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Safety sensors boost automated warehouse efficiency

The rapid advancement of warehouse automation is reshaping logistics, enabling a seamless connection between storage and production. In this fast-paced environment, achieving both speed and coordination is crucial, but safety cannot be overlooked.

07/01/2026 16:41:13

The simultaneous operation of automated vehicles, conveyors and stacker cranes elevates the risk at entry and exit points. This underscores the need for robust safety measures that don’t disrupt the smooth flow of materials.

This challenge was tackled in a significant project undertaken by an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specialising in intelligent industrial systems. Central to the initiative was a three-dimensional automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) for a prominent premium household appliance maker. This was designed for integrated handling, storage and picking alongside the production line. To ensure safe operations across this complex setting, the OEM partnered with ReeR Safety.

Read the full article in DPA's January 2026 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.