Zone Management Value-Add Processes 16 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

WAREHOUSE SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS Synchronize and manage your workflows with one single-platform. SwiftCurrent operates automatically unless manual control is required. SwiftCurrent assists warehouse management even further by allowing them to quickly address issues, immediately locate inventory, and enable or disable work diverts to adjust the flow of work. Operators are made aware of any issues within real-time to allow them to effectively manage inventory or order-processing concerns with minimal disruption. SwiftCurrent is a powerful warehouse tool yet it was designed with an intuitive user interface to be flexible and ready to adapt easily to new or changing supply chain demands and processes. SwiftCurrent technology is so intuitive that it provides a modular solution that enables you to establish the level of functionality you need. Then, using business process logic, it establishes order execution and workflow that is also reactive to issues (think bottlenecks) in upstream or downstream processing and can trigger operational changes to ensure maximized use of your facility’s resources. OUTBOUND LABOR MHE SHIPPING MANAGMENT LABOR MANAGEMENT MHE AUTOMATION Rate Shop Carriers Real-Time Labor Integration with MHE Print Shippoing Labels Labor Balancing Goods to Person Ship Globally Labor Standards Storage & Retrieval Route & Dock Staging Coaching Conveyor Routing Load Truck Functions Incentive Programs Sorters & Robotics infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 17

SRSI SPLIT-CASE PICKING With more and more customers wanting their products “right now”, and the shift to e-commerce, direct-to-customer order companies must find effective ways to shift to this model quickly and effectively. The shift to smaller, more individualized and more ADVANTAGES OF SPLIT-CASE PICKING frequent order fulfillment makes controlling order picking costs one of the most significant challenges IMPROVED IMPROVED DECREASED for warehouse management. The good news is PRODUCTIVITY that order picking methods and technologies are ACCURACY OPERATIONAL COSTS advancing with the industry shift and SRSI has made it our goal to know how and when best to Our Focus is Your Focus implement these tools. Improved Productivity 01 Data Analysis Order Picking Accuracy Cost-Efficiency We begin with a thorough understanding of your Optimized Throughput inventory, its cyclical/seasonal nature, peak rates, Customer Satisfaction and future projections. We also evaluate your current picking and quality control methods. 02 Exploring Options From there we provide design options to address your specific needs and goals. We explore automation, gravity systems, mobile systems, batching and slotting, and processing software. Often a combination of technology, automation and dynamic or static rack & conveyors make up the best solutions. 03 Trustworthy Implementation Pulling together all of those pieces and parts can be daunting, expensive and time-consuming, but not with SRSI. We are a nimble operation with decades of experience and long-standing industry contacts. Our experts have implemented picking solutions for pharma, convenience stores, food distribution, general merchandise, and automotive… to name just a few, and we stand ready to tackle your project. 18 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

SPLIT-CASE PICKING CUSTOMER TESTIMONIAL: A customer that ships weight loss foods direct-to-consumer went through the following DC transformation. Transformation 01 Transformation 02 Transformation 03 Paper picking and scanning Pick to Light system and Enhanced pick module weigh-in-motion scale This entire transformation has taken the original process from just over 100 lines per hour up to over 300 lines per hour with the original change, and now up to 500 lines per hour! This greatly decrease the operational costs and increased employee morale. Headcount has been reduced, but the time to train a new employee has vastly improved. Order accuracy has improved this also decreased re-work boxes at the Weigh-In-Motion scale. Our goal is to give you the best solution in your price point. Down the road we can always look at upgrading your site as scope or demand changes in your DC. Our goal is to always have a customer for life and to build a partnership for the long term. Your success is our success. SAMPLE PICKING SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGIES Good-to-Person Voice Picking RF (Barcode) Pick-to-Light A-Frame Mobile Cart Robotic Picking Paper Ticket Put Wall infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 19

