WIXOM, MI, July 2025 — Integrated Systems Design (ISD), a distinguished systems integrator and OEM provider of advanced warehouse automation solutions, announces its comprehensive initiative to revolutionize supply chain resilience through strategically curated "Made in America" automation partnerships. This groundbreaking approach addresses mounting concerns over international supply chain vulnerabilities while delivering unprecedented operational excellence.Supply Chain Sovereignty Emerges as Critical Business ImperativeContemporary enterprises face escalating challenges stemming from protracted international supply chains, geopolitical instabilities, and pandemic-induced disruptions. ISD's revolutionary approach eliminates dependency on overseas manufacturing networks, establishing robust domestic partnerships that guarantee supply chain continuity and operational predictability. "Patriotism transcends sentiment—it embodies strategic wisdom," declares Ed Romaine, VP Marketing at ISD. "Our domestic manufacturing alliances eliminate intercontinental shipping delays, customs complications, and communication barriers that perpetually plague international sourcing strategies."Technological Prowess Meets Manufacturing ExcellenceISD's meticulously crafted portfolio encompasses cutting-edge automation technologies exclusively sourced from a number of leading American manufacturing powerhouses:UltraStore Mid-Load ASRS represents tried and true engineering achievements in automated storage solutions. This domestically engineered system optimizes mid-range applications requiring high-density storage coupled with lightning-fast retrieval capabilities. Superior technical support, expedited software updates, and streamlined system modifications distinguish this American-manufactured solution.Kardex Remstar Vertical Lift Modules maximize storage capacities through vertical storage optimization. These systems transform limited floor space into high-density storage capacity while delivering requested inventory directly to ergonomic workstations, dramatically enhancing productivity metrics.URBX ASRS showcases next-generation robotic ASRS storage system. These modular, scalable systems adapt seamlessly to evolving operational requirements, featuring real-time optimization algorithms that maintain peak performance regardless of fluctuating demand patterns.Raymond Material Handling Equipment continues decades-long traditions of American manufacturing excellence. Their product lineup encompasses traditional counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and specialized narrow-aisle equipment designed for high-density storage environments.Reflex Robotics introduces groundbreaking humanoid automation from Brooklyn, New York. Founded by MIT alumni with prestigious experience from Tesla, Boston Dynamics, and Amazon, Reflex delivers cost-effective warehouse and manufacturing general-purpose robotics achieving operational capability within sixty minutes of deployment. Their affordable pricing structure—below annual operator salaries—democratizes humanoid automation across diverse warehouse operations.Strategic Advantages Compound Through Domestic PartnershipsISD's "Made in America" approach delivers multifaceted benefits extending beyond equipment procurement: Supply Chain Resilience: Eliminates international shipping vulnerabilities, port congestion delays, and customs complications Quality Assurance: Domestic manufacturers operate under stringent regulatory frameworks ensuring consistent, superior products Rapid Response Support: Time zone alignment, linguistic clarity, and cultural familiarity accelerate technical support resolution Regulatory Compliance: Intimate knowledge of American building codes, safety regulations, and integration standardsOptimalOps-Process™ Maximizes Automation Investment ReturnsISD's proprietary OptimalOps-Process™ framework orchestrates seamless integration across multiple automation technologies. This comprehensive eight-step methodology ensures optimal equipment selection, strategic implementation, and sustained operational excellence while maintaining vendor-neutral flexibility.Partnership Excellence Drives Sustained SuccessAs an OEM-agnostic systems integrator, ISD leverages extensive partnerships with premier American manufacturers to deliver customized solutions precisely matching operational requirements. This collaborative approach eliminates single-vendor limitations while ensuring unified system performance across diverse automation components. "Our domestic partnerships transcend transactional relationships," emphasizes Ed Romaine, VP Marketing at ISD. "We cultivate enduring alliances that deliver sustained value through comprehensive training programs, reliable technical support, and predictable upgrade pathways."Market Leadership Through InnovationISD's commitment to American manufacturing excellence positions clients advantageously amid intensifying global competition. Domestic automation solutions provide strategic stability, operational reliability, and performance consistency that international alternatives cannot match.Discover Revolutionary Automation SolutionsOrganizations seeking to mitigate supply chain risks through Made in America warehouse automation technologies are invited to schedule complimentary consultations exploring ISD's comprehensive capabilities and strategic advantages.About Integrated Systems Design - ISDIntegrated Systems Design is a comprehensive systems integrator of automated solutions for warehouses, manufacturing, distribution, retail, and wholesale applications, improving processes and productivity while reducing operational costs. Whether providing consulting services to meet current issues or developing future scalable plans to address industry challenges, ISD creates value for a broad range of industries by tailoring systems to clients' specific requirements.ISD expertise ranges from handling, storing, and picking pieces (eaches), cases, pallets, build lines, and special or custom handling solutions. Products and services include automatic storage and retrieval (ASRS), AMR, conveyor, robotics, batch stations, shuttles, pick-to-light, carousels, vertical lift modules (VLMs), controls, and software (including inventory management, WCS, WMS, and MES).ContactEd RomaineVP Marketing & Business Development215-512-2613eromaine@isddd.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – LOS ANGELES, CALIF., Tuesday, March 25, 2025 – Element Logic is proud to announce its latest collaboration with SoftMoc, a leading footwear retailer, on the new AutoStore Project in Ontario, Canada. This new project marks another significant step in Element Logic’s and SoftMoc’s dedication to enhancing retail logistics with cutting-edge automation technology.“In a very challenging and competitive retail landscape fulfilment & warehousing efficiencies are at the forefront of SoftMoc’s plans.” Bert Krista , founder at SoftMoc Inc., said. “Working with Element Logic has been productive as they have applied their vast knowledge in fulfilment design to create a solution that will help SoftMoc reduce occupancy & labour costs at our fulfilment centre.”“Working with SoftMoc on this project has been incredible,” Stephen Sparks, Senior Account Executive at Element Logic, said. “This solution not only enhances operational efficiency but also reinforces SoftMoc’s ability to deliver exceptional service to their customers. The rapid timeline of this project showcases our team’s dedication and the power of collaboration in achieving great results. ”“At AutoStore, we are dedicated to helping brands like SoftMoc enhance their fulfillment operations through automation and intelligent software,” Parth Joshi, Chief Product Officer at AutoStore said.  “By implementing our high-density storage system, SoftMoc gains greater efficiency, faster order processing, and a scalable solution that supports future growth. This project demonstrates how automation can drive both operational excellence and sustainability in retail logistics.”This project is designed to bolster SoftMoc’s current operations and future-proof their systems for years to come. It includes nearly 100,000 bins (425mm), 42 R5+ Pro Robots, 8 Carousel Ports, and a router for efficient operations. Complementing the AutoStore system, there will be an additional 3,225-foot conveyor network designed for picking, empty totes, packing, and a shipping sorter. This integrated approach ensures streamlined workflows and enhanced throughput.The AutoStore system aligns seamlessly with SoftMoc’s customer-centric values by enabling faster, more accurate order fulfillment. This enhanced efficiency allows SoftMoc to continue offering personalized service and a diverse selection of high-quality brands, meeting and exceeding the expectations of every customer.About SoftMocSoftMoc provides exceptional footwear and accessories that combine comfort, style, and quality. Through retail stores and online platform, SoftMoc.com, SoftMoc strives to create a seamless and enjoyable shopping experience that puts our customers first.About Element Logic   Element Logic is a technology company that optimizes warehouses for customers to gain a competitive edge. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Norway. It operates worldwide and is the world’s first and largest AutoStore partner. Element Logic offers its customers automated robotic solutions, software, and consulting services.For more information go to elementlogic.us and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and YouTube.About AutoStoreAutoStore™ holds a simple yet powerful vision: to store and move things for everyone, everywhere. Founded in Norway, we've grown into a global technology company. AutoStore uses advanced software to automate and orchestrate order fulfillment. Our goal is to ensure orders arrive faster than ever, with minimal environmental impact. That’s how we help brands exceed customer expectations.We have more than 1600 systems in nearly 60 countries, and we grow continuously as a community of employees, partners, customers, suppliers, and connected technologies. Automation should make life easier, and by listening carefully to our community, we innovate to meet the industry’s most complex needs. With AutoStore™, brands gain speed, efficiency, and improved workplaces. And much more floor space.AutoStore – moving things forward.ContactMaria Elena Ladron de GuevaraDirector of Marketing – Americas(818) 890.6002 ext. 279,maria.elena@elementlogic.us 

