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ENGINEERED
TO DELIVER.

Real-world automation challenges. Purpose-built engineering solutions. Explore how IO Systems combines materials handling, robotics and simulation to keep complex operations moving.

Our work in action

REAL PROCESSES.
REAL SOLUTIONS.

Every successful automation project begins with understanding the operation.

From sub-zero pallet storage to overhead bakery conveying and high-volume tote movement, our engineering teams develop solutions around the physical constraints, throughput needs and wider production process.

Explore the projects below to understand the challenge, the thinking behind the design and the results described in each case study.

UnderstandStart with the challenge
EngineerDesign around the process
DeliverIntegrate for real operations
Featured projects

CHALLENGES
SOLVED.

Three projects demonstrating how IO Systems designs integrated automation around demanding operating environments and individual production requirements.

Illustrative automated warehouse and pallet handling systemAutomated storage & retrieval
CASE STUDY 01

Automated Cold Storage

An integrated pallet handling and automated storage solution for a high-volume bakery operation, engineered to support 15,000 pallet positions and reliable movement in a –28°C environment.

15,000 pallets–28°C24/7 operations
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Illustrative automated materials handling and conveyorsTote & carton handling
CASE STUDY 02

Automated Tote Handling

A simulation-led design for moving empty and filled totes through a congested manufacturing facility, using overhead routes, conveyors and elevators to keep production flowing.

3D simulationOverhead routingProduction flow
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Illustrative industrial automation systemFood manufacturing
CASE STUDY 03

Bakery Cooling Automation

An overhead conveying solution designed with 3D simulation to provide controlled cooling and holding times for bakery products while preserving valuable production floor space.

40-minute cooling20-minute holdingSpace efficiency
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The IO Systems approach

NOT OFF
THE SHELF.

The right system starts with the real process. Each project brings different products, space restrictions and performance requirements.

By combining mechanical engineering, controls, software and the appropriate handling technologies, IO Systems can develop an integrated solution rather than treating equipment in isolation.

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