SRSI FULL-CASE PICKING Even with the shift to Whether you are shipping to a brick and mortar E-commerce and direct to customer or to your own stores via a Distribution consumer orders we will always Center, full-case picking is always an option. Case have the need for effective picking is one operation where not only getting solutions for full-case picking. it right the first time, but regular monitoring of inventory cycle times is critical. Fast movers Partnering with the SRSI team delivers big are often best picked right from the pallet and operational savings. We have decades of depending on how fast a mover… floor positioning experience finding the right mix of systems and or pallet flow with a reserve pallet or two could operations to optimize inventory throughput while be the best option. Medium movers often are maximizing your warehousing footprint and labor best positioned in carton flow where the pallet force. is unloaded into a flow system that allows deep, orderly and space maximizing carton storage. Slower movers are often best stored in static shelving… but as with all things material handling, it depends on your specific inventory, space availability, workforce and budget. It’s not as easy as just storing product anywhere in the warehouse. Gold-zone slotting, ABC slotting, etc. can greatly reduce your need for forklift drivers and order pickers as well as the equipment they use. Transportation or travel is the biggest waste in these facilities. Slotting your items in the most effective position for pick and storage is vital to keeping operating costs down. The SRSI team can analyze your data and set you up for success. JASCI will continually gather data and as demand shifts the system will shift your parameters. Utilizing our JASCI system along with some type of voice picking/RF driven wearable units will increase your productivity, increase accuracy and decrease workers comp claims. This allows your team to utilize both hands 100% at all times instead of handling paper or pick tickets of any kind. It also increases employee morale when you give them these kinds of upgrades to work with! 20 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

FULL-CASE PICKING CONSIDER LAYER PICKING Your carton picking may actually be better served by a semi-automated layer-picking operation where full layer(s) are picked at once for palletizing mixed SKUs for order fulfillment. SRSI can design the picking operation, specify the picking equipment plus racking and conveyor materials needed. SRSI will also provide warehouse traffic pattern layout and oversee installation and training. If automation, semi-automation or just plain organization and optimization are in your plans… then SRSI is your go-to source. With the increase in demand for robotics in layer picking operations, we have numerous customers seeking this type of solution. CASE PICKING SYSTEMS Pallet Flow Carton Flow Static Pallet Flow Layer Picking Powered Conveyor Gravity Conveyor infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 21

SRSI ROBOTICS ROBOTICS IN MATERIAL HANDLING INDUSTRY There has been a continuous push to add robots and automated processing to warehousing and material handling industry, in order to improve productivity, reduce the amount of labor and costs. In 2011, approximately $5 billion was spent on robotics and automation systems used for warehouse automation. The continuous integration process is expected to reduce costs by $1-$2 billion a year for three years and increase productivity by 3-6%. That’s why more companies are investing in automation and robotics technology; there has been a significant rise in the number of start-ups in this industry. For example, in 2009, there were 353 autonomous robot manufacturers operating globally but by 2016 that number had increased to 1,448. AVERAGE SAVING OF: SRSI and its partners network continue to invest in innovative solutions to add AMR, AGV and robotic 50% picking into regular operation. Robotic systems use a number of sensors (optical or infrared) to Compared to detect objects in the working environment and manual handling. are able to complete their tasks without human intervention. The biggest advantage is that they don’t waste time and energy on unnecessary processes. They perform tasks with increasing speed and do not make mistakes. Also, many manufacturers claim that there is an increase in productivity with AMR systems; as a result, people have less time on their hands and can focus more on other aspects of running the business. 22 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

ROBOTICS EACH This technology is expected to be very PICK RATE widespread across industry sectors in the near future. tems are less costly to set up compared 120-240 to fixed automated systems. Also, robotic systems are integrated for a single task when LINES PER HOUR they function at a particular site for extended periods of time, which limits inefficiency and BENEFITS cost increase associated with high labor costs. Moreover, robotically controlled automation PICK ACCURASY could offer an average savings of 50% compared HIGH PRODUCTIVITY to manual handling in the longer term. BATCH PICKING FAST SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 23

SRSI AUTOMATED STORAGE & RETRIEVAL SYSTEM The use of automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) in warehouses is becoming more widespread as a result of the advanced capabilities they offer. These systems are especially beneficial to distribution centers that deal with large volumes of product, but have a limited footprint or are perhaps running out of space. They can store high quantities of pallets (depending on the building size). An AS/RS system enables a company to store goods more efficiently. Goods are stored on racks or in individual bins that are arranged according to their item numbers, barcodes, or RFID tags so they can be tracked easily with SwiftCurrent (SRSI’s cloud based WCS/WMS/WES software). TYPES OF AS/RS SYSTEMS 02 HORIZONTAL CAROUSEL 01 FIXED AISLE Horizontal carousels, which are also known as rotating carousels, feature rails that run along an This type of system usually operates in narrow assembly line or aisles where the goods are stored. aisles (about 12 feet wide) or on column racks. This AS/RS system can be installed on these rails, These systems can be designed to rotate or slide allowing goods to be stacked directly on top of goods onto and off the storage racks. Fixed aisle one another instead of having them stacked in AS/RS systems often include an active layer that individual bins. Horizontal carousels can range performs automated pallet handling, such as pick- from 20 – 50 feet in length and up to three stories to-pallet, pushback, and replenishment pallet to tall, and can hold up to five stacks of goods. racking system (RPPS). 03 VERTICAL CAROUSEL 04 VERTICAL LIFT MODULE (VLM) Vertical carousels are similar to horizontal Vertical lift modules work similarly to vertical carousels. The major difference is that vertical carousels but can be more cost effective while carousels have different storage levels and work still offering high performance levels. Suited to via an elevator. Vertical carousel systems can be handle a wide range of goods. It is often used to up to three stories tall and contain several racks store small expensive items because it can store of goods. They typically handle heavier or bigger thousands of items on eight to twelve shelves. items than the more common horizontal carousel The system is also useful for small volumes of systems, which are better suited for storing merchandise where space is tight. smaller or lighter items. 24 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

