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Industry Sector

Warehouse & Logistics
Automation

We automate warehouses, distribution centres and material handling operations, from conveyor control and AS/RS integration to AMR and AGV fleets, robotic palletising and the MES and WMS links that tie it all together. Our engineers design, programme and commission systems that move high volumes reliably, 24/7.

Conveyors & SortationAS/RS & AMR/AGV IntegrationMES & WMS Connectivity

Whether you're running a distribution centre, a manufacturing warehouse or an airport baggage hall, the demands are the same — high throughput, high reliability, zero tolerance for downtime.

Industry Challenges

What Makes This Sector Different

High Throughput Demands

Modern logistics operations handle thousands of items per hour. Automation must be fast, reliable and able to handle volume spikes without failure.

Mixed Products & Formats

Warehouses handle enormous variety — different sizes, weights, packaging types and destinations. Automation must be flexible and intelligent.

24/7 Operation

Logistics facilities often run around the clock. Downtime is expensive. Systems must be designed for reliability and fast fault recovery.

System Integration

Warehouse automation must connect to WMS, ERP and other business systems — exchanging data accurately and in real time.

What We Deliver

Warehouse Automation We Deliver

Warehouse Conveyor Automation

PLC-controlled conveyor systems for warehouses and distribution centres, covering routing, sortation, accumulation, merges and diverts. Conveyor automation →

AS/RS Controls & Integration

Controls and integration for automated storage and retrieval systems, connecting AS/RS to conveyors, robots and your WMS so goods flow in and out without manual handoffs.

AMR & AGV Integration

Integrating autonomous mobile robots and automated guided vehicles with your conveyors, workstations and safety systems, and linking the fleet to your WMS or MES for automatic task dispatch.

MES & WMS Connectivity

Real-time links between the plant floor and your business systems, so orders, routing, stock movements and performance data stay accurate without re-keying.

Robotic Palletising

Robot programming and integration for palletising and depalletising, with custom end-effectors, mixed-SKU capability and full conveyor integration. Robotic palletising →

SCADA & Real-Time Monitoring

SCADA systems giving real-time visibility of warehouse operations, from throughput monitoring and fault diagnostics to performance reporting.

Airport Baggage Handling

Control system design, offline programming and on-site commissioning for airport baggage handling systems, including variable-speed conveyors, sorters and real-time monitoring.

Retrofit & Modernisation

Upgrading existing warehouse control systems without disrupting operations, including legacy PLC replacement and new system integration. PLC upgrades →

Why Duke

Why Warehouse Operators Choose Us

Multi-Sector Experience

We've delivered logistics automation for warehouses, distribution centres and airport baggage facilities — diverse experience that benefits every project.

High Throughput Expertise

Our systems are designed to handle the volumes modern logistics demands — reliably, without bottlenecks and with fast fault recovery.

WMS & ERP Integration

We connect automation systems to your business software — ensuring accurate, real-time data flow across your operation.

Airport Grade Reliability

Our baggage handling experience demands the highest standards of reliability and fault tolerance — a discipline that carries through all our logistics work.

Flexible & Scalable Systems

We design systems that can grow with your operation — modular architecture that supports future expansion and reconfiguration.

Full System Integration

Conveyors, AS/RS, AMRs and AGVs, robots, SCADA and your MES or WMS. We integrate every element of your warehouse automation into one coherent, well-controlled system.

Platforms & Tools
Siemens TIA PortalRockwell Studio 5000ABB PalletisingFANUC PalletisingAS/RS ControlAMR / AGV IntegrationMES IntegrationWMS IntegrationSCADAProfinetEtherNet/IPVariable Speed DrivesBarcode ScanningIATA Standards
FAQs

Warehouse Automation Questions

Can you integrate AMRs or AGVs with our existing conveyors and systems?

Yes. We handle the controls side of AMR and AGV integration: the handover points between vehicles and conveyors, the PLC logic and safety interlocks around them, and the data link to your WMS or MES so tasks are dispatched and confirmed automatically.

Can you work with a new or existing AS/RS?

Yes. We provide the controls and integration that connect automated storage and retrieval systems to conveyors, robots and your WMS, whether it is a new installation or an existing system being extended or upgraded.

Can you connect our warehouse automation to our WMS or MES?

Yes. We build the interface between the plant floor and your business systems, so orders, routing decisions, stock movements and production data flow accurately in real time instead of being re-keyed or reconciled by hand.

Can we automate in stages rather than all at once?

Usually, yes. Many operators start with the biggest bottleneck, such as a conveyor or palletising cell, and add automation over time. We design systems to be modular so later phases connect cleanly to earlier ones.

Can you upgrade our existing warehouse controls without shutting down?

In most cases. We test new software and panels offline, then cut over in planned stages around your operating hours, so the rest of the site keeps moving.

Further Reading

Guides & Case Studies

"Working with Duke Control Systems gave us confidence throughout the project. Their engineers clearly knew the systems inside out and their commissioning approach was methodical and professional."
Engineering Manager — UK Manufacturing Client

Discuss Your Warehouse Automation Project

Whether you need a new conveyor system, AMR integration, an AS/RS link or a full controls upgrade, our team can help. Book a free review or contact us today.