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Imagine logistics where bulk becomes order in an instant. We’ve integrated 3D bulk picking with order sorting and consolidation into a single architecture orchestrated by Saiet Engineering, capable of turning inbound flows into shipment-ready orders without interruption—from item pick to container close. The platform combines perception, gripping, and intelligent routing to ensure continuous operations, full traceability, and shorter cycle times. It’s modular and scalable, plugs into existing systems, and delivers tangible gains in productivity, quality, and cost. In short: more speed, less complexity, accelerated ROI.

SAIET ENGINEERING: Robotic Order Consolidation for E-commerce

A success story in automating e-commerce order consolidation through advanced robotic solutions. Discover how SAIET Engineering streamlines logistics for apparel, products, boxes, accessories, totes, and mixed items—improving efficiency and accuracy.

The Challenges of Modern E-commerce

E-commerce and omnichannel logistics are under unprecedented pressure. Traditional warehouses struggle to keep up with:

  • Rapidly growing order volumes and ever-shorter fulfillment windows
  • Managing thousands of SKUs with variants, sizes, colors, and packaging constraints
  • Seasonal or campaign peaks that strain operations and staffing
Without a new approach to automation, companies risk losing competitiveness in a market where speed, accuracy, and scalability are decisive.

The SAIET Engineering Case

Our mission: revolutionize order consolidation without overhauling the existing infrastructure—boosting performance by automating the order consolidation layer itself.

Integrated Robotic Solution
Collaborative robots work alongside people, orchestrating flows and relieving repetitive handling tasks.

Intelligent Automation
Automated picking and consolidation adapt in real time to priorities, stock location, and service targets.

Seamless Integration
A plug-in system that connects to existing WMS/ERP/MES, enabling a gradual roll-out with no operational downtime.

The modular approach provides a tailored solution for current needs and allows plug-and-play expansions as volumes or assortments grow.

How the Solution Works

3D and 2D layout of the robotic system in action

01

Order Induction
Items enter via a manual induction step: the product/barcode is scanned using a handheld terminal. The sorting plan directs the robots to allocate items into high-density shelving or totes, optimizing space.

02

Automated Transfer
Once orders are registered, the robots move the items to their respective destinations until the order is complete.

03

Order Consolidation
Items are automatically grouped by order inside chutes or at dedicated stations. A light-guided system alerts the operator when the order is complete for pick and confirmation.

04

Packing & Shipping
Operators finalize packing through an assisted workflow that reduces errors and accelerates shipping.

The system is fully scalable and can be expanded with additional modules to handle peaks and new product families.

Key Elements of the Robotic System

  • System throughput: up to ~1,000 parcels/hour (scalable)
  • Sorting robots: 12 (e.g., SR-450 class), incl. charging/maintenance buffers
  • Staff required: max 3
    • At induction stations: 2
    • For retrieving cartons/totes: 1
  • Total destinations: 200+
    • High-density verticals: ~70 units
    • Multi-level tote slide racks: ~68 units
    • Roll-cage / outbound lanes: 2+ units
  • Self-charging systems: 3
  • Safety/barrier units: 1
    • Robot entry: 1 unit
    • Authorized operator entry door: 1 unit
  • Induction systems (scan & put): 2
  • Area required: ≈ 236 m² (layout-dependent)
  • Software: RCS12 (robotic control & orchestration)
    • The SAIET Engineering solution transformed our ability to consolidate and ship orders on time—even during peak campaigns.

    — Operations Director, Client

    Economic and Operational Impact

    Measurable Transformation
The robotic consolidation solution generates concrete, trackable benefits:

    • Lower operating costs through resource optimization and reduced manual handling
    • Faster fulfillment, with earlier cut-offs and improved SLAs
    • Peak resilience—system scalability without increasing headcount
    • Better ergonomics—operators focus on higher-value tasks, not long walks to locate goods
Flexibility enables rapid responses to demand shifts, new assortments, and packaging policies.

    SAIET Engineering’s Vision

    1. Operational Excellence
    2. Continuous Innovation
    3. Tailored, Modular Design
    4. Guaranteed Long-Term Support

    We believe in an e-commerce logistics future that blends robotics with human expertise.

    Our commitment:

    • Anticipate market needs with data-driven automation
    • Deliver reliable systems that grow with the business
    • Optimize efficiency and service quality
    • Reduce environmental impact by optimizing space and energy

    The Future of Robotic Consolidation

    Get ready to scale with SAIET Engineering
Robotic order consolidation is becoming a competitive requirement for:

    • Superior operational efficiency
Higher throughput, fewer errors, and lower unit cost
    • Unmatched flexibility
Rapid adaptation to peaks, promotions, and new product lines
    • Excellent customer experience
On-time, accurate deliveries that build loyalty

    The best tailor-made, configurable delta robots on the market. Thanks to a modular, parametric architecture, each unit is sized to the use case—workspace, payload, dynamics, precision, degrees of freedom, and end-effector integration—so it becomes an integral part of the customer’s technology and brand. These solutions are built for high-throughput lines with native integration of vision, HMI, and machine logic: multi-robot cells, in-flow conveyor picking, and high-cycle applications with demanding loads, while maintaining repeatability and industrial-grade reliability.