Mixed Case Fulfillment
Intelligent mixed case fulfillment for retail and distribution
The Dematic Mixed Case Fulfillment solution uses intelligent automation to build stable, efficiently sized pallets that reduce transportation and labor costs. By creating aisle‑ready pallets more quickly, the solution simplifies retail replenishment and helps operations stay resilient.
Benefits of mixed case fulfillment
Mixed case fulfillment helps create aisle‑ready pallets that improve transportation efficiency and simplify store replenishment. By combining automation and intelligent pallet building, it reduces costs, increases accuracy, and supports consistent operations.
Reduce labor fependency
Lowers the need for manual warehouse labor by up to 50–70% compared to traditional processes.
Improve transportation efficiency
Builds compact pallets that maximize trailer space and can reduce transportation costs by up to 18%.
Support multiple temperature zones
Operate within ambient, chilled, and frozen environments.
Increase customer satisfaction
Consistent and accurate pallet building reduces product damage, picking errors, and stockouts.
What is mixed case fulfillment?
Mixed case fulfillment is an automated solution that builds aisle‑ready, mixed case pallets for store replenishment. Dematic Software manages equipment, workflows, and pallet patterns to maintain pallet stability and adapt to changing demand. The solution is well suited for grocery, general merchandise, and food & beverage operations that require high throughput and consistent performance.
How automated mixed case order fulfillment works
High‑density storage
Products are stored in a case or tote buffer system, such as Dematic Multishuttle®, Mini‑Load AS/RS, or AutoStore™.
Intelligent retrieval and transport
Cases or totes are retrieved in the required sequence and automatically transported to manual or automated palletizing stations.
Pallet building
Cases are placed onto pallets by automated palletizers or by operators at ergonomic workstations to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Layer stabilization
Each pallet layer is wrapped during building to maintain load stability throughout the process.
Labeling and shipping
Completed pallets are labeled according to requirements and automatically transported to the shipping area.
Why choose Dematic as your automation partner
Built for continuous improvement
Our partnership continues long after go‑live. Dematic Lifecycle Solutions & Services refine, modernize, and expand systems as your business evolves. Assessment, optimization, training, and upgrades extend equipment life, improve performance, and reduce waste. Ongoing support featuring modular technologies and adaptable software allow you to grow your operations without disruption, securing long‑term value.