Tokyo, Japan — June 2024— JUKI Corporation (Head Office: Tama City, Tokyo), a global leader in advanced technology for electronic board assembly, is proud to announce the launch of the ISM3600 F.A., an advanced automated storage system designed to work seamlessly with Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR). This cutting-edge solution enhances warehouse automation by streamlining the storage and retrieval of electronic components and small items, catering to both domestic and international markets.

The ISM3600 F.A. is a compact, high-capacity storage solution that addresses critical challenges in component management. It reduces labor hours for inventory tasks, ensures first-in-first-out (FIFO) product rotation, and optimizes warehouse operations, for improved efficiency and reliability.

A key advancement of the ISM3600 F.A. is its integrated AMR compatibility. Unlike traditional ISM3600, which requires an additional dedicated unit for AMR integration, the ISM3600 F.A. enables AMRs to directly load and unload items from the front of the unit, improving cost efficiency and saving valuable space. This innovation improves cost efficiency, saves valuable floor space, and simplifies operations.

As industries worldwide face labor shortages and increasing demand for automation, JUKI has expanded its automated storage solutions beyond the industrial equipment sector into a broader “storage business.” The ISM3600 F.A. is positioned as a versatile tool for industries ranging from printed circuit board manufacturing, component storage, and the management of high-value material management.

JUKI Automated Warehouse ISM Series
The ISM series, developed by Essegi S.A. of Italy, was originally designed for JUKI’s board SMT facilities. Since its launch in 2013, the ISM series has been a cornerstone of JUKI’s storage solutions. In 2019, JUKI and Essegi established a joint venture, ESSEGI AUTOMATION S.r.l., to enhance manufacturing, sales, and service operations. The ISM series products sold in Asia are manufactured and supplied from JUKI’s Ohtawara Plant in Japan.

ISM3600 F.A.

Key Features

1. High-Capacity Bulk Storage

・Accommodates up to 27 storage cases at a time (8mm thickness per case).

2. Adjustable Storage Case Heights

・Supports electronic component reels from 8mm to 88mm in width.
・General-purpose cases can store items beyond standard electronic reels.
・Dimensions: Width 165mm × Depth 343mm × Height 10–90mm.

3. Efficient Space Utilization

・Automatically stores items in available spaces, eliminating dead zones.

4. Flexible Plant Layout Compatibility

・Compact modular design allows for easy relocation to adapt to changing plant layouts.

5. Automatic Storage Case Recognition

　・Identifies 7-inch single cases, 7-inch double cases, and 15-inch cases.

6. Integration with AMR Systems

・Enables seamless loading and unloading with autonomous vehicles directly at the front door.

With the launch of the ISM3600 F.A., JUKI continues to lead innovation in automated storage solutions, providing customers with advanced technologies that optimize productivity, reduce costs, and meet the evolving demands of modern industries.

For more information about the ISM3600 F.A. and JUKI’s comprehensive electronics manufacturing solutions, please visit our website at www.juki.co.jp.