AUTOMATED STORAGE & RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS A typical distribution center contains many AS/RS systems can handle different types of goods that must be stored a wide variety of goods: on racks. AS/RS systems are frequently utilized in cold and frozen storage Fresh Produce Fabrics warehouses. Systems can be built up to 150' Meats Metals tall dramatically reducing the building size Pharmaceuticals Minerals requirements. Chemicals In addition, an AS/RS system can improve order fulfillment by reducing the need for manual handling of goods, especially under peak demand periods. AS/RS systems can also help a company cut costs by reducing labor and traditional material handling equipment requirements such as fork lifts. SRSI’S PROPRIETARY AS/RS SYSTEM Fully automated, high-density pallet storage to meet today’s demanding warehousing and distribution needs. RAFT AS/RS is scalable for any high-throughput operation and flexible, allowing you to automatically react to inventory and order processing changes. What sets RAFT apart is its bi-directional capabilities. It travels vertically and down/across asiles. SRSI helps you choose the pallet intake and distribution configuration that works for you. RAFT AS/RS shuttles pallets via put wall or conveyor intake and swiftly navigates inventory storage and order fulfillment through the integration of cutting-edge automation and SRSI’s proprietary SwiftCurrent WES. RAFT AS/RS is a “lift and run” system. Pallets are lifted to the designated storage level, transferred both cross- lane and down-lane to the next available pallet position. Maximum storage density and automated pallet accessibility are as easy as that! infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 25

SRSI END-OF-LINE SOLUTIONS SRSI provides a wide range of case-by-case solutions SWIFT that help outbound operations. From labeling to wrapping product, the “last 100 feet” of your operations will be taken care of with SRSI End-of-Line systems and solutions. PACK & SHIP FOR ECOMMERCE SwiftCurrent shipping technology has everything you need to start shipping globally. Integrated packing station technology for both single and multi-item workflow is designed to lower your shipping cost while speeding up the pack/ship process. PARCEL SHIPPING Built in rate shopping while reducing cost & time Cartonization rules for shipping containers Determin ship methods by service level Use your negotiation rates Desktop and mobile (Android & i OS) options Prints carrier compliant lables and pack slips Integrate MHE equipment such as auto-baggers, conveyors & print/apply. 26 SLATERIVER 1-817-953-8740

END OF LINE SOLUTIONS END-OF-LINE SOLUTIONS » Pack Slips » Print-and-Apply Labeling » Regulatory Compliance labeling, including Hazardous Material compliance » Systems to Support Shipping Requirements » Pallet wrapping » Pallet Weight Measuring » Pallet Height Restrictions Analysis Customer requirements vary for numerous reasons, and SRSI recognizes unique needs for each customer. That is why we can build these end of line solutions custom to your operations. RATE SHOP SINGLE & MULTI ITEM ORDERS Works wiht the world’s’ top carriers such as: UPS, USPS, FEDEX, Endicia, DHL, AMAZON, Canadian Post & Globegistics. Ship US doemestic or worldwide and use your negotiated rates. Sends email ship notificications confirmations. We’er always adding more carriers. PRINT SHIPPING LABELS AND PACK SLIPS Connect over the cloud to industry standard barcode printers to print carrier compliant labels. Also print customized packing slips on the same printer. PACK SINGLE & MULTI ITEM ORDERS WITH CARTONIZATION Easily setup packstations in one or multiple locations. Pack stations can be setup for single and multi-line item orders. Cartonization rules recommmend the proper size packaging. Uses desktop or mobile (Android & iOS) for packing and shipping. infoS@RSGI o|SCRaSpaI.cboilimties 27

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