Modula Inc., a leading manufacturer of automated storage and retrieval solutions, has appointed Orfeo Finocchi as CEO of Modula North America, effective January 1, 2025. Based in Franklin, Ohio, he will focus on operational excellence, innovation, and market expansion in the U.S..Franklin, Ohio – January 2025 – Modula Inc., a leading manufacturer of automated storage and retrieval solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Orfeo Finocchi as its new CEO, effective January 1, 2025.Based at Modula’s North American facility in Franklin, Ohio, Orfeo will focus on strengthening the company’s commitment to operational excellence and innovation while driving expansion in key geographical areas to meet the evolving demands of the intralogistics market and support Modula’s continued growth in the United States.Orfeo brings over 20 years of global leadership experience in business strategy, sales development, and corporate management. His history with Modula is well-established, having previously served as General Manager of System China, a subsidiary of System S.p.A. originally focused on the ceramics industry. During this time, when Modula was still part of the System group, Orfeo was responsible for expanding sales networks for Modula across China and for ceramics across the broader Asian region, including Japan, India, and Thailand.Following the strategic decision to separate the Modula business unit from System China, Orfeo was appointed General Manager of Modula China. He successfully led the spin-off and the creation of a new legal entity and independent manufacturing facility. Under his leadership, Modula China built a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. His leadership significantly contributed to expanding Modula’s market presence in China and establishing the brand as a recognized name in the region.Reflecting on his return to Modula, Orfeo shared: “I am honored to return to Modula and lead the next phase of growth. I have always shared with Mr. Franco Stefani a deep commitment to excellence and continuous innovation in production and manufacturing processes. I look forward to collaborating with the exceptional teams in North America and beyond to deliver innovative solutions and expand our market presence.”With Orfeo’s leadership, Modula aims to continue its mission of providing advanced automated storage solutions that improve warehouse efficiency, safety, and productivity across diverse industrial sectors.About ModulaModula is a leading manufacturer of automated storage solutions, designed to optimize space and improve picking and storage operations for any industrial sector or environment. Modula vertical lift module (VLM) line maximizes the storage potential of high-ceiling facilities, securing items in enclosed units up to 54 feet tall. Our horizontal carousels are ideal for low-ceiling environments, as well as those seeking maximum throughput. For both solutions, automated delivery dramatically increases productivity and saves operators from unnecessary bending, walking, and reaching for parts.Today, Modula counts on more than 30,000 customers around the world and 4 production plants in Italy, the US (Lewiston, Maine & Franklin, Ohio), and China. In addition, Modula has a network of twelve subsidiaries (located in France, UK, Spain, Poland, Denmark, Germany, Sweden, India, Singapore, Australia, Colombia, and Mexico) and more than 100 authorized dealers worldwide. This guarantees a local presence to clients, allowing the company to serve all markets in a personal and timely manner.For more information please visit the official website: www.modula.us/.ContactValentina CecchiMarketing Directormarketing.usa@modula.com

