Symbotic Unveils Next-Generation Storage for its Warehouse Automation System – Enabling Significantly Reduced Customer Footprint and Faster Case Handling

August 05, 2025 at 07:00 AM EDT

Innovative Design Provides Ultra-High Density for Increased Storage Capacity and/or Reduced Footprint
Denser Storage Enables Shorter and Faster Bot Trips per Case Delivery
Pre-Assembled Components Deliver Faster Implementation in Customer Sites, Accelerating Time to Value

WILMINGTON, Mass., Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Symbotic Inc. (Nasdaq: SYM), a leader in A.I.-enabled robotics technology for the supply chain, today announced the commercial availability of its innovative next-generation storage technology. Designed to significantly enhance the performance of its industry-leading warehouse automation system, the new structure is engineered to deliver substantially increased storage capacity for products, faster deployment and case handling, enhanced fire suppression, and improved seismic adaptability. To see Symbotic’s next-generation storage, click here.

Symbotic has coupled the exceptional, industry-leading density offered by its current system with a breakthrough innovation that can reduce customers’ storage footprint by up to 40% of its original size. This will enable customers to fit considerably more products into a fixed space, or attain a target storage volume in a smaller footprint. Case handling speed will also be enhanced: the increased storage density will mean shorter – and faster – bot trips per case delivery.

Additionally, Symbotic’s next-generation storage is engineered for rapid deployment. The innovative structure features pre-assembled, precision-manufactured sub-components that will reduce the number of on-site assembly parts by over 90% and lower system implementation time at customer sites.

Further key benefits of Symbotic’s next-generation storage design include:

Modular shelf configurations that accommodate a broader range of products and boost storage density
Pre-engineered safety features and integrated fire suppression
Structural strengthening options providing flexibility to meet seismic requirements
Reduced site readiness costs through a unique leveling system that minimizes floor preparation

The new storage and buffering structure can be implemented as a retrofit to existing facilities or in new greenfield buildings, as part of the end-to-end Symbotic System.

“Customers are increasingly looking for flexible, ultra-high density warehouse automation to ensure the reliable flow of goods to consumers, and we’re seeing immediate traction with this new technology,” said Rick Cohen, Chairman and CEO of Symbotic. “Our next-generation storage structure represents a major leap forward in our mission to help customers improve efficiency, speed and resilience – all while accelerating return on investment.”

Visual Assets

Click to view two short videos showing the benefits of Symbotic’s next-generation storage technology, and an installation overview.

ABOUT SYMBOTIC

Symbotic is an automation technology leader reimagining the supply chain with its end-to-end, A.I.-powered robotic and software platform. Symbotic reinvents the warehouse as a strategic asset for the world’s largest retail, wholesale, and food & beverage companies. Applying next-generation technology, high-density storage and machine learning to solve today's complex distribution challenges, Symbotic enables companies to move goods with unmatched speed, agility, accuracy and efficiency. As the backbone of commerce Symbotic transforms the flow of goods and the economics of the supply chain for its customers. For more information, visit www.symbotic.com.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 including, but not limited to, statements about Symbotic’s expectations or predictions regarding its next-generation storage technology. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events or operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by or include the words “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “projects,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “plans,” “anticipates” or “intends” or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual events, results or performance to differ materially from those indicated by such statements. Certain of these risks are identified and discussed in Symbotic’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on December 4, 2024. These forward-looking statements are expressed in good faith, and Symbotic believes there is a reasonable basis for them. However, there can be no assurance that the events, results or trends identified in these forward-looking statements will occur or be achieved. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and are based on the beliefs, estimates, expectations and opinions of management on that date. Symbotic is not under any obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation to update, alter or otherwise revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers should carefully review the statements set forth in the reports that Symbotic has filed or will file from time to time with the SEC.

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