Facing challenges such as limited space in existing facilities, aging equipment, high reliance on manual labor, and logistics bottlenecks, Zhejiang Jingxin Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. offers a holistic intelligent retrofit solution for legacy warehouses in the manufacturing sector. This solution eliminates the need for new construction—instead, it leverages the existing building structure and production layout through systematic planning and modular integration to achieve automation, digitalization, and operational flexibility in warehousing.

1. Core Retrofit Philosophy

Guided by the principles of “minimal structural changes, high compatibility, rapid deployment, and stable operation”:

• Conduct thorough assessments of the existing facility’s load-bearing capacity, ceiling height, column spacing, and fire safety infrastructure to customize rack structures and equipment specifications;
• Reuse or repurpose existing infrastructure (e.g., flooring, power supply, fire protection piping) to reduce retrofit costs and shorten project timelines;
• Implement standardized interface designs to ensure seamless integration with the client’s existing ERP, MES, or WMS systems.

2. Typical Configuration & Technology Integration

Based on real-world implementation examples (as illustrated in reference scenarios):

• Structural Optimization: Install high-strength blue selective pallet racking within the original warehouse footprint, increasing storage density by 40%–60% through efficient vertical space utilization;
• Automated Storage & Retrieval: Deploy orange rail-guided stacker crane systems capable of single-deep or double-deep pallet handling, accommodating multiple material dimensions;
• Material Flow Integration: Integrate roller/chain conveyors and lift platforms to create a continuous flow from inbound receiving, sorting, to outbound shipping—minimizing manual handling;
• Intelligent Control Hub: Equip with Jingxin’s proprietary WCS (Warehouse Control System) for task dispatching and dynamic path optimization, paired with a WMS (Warehouse Management System) module for real-time inventory tracking and full operational traceability;
• Safety & Maintenance Assurance: Install photoelectric sensors, emergency stop devices, and real-time equipment health monitoring modules, enabling remote diagnostics and predictive maintenance.

3. Client Value Delivered

• Space Efficiency: Significantly increase storage capacity within the same floor area;
• Operational Transformation: Shift from “man-to-goods” to “goods-to-man” workflows, reducing labor intensity and improving process standardization;
• Full Traceability: Real-time synchronization of batch data and operational logs to meet quality management and compliance audit requirements;
• Future-Ready Scalability: System designed with open interfaces for future integration of AGVs, four-way shuttles, or smart sortation units, supporting flexible production adjustments.

Note: This retrofit solution has been successfully implemented across multiple clients in manufacturing, electronics, food & beverage, and other industries. Average project duration is 3–5 months, with minimal disruption to ongoing production operations.

Jingxin Intelligent emphasizes: Retrofitting a legacy warehouse is not merely about replacing equipment—it’s a strategic upgrade toward future-ready operations. We adhere to a “one-site-one-solution” approach, providing end-to-end technical support—from on-site survey and digital simulation, to equipment selection, installation, and commissioning—to ensure the transformation directly supports our clients’ core goals of cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency enhancement.

For a customized retrofit consultation, please contact us:

Phone: +86 137 8008 7186

Address: No. 299 Guanghua Road, Yinzhou District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China