Autoquip’s customer needed a work platform with a large surface area that would hold a fixture for their tooling in the middle while also allowing room for workers to walk around the fixture.

Headquartered in Mississauga, ON, TSC is a leading interactive, multi-channel retailer, offering a vast assortment of exclusive products and top brand names to customers throughout Canada.

M&M International relies on dependable Hänel storage technology for its inventory of valve components. This family-owned business specializes in safety and high-pressure valves for the oil and gas industry. Two heavy-duty Hänel Lean-Lifts® and one Hänel Rotomat® storage system are in operation. Heavy valve components made of stainless steel are kept in both vertical lift systems. All seals, gaskets and ball bearings are stored in the Rotomat® carousel.

Carousels are a technology used to store items for eventual picking or retrieval. There are two primary types of carousels and one related technology, all of which operate under some form of computer control. Since the late 1990s, carousels have been placed under the more general category of AS/RS. See also Horizontal Carousels , Vertical Carousels , Vertical Lift Modules and/or AS/RS .

As a storage device, a horizontal carousel consists of a fixed number of adjacent storage columns or bays that are mechanically linked to either an overhead or floor mounted drive mechanism to form a complete loop. Each column is divided into a fixed number of storage location or bins which in most applications are constructed of a welded wire frame. Loads consisting of containers or totes may be inserted and retrieved either manually or by an automatic inserter/extractor mechanism. However, rotation of the carousel, whereby a specific storage location is brought to the picking location, is almost always controlled automatically. See also Vertical Carousel , Vertical Lift Module , Rotary Rack , and/or AS/RS .

As a storage device, a vertical carousel provides for closed loop automatically controlled rotation of the basic storage unit, which in this case may be a shelf that can be subdivided into multiple bin locations. However, a shelf or a given vertical position need not be divided in order to handle large items such as a bolt of fabric or a roll of carpet. Because storage is vertical, such systems are popular when conserving floor space. Although automatic insertion and extraction of individual items or loads is possible, it is not as common as it is with horizontal carousel applications. See also Horizontal Carousels and/or AS/RS .

This document describes the operation, application and benefits resulting from the use of this automated storage and retrieval system.