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# Case Picking
## What is Case Picking?
Case picking is a crucial order fulfillment method in warehouses and distribution centers that enables efficient handling of full case quantities for retail and eCommerce operations. In case picking, warehouse workers pick products in full case or carton quantities from various storage mediums: [pallet flow](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors/pallet-track), [carton flow](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow), and [high-density storage systems](https://www.unex.com/solutions/high-density-storage). Compared to [each picking](https://www.unex.com/applications/picking/each-picking), where a single item or SKU is picked from open cartons, case picking maintains the integrity of the full case as the pick unit. This [order picking](https://www.unex.com/applications/picking/order-picking) method is ideal for moving high volumes of fast to medium velocity SKUs.
Warehouses typically handle fast movers from pallet positions, medium movers from [carton flow](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow) systems, and slow-moving products from [high-density storage systems](https://www.unex.com/solutions/high-density-storage/speedcell). When workers pick full cases, they typically pick them to a pallet, cart, or conveyor. As the picker travels the aisles selecting full case SKUs, orders are grouped and sequenced for shipping.
[Explore Case Picking Solutions](https://www.unex.com/applications/picking/case-picking#solutions)
## Where is Case Picking Used?
Case picking, also referred to as full case picking or carton picking, is a streamlined order fulfillment method used in warehouses and distribution centers. This approach involves selecting entire sealed cases or cartons as single units, rather than retrieving individual items. It is commonly implemented in facilities that handle large volumes of fast-moving products, including:
- [Retail stores](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/retail-storage)
- [eCommerce fulfillment](https://blog.unex.com/advantages-of-using-carton-flow-for-ecommerce-fulfillment)
- [Third party logistics providers (3PLs)](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/storage-3pls)
- [Beverage distributors](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/keg-storage)
Case picking maintains inventory control and reduces handling compared to picking individual units from open cases. It allows distributors to move product quickly and efficiently from receiving to shipping, especially for faster moving SKUs.
Slower moving SKUs are often stored in each pick locations or shelving to reduce inventory holding costs. Faster-moving items can be stored on [carton flow racks](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow) or [pallet flow lanes](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors/pallet-track), while slower-moving items go in [high-density storage systems](https://www.unex.com/solutions/high-density-storage).
## Challenges in Case Picking Operations
Case picking operations face a significant challenge – with all those cartons comes an ever-growing warehouse footprint. Addressing these case picking challenges is crucial to streamline operations and prevent inefficiencies. Common obstacles include:
- Poor ergonomics leading to high turnover and a high number of worker's compensation claims
- Lack of FIFO stock rotation, which leads to older stock getting buried without proper case picking solutions, leading to product spoilage.
- Lack of organization by throughput, resulting in delayed or missed orders
- Inefficient use of space leading to increased travel, search, and pick time
How can distributors optimize their warehouse space for fast and accurate case picking while minimizing strain on their workforce? Implementing [dynamic storage solutions](https://www.unex.com/dynamic-storage-solutions), such as [SpanTrack carton flow](https://blog.unex.com/how-carton-flow-storage-enhances-efficiency-in-case-picking-operations), helps achieve FIFO stock rotation, reduce travel time, and enhance picking accuracy.
## Best Practices to Improve Case Picking
Following [case picking best practices](https://blog.unex.com/carton-flow-for-case-picking-applications?hsLang=en) will address the space, labor, and stock rotation challenges faced by warehouses and distribution centers of every size.
- **Slot inventory by velocity, **placing faster moving items in more accessible storage like carton flow racks. Use shelving for slower items.
- **Maximize storage density** to eliminate wasted vertical space by double-stacking case SKUs. Multi-level and push back carton flow provide even greater density.
- **Pick cases directly** from carton flow racks. This eliminates extra handling compared to storing on static racks.
- **Maintain FIFO inventory control** using gravity flow storage methods like carton and pallet flow versus storage on the floor or in industrial shelving.
- **Reduce travel distance** by zoning pick slots by product type and velocity. Place fastest movers closest to shipping.
Addressing the most common causes of case picking inefficiency will lead to increased profits across every area of your operation.
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## Best Practices to Improve Case Picking in Warehouses
Implementing [case picking best practices](https://blog.unex.com/how-carton-flow-storage-enhances-efficiency-in-case-picking-operations) can help warehouses and distribution centers overcome challenges related to space utilization, labor efficiency, and stock rotation.
