# Smarter Automated Solutions (SAS)

> Australian warehouse automation integrator. Goods-to-person, conveyor, sortation, labelling and shuttle storage, designed, integrated and supported by SAS.

SAS is an independent warehouse automation systems integrator based in New South Wales, Australia. It is an official integration partner of OPEX and Interroll, and delivered Australia’s first OPEX Perfect Pick HD installation. SAS designs, supplies, installs, integrates, commissions and supports automation, and connects it with SASCA, its own warehouse control software (WCS).

Key facts:
- 80+: Years of combined experience
- 130: OPEX iBOTs commissioned
- 40-70%: Typical labour reduction in picking and sortation
- Certified Approved Accelerator in Interroll's Rolling On partnership program, listed in Interroll's Global Partner Network; Interroll-certified know-how: MCP conveyor modules, dynamic storage (pallet and carton flow), sorting technology incl. cross-belt sorters
- Brands integrated: OPEX, Interroll, Cognex, Markem-Imaje, Matthews, Lantech, Sealed Air, Ranpak, Dexion
- Clients include: COS, Pet Circle, Booktopia
- Contact: 0401 045 297, enquiries@smarteras.com.au

## Solutions
- [Goods to Person](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/solution/goods-to-person-solutions/): Robotic storage and retrieval that brings inventory straight to your pickers, cutting pick times and walking.
- [Conveyor Systems](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/solution/conveyor-solutions/): Interroll conveyor and sortation that moves everything from pallets to polybags, connected end to end.
- [SASCA Control Software](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/solution/warehouse-control-software-sasca/): Our own warehouse control software. One layer that connects every conveyor, sorter, scanner and labeller to your WMS.
- [Electrical & Mechanical Integration](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/solution/electrical-mechanical-integration/): Mechanical, electrical and controls delivered as one turnkey package, with one point of accountability.
- [Print & Labelling](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/solution/print-labelling-automation/): Print-and-apply labelling built into your line. Live data, consistent placement, every label scanned.
- [MDS / HDS Shuttle Storage](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/solution/mds-hds-shuttle-storage/): High-density pallet shuttles. Up to 3x the storage of conventional racking, in the building you already have.
- [Service and support](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/service/): Preventive maintenance, breakdown support, OPEX equipment service, spare parts, SASCA support and training.

## Case studies
- [Complete Office Supplies: Adoption of a Goods-to-Person system in Australia](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/cos-perfect-pick-hd/): How a major Australian office products supplier adopted the country’s first OPEX Perfect Pick HD to increase fulfilment capacity, improve throughput and make better use of warehouse space. Key figures: 1st opex perfect pick hd in australia; 5,000+ business customers served by cos; 1,000 tote presentations per hour, per aisle (system capability).
- [Kookaburra: Transforming Student Kit Fulfilment with Automated Sorting](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/kookaburra-student-kits/): How an Australian education supplier moved from labour-intensive manual kitting to OPEX Sure Sort, lifting output from around 300 to 700+ packs a day while reducing labour dependency. Key figures: 700+ student packs per day; 285-300 packs per day before automation; 30-44 items in every kit.
- [Pet Circle: Servicing Australian Pets](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/pet-circle-sydney/): How an integrated carton erection, sealing, labelling, conveyor and cross-belt sortation system transformed the flow of packed orders from packing to carrier-ready dispatch.
- [OPEX Sure Sort, Sydney](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/opex-sure-sort-sydney/): Automated putwall sortation with a full scan tunnel, labelling and software integration, sorting up to 2,400 items an hour into 535 locations. Key figures: 2,400 items sorted per hour; 535 sort locations; 24 ibots; 11 expansion modules.
- [COS Scaling Back-to-School Fulfilment with Automated Sorting](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/cos-back-to-school/): How batch picking combined with OPEX Sure Sort turned a labour-intensive student kitting operation into a scalable workflow ready for seasonal peaks.
- [OPEX Sure Sort, Mayfield West](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/opex-sure-sort-mayfield-west/): High-density storage combined with intelligent robotic sortation. 22 iBOTs, 435 locations and up to 2,400 items an hour. Key figures: 2,400 items sorted per hour; 435 locations; 22 ibots; 11 expansion modules.
- [How NPFulfilment Scaled Ecommerce Fulfilment Without Scaling Labour](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/npfulfilment-sure-sort/): How a fast-growing ecommerce fulfilment provider replaced manual order consolidation with OPEX Sure Sort to support significantly higher peak volumes.
- [Booktopia, Sydney](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/booktopia-sydney/): Large-scale conveyor, crossbelt sortation and storage, delivered from design through to support.
- [Black Bear Fulfillment: Scaling Capacity Without Scaling Complexity](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/case-studies/blackbear-fulfillment/): How automated sortation helps a third-party logistics provider increase throughput, improve labour productivity and absorb peak ecommerce demand without operating costs growing at the same rate.

