Example Configurations

These examples show typical Shelfbot configurations for different operation sizes, from small (500 SKUs) to high-volume (10,000+ SKUs). Examples include both single row and double row configurations. Each example includes interactive links to the config tool where you can adjust parameters and see pricing.

Small Operation (500 SKUs)

Profile:

  • 500 active SKUs
  • ~100 orders/day (~250 line items)
  • Single-shift operation

Small configuration:

  • Bins: ~975 bins (room for ~2 bins per SKU on average)
  • Aisles/Robots: 2 robots in 2 aisles
  • Racking: 2 aisles, 5 bays (13.5m), 13 levels (5.9m high)
  • Footprint: 13.5m × 4.4m × 5.9m (L × W × H)
  • Throughput capacity: 120 presentations/hour (2 robots × 60 presentations/hour per robot)
  • Operators: 1 operator (works across 2 pick stations)
  • Sufficient for: 100 orders/day (~30-40 presentations/hour with buffer)

View interactive configuration →

Medium Operation (2,500 SKUs)

Profile:

  • 2,500 active SKUs
  • ~400 orders/day (~1,000 line items)
  • Single-shift operation

Medium configuration:

  • Bins: ~2,600 bins (assumes ~1 bin per SKU on average)
  • Aisles/Robots: 3 robots in 3 aisles
  • Racking: 3 aisles, 10 bays (26.9m), 13 levels (5.9m high)
  • Footprint: 26.9m × 6.2m × 5.9m (L × W × H)
  • Throughput capacity: 180 presentations/hour (3 robots × 60 presentations/hour per robot)
  • Operators: 1 operator (works across 3 pick stations)
  • Sufficient for: 400 orders/day (~125-150 presentations/hour with buffer)

View interactive configuration →

Growth-Ready (5,000+ SKUs)

Profile:

  • 5,000+ active SKUs
  • ~800 orders/day (~2,000 line items)
  • Single-shift operation with seasonal peaks

Double row configuration:

  • Double rows: 10 rows (2 rows per robot — each robot serves both sides of its aisle)
  • Bins: ~8,450 bins (high-density storage)
  • Aisles/Robots: 5 robots in 5 aisles
  • Racking: 5 aisles with 10 rows, 13 bays (35m), 13 levels (5.9m high)
  • Footprint: 35m × 13.5m × 5.9m (L × W × H)
  • Throughput capacity: 300 presentations/hour (5 robots × 60 presentations/hour per robot)
  • Operators: 1 operator (works across 5 pick stations)
  • Advantage: Higher storage density — each robot serves two dedicated rows instead of sharing a row

View interactive configuration →

High-Volume (10,000+ SKUs)

Profile:

  • 10,000+ active SKUs
  • ~1,600 orders/day (~4,000 line items)
  • Multi-shift operation

High-volume configuration:

  • Bins: ~10,000+ bins
  • Aisles/Robots: 10 robots in 10 aisles (2 operators, 5 robots each)
  • Racking: 10 aisles, 13 bays (35m), 13 levels (5.9m high)
  • Footprint: 35m × 18.6m × 5.9m (L × W × H)
  • Throughput capacity: 600 presentations/hour (10 robots × 60 presentations/hour per robot)
  • Operators: 2 operators (each works across 5 pick stations)
  • Supports: Peak throughput up to 1,600 orders/day

View interactive configuration →

Understanding the Numbers

How bins are calculated

  • Formula: Rows × Levels × Bays × 5 bins per bay
    • Single row mode: (N+1) rows where N = number of bots
    • Double row mode: 2N rows where N = number of bots (higher density)
  • Bins per SKU: Most operations average ~1 bin per SKU, but this varies:
    • Fast-movers or high-stock items may need 2-3 bins
    • Slow-movers or small items may share a bin
  • Safety stock: Add 10-20% extra bins for growth and flexibility

How throughput scales

  • Per robot: 60 presentations/hour
  • Per operator: Up to 300 presentations/hour (with 5 robots)
  • Multiple operators: Each operator works with their own cluster of 5 aisles

Footprint breakdown

  • Length (L): Number of bays × 2.69m per bay
  • Width (W): Depends on row mode
    • Single row mode: (N+1) rows where N = number of bots
      • Formula: (N × 1.78m) + 0.84m
      • 2 bots = 4.4m, 3 bots = 6.2m, 5 bots = 9.7m, 10 bots = 18.6m
    • Double row mode: 2N rows where N = number of bots (each robot serves 2 dedicated rows)
      • Formula: 2.62m + (N-1) × 2.72m
      • 5 bots = 13.5m, 10 bots = 27.1m
  • Height (H): Number of levels × 0.385m + base height
    • 13 levels = 5.9m (fits under 6m ceiling)
    • 16 levels = 7.3m (requires higher ceiling)

How to Use the Interactive Config Tool

Open the config tool →

When you click “View interactive configuration,” you’ll see:

  1. TOP VIEW - Shows aisles (rows) and bays (length)
  2. SIDE VIEW - Shows levels (height) and bays (length)
  3. Sliders - Adjust bots, bays, and levels to see how dimensions and pricing change
  4. SINGLE/DOUBLE ROW - Toggle between layout modes

Try it yourself:

  • Start with one of the example configurations above (or open the config tool directly)
  • Adjust the sliders to match your specific needs
  • Note the monthly cost and installation cost

Need Help Sizing Your System?

The fastest path is a data dive: send us your SKU master data + order history, and we’ll provide a detailed sizing report within 5-10 business days.

What to send:

  • SKU master (SKU, description, dimensions, weight, stock on hand)
  • Order history (12 months preferred; minimum 30 days)

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