ABB VLM Case Study: 500+ Storage Bin Locations Eliminated
ABB needed to free up valuable floor space, improve access to stored materials, and support a more efficient production environment.
White Systems helped ABB implement Vertical Lift Modules that eliminated more than 500 storage bin locations and allowed ABB to use that space to better support production.
“We have been able to eliminate over 500 storage bin locations. We’ve been able to use that space to maximize and optimize the production of our floor.”
— Warehouse Supervisor, ABB
ABB Results
500+ bin locations eliminated
ABB reduced the number of floor-level storage locations needed for parts and materials.
Floor space reclaimed for production
The team used the recovered space to better support production needs.
Faster access to parts
Operators could retrieve stored materials from the VLM instead of searching through rows of bins.
More organized inventory storage
Materials were stored in a cleaner, more controlled system instead of scattered bin locations.
The Challenge
ABB needed a better way to store and access materials without taking up more floor space.
Traditional bin storage was using valuable production area and making it harder to keep parts organized, accessible, and easy to manage. As inventory needs grew, ABB needed a storage solution that could improve density, reduce wasted floor space, and support a cleaner workflow near production.
The Solution
White Systems helped ABB improve material storage with Vertical Lift Modules.
Instead of spreading inventory across rows of bins, VLMs use vertical space to store materials in a compact footprint. Trays are automatically delivered to the operator, helping reduce walking, searching, and manual handling.
White’s VLM software also supports more controlled storage and retrieval by helping direct tray access and inventory activity.
Why It Worked
For ABB, the biggest benefit was not just storing more in less space. It was what the team could do with the space they got back.
By eliminating more than 500 storage bin locations, ABB was able to use that floor space more effectively for production.
The VLM system also gave operators a more organized way to access stored items, helping improve material flow and reduce time spent searching through traditional storage areas.
Why ABB Chose White Systems
ABB needed more than storage equipment. They needed a solution that could support their inventory, workflow, and production environment.
White Systems provided:
- Vertical Lift Modules designed for dense, organized storage
- Software-supported storage and retrieval workflows
- A more efficient way to access parts and materials
- Support from an experienced automated storage team
Have a Similar Storage Problem?
ABB worked with White Systems to implement a VLM solution that eliminated more than 500 storage bin locations and helped reclaim valuable floor space for production.
If your facility is running out of room, dealing with scattered parts, or trying to improve material flow, we can help you evaluate whether a similar storage solution makes sense.
Tell us a little about your storage challenge, and our team will follow up.