## Equipment
- OPEX Perfect Pick HD: A high-density goods-to-person system that brings inventory to your team. (Up to 1,000 totes / hr)
- OPEX Sure Sort: Robotic sortation that sorts small items into the right order or destination. (Up to 2,400 items / hr)
- OPEX Infinity: Next-generation goods-to-person where robots move freely across the whole storage grid. (Maximum density)
- OPEX Sure Sort X: Sorts heavier, larger items in chilled or ambient environments. (Items up to 9 kg)
- Interroll Conveyor Systems: Modular conveyor that moves everything from pallets to polybags, with zero-pressure accumulation. (Pallets to polybags)
- Interroll Sorting Systems: Gentle, high-speed sorting for parcels and packages, used by major carriers worldwide. (Parcels up to 50 kg)
- Cognex DataMan Barcode Reader: High-resolution reading that verifies barcodes on parts, packages and pallets without a manual check. (In-line verification)
- Markem-Imaje 2200 Pallet Labeller: Compliant, scan-ready labels with fast changeovers. (150+ packs / min)
- Matthews Label Printer Applicator: High-speed labelling without sacrificing accuracy or line uptime. (Up to 50 m / min)
- Lantech C2000 Case Erector: Forms consistent, jam-free cases automatically. (Up to 30 cases / min)
- Ranpak Cut’it! EVO: In-line packing that cuts void space in parcels before shipping, lowering freight costs. (Right-sized parcels)
- Sealed Air I-Pack Cartoning: Builds a custom, snug-fit carton from a folded tray and seals it with a glued lid. (Made-to-fit cartons)
- Dexion HDS and MDS Pallet Shuttles: Semi-automated HDS shuttles run by your forklift drivers, or fully automated 4-way MDS shuttles directed by your WMS. (Up to 3x storage (MDS))
- SAS SASCA Warehouse Control Software: Our own WCS. Routes every carton, tote and parcel from live WMS data and gives you one view of the whole operation. (Connects to your WMS or ERP)

## Guides
- [Selective vs High-Density Racking: Which System Does Your Warehouse Actually Need?](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/blog/selective-vs-high-density-racking/): Selective racking or high-density storage? Compare access, density, throughput and cost to choose the right system for your stock profile.
- [Why Your Warehouse Throughput Problem Is a Conveyor Problem, and How to Fix It](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/blog/warehouse-throughput-conveyor-problem/): Where product waits, gets handled twice or travels too far, and how a well-designed conveyor system lifts throughput.
- [What Is the OPEX Sure Sort and How Does It Work? A Guide for Australian Warehouses](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/blog/what-is-opex-sure-sort/): How OPEX Sure Sort robotic sortation works, where it fits in a fulfilment operation and what to consider before you invest.
- [OPEX Perfect Pick HD: High-Density Goods-to-Person Automation for Australian Warehouses](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/blog/opex-perfect-pick-hd-guide/): A complete guide to the OPEX Perfect Pick HD: how it works, what it delivers and what to plan for, from the team behind Australia’s first installation.
- [What Is Goods-to-Person (GTP) Technology, and Why Does Every Australian Warehouse Need It?](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/blog/what-is-goods-to-person-gtp/): How goods-to-person automation brings stock to the picker, what it delivers for productivity, accuracy and space, and how to know if your warehouse is ready.

## Frequently asked questions
### What types of warehouse automation do you offer?
Automated storage and retrieval (AS/RS), goods-to-person robotic picking, conveyor and sortation systems, print-and-apply labelling, pallet shuttle storage and warehouse control software. We are an official OPEX integration partner in Australia.

### How do I know if automation is right for my business?
We run a detailed operational assessment and data analysis to model ROI scenarios for your business. We only recommend automation where it delivers a clear, quantifiable return, typically within 3 to 5 years.

### Can your solutions integrate with our existing systems?
Yes. SASCA, our warehouse control software, integrates with leading WMS, ERP and TMS platforms including SAP, Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics. We manage the full integration as part of implementation.

### How long does implementation typically take?
It varies with complexity. A standard OPEX Perfect Pick installation typically takes 4 to 6 months from contract to go-live. Large-scale AS/RS projects may take 9 to 18 months. You get a detailed schedule during design.

### Will automation reduce our reliance on labour?
Yes. Most clients see 40 to 70% labour reductions in picking and sortation, freeing your team for higher-value work.

### What does warehouse automation cost in Australia?
It depends on scope. A print-and-apply labeller or a single conveyor run is a very different investment from a goods-to-person system with SASCA integration. We size the system from your order and SKU data, then provide a fixed, itemised quote with a payback estimate built on your own labour and volume numbers.

### What is a systems integrator, and why not buy direct from the manufacturer?
A systems integrator designs the whole solution, sources equipment from several manufacturers and makes it work as one system. Buying direct gets you one machine. SAS connects conveyors, sorters, robotics, labellers and software from different brands under one design, one installation team and one point of accountability.

### Can you automate a warehouse that is already operating?
Yes. Most of our projects are retrofits into live warehouses. We stage installation around your operating hours, agree shutdown windows in advance and plan around your peak periods so you keep shipping.

### Do you provide support after go-live?
Yes. SAS provides local mechanical, electrical and software support, preventive maintenance, spare parts and system optimisation after go-live, including service for OPEX equipment.

### Which industries do you work with?
E-commerce and online retail, 3PL and fulfilment, wholesale and distribution, FMCG, healthcare and pharmaceutical, and cold storage. Clients include Pet Circle, Booktopia and COS.

## Pages
- [About](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/about-us/)
- [Contact](https://www.smarterautomatedsolutions.com.au/contact-us/)