Dematic Multishuttle
Dematic's high-density automated storage and retrieval system with AI-optimized shuttle robotics for goods-to-person fulfillment.
What it does
Dematic Multishuttle is a high-density automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) that uses robotic shuttle vehicles operating within a grid of storage lanes to automatically store and retrieve totes, trays, and cartons for goods-to-person fulfillment operations. The system's AI-powered warehouse management software optimizes shuttle deployment, sequencing order picks to batch multiple items efficiently, predicting replenishment needs, and dynamically routing shuttles to minimize travel time and maximize throughput. Dematic Multishuttle is deployed in e-commerce fulfillment, grocery distribution, and omnichannel retail distribution centers where speed of order assembly and high storage density are critical requirements.
Why AI-ENHANCED
Dematic Multishuttle is an established high-density AS/RS system that has integrated AI shuttle optimization, intelligent order sequencing, and predictive replenishment into a mature automated storage and retrieval infrastructure product.
Best for
Large e-commerce fulfillment centers, grocery DCs, and omnichannel retailers use Dematic Multishuttle for high-speed, high-density automated fulfillment - AI-optimized shuttle orchestration enabling goods-to-person picking at throughput levels that human-operated storage cannot match.
Limitations
Dematic Multishuttle installations represent multi-million to tens-of-millions in capital — only high-volume operations with significant order throughput requirements can justify the investment.
Multishuttle systems are permanent infrastructure — expanding capacity or reconfiguring the system requires significant construction and commissioning work compared to flexible AMR alternatives.
Automated storage systems have many moving parts — mechanical failures in shuttle vehicles or conveyor connections can create throughput bottlenecks that require skilled maintenance and spare parts inventory.
Alternatives by segment
| If you need… | Consider instead |
|---|---|
| Alternative AS/RS goods-to-person system | AutoStore |
| Flexible AMR fulfillment | 6 River Systems |
| Full warehouse automation integration | Dematic |
Dematic Multishuttle systems priced per installation based on storage capacity, throughput, and configuration. Large installations run $5M to $50M+. Annual software maintenance contracts separate.