- **Slot inventory by velocity, **placing faster moving items in more accessible storage like carton flow racks. Use shelving for slower items.
- **Maximize storage density** to eliminate wasted vertical space by double-stacking case SKUs. Multi-level and push back carton flow provide even greater density.
- **Pick cases directly** from carton flow racks. This eliminates extra handling compared to storing on static racks.
- **Maintain FIFO inventory control** using gravity flow storage methods like carton and pallet flow versus storage on the floor or in industrial shelving.
- **Reduce travel distance** by zoning pick slots by product type and velocity. Place fastest movers closest to shipping.
By addressing common inefficiencies in case picking, you can enhance throughput, improve accuracy, and boost profitability across every area of your operation.
## Maximize Space Utilization and Productivity in Case Picking Operations
Distributors struggling with limited space for [case picking operations](https://blog.unex.com/carton-flow-for-case-picking-applications) can benefit from dynamic storage solutions that streamline and organize SKUs. By reducing travel time and enabling double or triple stacking of full case SKUs, UNEX solutions help maximize warehouse space and keep aisles clear for forklifts and pickers to navigate safely.
For medium-moving case picks, UNEX manufactures a variety of [carton flow solutions](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow). Designed to ensure FIFO product rotation, carton flow presents cases or cartons to workers so they can easily pick orders without having to reach and bend into racks. Storing products in carton flow racks condenses and organizes SKUs to reduce travel time and maximize space utilization.
For faster-moving case picks, UNEX manufactures [dynamic pallet flow](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors/pallet-track) solutions. Picking from a pallet is ideal for faster-moving products because operators don’t have to double-handle the products to load them into shelving. They simply load the entire pallet as a location on the pick line.
## Optimize Your Case Picking Operations with UNEX
UNEX has a comprehensive line of products to help distributors optimize case picking for fast, medium, and slow-moving SKUs with enhanced picking speed and accuracy. Our case flow systems like [SpanTrack Lane](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/spantrack-lane) and [SpanTrack Wheel Bed](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/spantrack-wheel-bed) drop into existing structures to quickly and easily create FIFO stock rotation, and ensure product is always at the pick point. UNEX [Pallet Track](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors/pallet-track) creates efficient pallet storage that allows workers to pick cases directly from pallet positions. This helps you avoid double-handling your fastest-moving products.
All UNEX case picking solutions are designed to enhance ergonomic outcomes by eliminating the need to reach and bend into racks, which significantly reduces stress and strain on employees. This helps reduce workers' compensation claims, and contributes to lower employee turnover.
[Connect with our product specialists](https://www.unex.com/contact?hsLang=en) to learn how UNEX case picking systems can help you increase space utilization and streamline your picking processes.
## UNEX Solutions for Case Picking
### SpanTrack Lane
SpanTrack Lane is an innovative carton-flow solution that drops into new or existing pallet rack structures to create an efficient, reliable, and durable flow system. Depend on a robust and sturdy solution for even the most active warehouses and assembly plants.
#### Key benefits of Spantrack include:
- Ensure FIFO inventory rotation
- Reduce worker travel time by up to 75%
- Optimized for product stacking
- Industry-leading 7-year warranty
[Explore SpanTrack Lane](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/spantrack-lane)
### SpanTrack Wheel Bed
SpanTrack Wheel Bed is a flexible carton flow solution that drops into new or existing pallet rack structures to create the ultimate gravity flow rack system for order picking operations, manufacturing facilities, and more.
#### Additional Benefits Of Spantrack Wheel Bed Include:
- Hex hub wheel design for optimal flow
- Store products with a wide variation in size and weight
- Increase flexibility for inventory slotting with 90% left to right bay usage
- Replenish inventory from the back without interrupting the process in front
[EXPLORE WHEEL BED](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/spantrack-wheel-bed)
### Pallet Track
Pallet Track is a durable pallet flow solution that utilizes rollers or wheel rails to optimize flow for fast-moving inventory. Our high-quality pallet tracks increase efficiency and storage density and can be customized to fit an operation’s unique needs.
#### Key benefits of Pallet Track include:
- Select from a variety of track lengths and mounting options
- Increase storage density
- Reduce fork truck operations
- Decrease damage to inventory
[Explore Pallet Track](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors/pallet-track)
## More Applications
### Each Picking
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### Picking Carts
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### Pick Module
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### Order Picking
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