SINGAPORE – 8 May 2025 — Dematic, a global leader in supply chain automation, has announced the launch of its latest innovation in case handling technology, the FD Shuttle system. The high-performance, floor rail-free rack supported automated storage and retrieval solution is designed to meet the growing demands of modern storage technology across the APAC region.

Developed and manufactured locally, the Dematic FD Shuttle system is a step-change in warehousing and production systems automation. Its lightweight design eliminates the need for traditional floor rail infrastructure, offering unmatched flexibility and rapid deployment for businesses looking to scale operations, manage seasonal peaks, or streamline high-volume stock keeping unit (SKU) environments.

Capable of handling up to 1,000 cases per hour, with payloads of up to 50 kilograms and storage heights of over 20 metres, the FD Shuttle system delivers outstanding throughput and storage density and scalability. It supports single, double, and triple-deep configurations, and it operates with a wide range of carton, tote, and box sizes, making it ideal for e-commerce, electronics, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and general merchandise.

“With the FD Shuttle system, we’ve removed some of the traditional barriers to warehouse automation,” says Steve Cheung, Senior Vice President (SVP) – President Asia, China & MEA, Dematic. “Its floor rail-free structure provides our customers with significantly faster project delivery timelines and lower total cost of ownership. This solution specifically addresses the unique logistics challenges, diverse market requirements, and operational demands across the APAC region. Our local manufacturing and dedicated regional support ensure supply chain agility, scalability, and reliability.”

As the newest addition to Dematic’s storage and retrieval portfolio, the FD Shuttle system builds on the success of previous solutions based on the Dematic Multishuttle®, Dematic Miniload, and AutoStore systems. The FD Shuttle system delivers the highest throughput, combining cost effective high-density storage and load versatility with an innovative, floor rail-free design. Its modular and scalable structure provides tremendous flexibility, allowing businesses to adapt faster to changing operational needs in high-demand sectors.

“The FD Shuttle system solves real-world challenges our customers face every day,” adds Cheung. “It relieves the pressures of modern supply chains— managing slower SKUs, rushing out urgent orders, adjusting to last-minute demand changes. It also has the precision needed for handling delicate or high value items with care. With local production and support, it’s a solution that’s built to grow with operations and keep pace with the complexity of the APAC market,” Cheung concludes.