Biomedicine: Precision Automation for Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical Logistics
The biomedicine industry operates at the intersection of scientific discovery and patient safety. Here, a single temperature excursion can destroy years of research; a mislabeled vial can delay a clinical trial; a stockout of a life‑saving drug can have irreversible consequences. The logistics of biomedicine are not merely about storage and movement—they are about preserving the integrity of therapies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and accelerating the delivery of innovation from lab to bedside.
KINGSHELVING delivers automated storage solutions purpose‑built for the unique demands of biomedicine. Our systems are engineered to maintain strict environmental control, provide complete chain‑of‑custody traceability, and adapt to the rapidly evolving product portfolios of pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotech research institutions, and healthcare distributors. From GMP‑compliant warehouses to ultra‑low‑temperature biobanks, we provide the logistics foundation upon which life‑saving science depends.
I. The Biomedicine Logistics Challenge – Five Critical Dimensions
1. Cold Chain Integrity – From +4°C to -80°C and Beyond
Biological products are perishable by nature. Vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, cell therapies, and blood products require uninterrupted temperature control from manufacturing through administration. Even brief excursions can compromise efficacy and patient safety.
KINGSHELVING’s automated cold storage solutions are engineered for pharmaceutical‑grade reliability. Our systems integrate seamlessly with multi‑temperature zones, providing:
GMP‑validated temperature mapping and continuous monitoring
Rapid‑access designs that minimize door openings and temperature fluctuations
Cold‑rated shuttle and stacker systems operating reliably at -25°C for frozen biologics
Scalable architectures that accommodate both 2‑8°C cold rooms and -20°C freezer environments
Real‑world proof:
At Shanghai Institute of Biological Products Co., Ltd. —one of China’s oldest and most prestigious vaccine and blood product manufacturers—we delivered a 2,640‑position, 2‑aisle double‑deep beam‑rack ASRS rated at 100 kg per position. The system maintains strict 2‑8°C cold chain integrity while providing high‑density storage for plasma derivatives and viral vaccines. Integration with the institute’s LIMS ensures full batch traceability from donor to patient.
2. Serialization & Traceability – Chain of Custody from Lab to Patient
Regulatory authorities worldwide mandate complete, unbroken traceability for pharmaceutical products. From the FDA’s DSCSA to the EU’s Falsified Medicines Directive, serialization at the individual package level is no longer optional—it is the law.
KINGSHELVING WMS delivers enterprise‑grade serialization capabilities:
GS1‑compliant barcode/RFID tracking at item, case, and pallet levels
Full audit trails capturing every transaction, location change, and user action
Automated aggregation and disaggregation during picking and packing
Seamless ERP integration (SAP, Oracle, Kingdee) for enterprise‑wide visibility
Real‑world proof:
At Jiangxi Meicun Wuzhou Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and its affiliate Jiangxi Zhangshu Wuzhou Pharmaceutical, we deployed a combined 5,160‑position ASRS across multiple facilities. These systems, configured with 2–3 aisles and 800 kg per position, manage the entire finished goods inventory for the company’s traditional Chinese medicine and Western pharmaceutical lines. Complete 21 CFR Part 11‑compliant audit trails enable full traceability from raw material to dispensed dose.
3. High‑Density Storage for Expanding Pipelines
As pharmaceutical portfolios grow and patent cliffs approach, manufacturers must maximize every square meter of expensive GMP‑certified space. Traditional pallet racking simply cannot achieve the density required to keep pace.
KINGSHELVING’s high‑bay ASRS solutions deliver:
Up to 40‑meter building height utilization – though more commonly 10‑25 meters in pharmaceutical applications
Double‑deep and push‑back configurations that increase density by 30‑50% over selective racking
Shuttle‑based systems for ultra‑high‑density storage of slow‑moving or batch‑quarantine inventory
Modular scalability allowing phased investment as product pipelines mature
Real‑world proof:
Henan Lingdang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. operates one of the largest ASRS installations in China’s generic drug sector: 7,724 pallet positions across 7 aisles, each rated at 1,000 kg. This system serves as the central distribution hub for the company’s extensive portfolio of injectables, orals, and topicals. By building up rather than out, Lingdang achieved a 60% reduction in warehouse footprint while doubling throughput capacity.
Nanjing Changao Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. , a leader in ophthalmic and oncology generics, entrusted us with a 5,148‑position, 4‑aisle beam‑rack ASRS rated at 500 kg per position. The system’s double‑deep configuration maximizes density within the facility’s constrained urban site, enabling Changao to consolidate three off‑site warehouses into one automated hub.
4. Cold Chain Deep Freeze – Biobanking & Advanced Therapies
The revolution in cell and gene therapy has created unprecedented demand for ultra‑low‑temperature storage. CAR‑T cells, viral vectors, and donor tissues must be maintained at -80°C or even cryogenic temperatures—often for years—with absolute security and instant retrievability.
KINGSHELVING’s automated cold‑storage solutions for biobanking feature:
-80°C‑rated automated retrieval systems with specialized lubricants and sealed electronics
Vapor‑phase liquid nitrogen interfaces for cryogenic storage integration
Sample‑level tracking with RFID‑tagged cryo‑boxes and individual vial identification
Dewar‑compatible picking stations that minimize cold exposure during retrieval
Real‑world proof:
At Shanghai Cell Biotech Co., Ltd. , a pioneering enterprise in stem cell and regenerative medicine, we installed an 80‑position, 150 kg per position beam‑rack ASRS integrated with -80°C freezer modules. The system provides secure, auditable storage for master cell banks and research-grade cell lines, supporting the company’s clinical trial programs in cellular immunotherapy.
5. Quality Compliance – Built for GMP, GDP, and Beyond
Biomedicine facilities operate under the most stringent quality regimes in industrial logistics. Non‑compliance is not a cost overrun—it is a license to operate at risk.
KINGSHELVING’s pharmaceutical automation solutions are designed from the ground up for regulatory readiness:
Validation documentation packages including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols
21 CFR Part 11‑compliant software with electronic signatures and audit trails
Segregated storage zones for quarantined, released, and rejected materials
Automated expiry management with physical blocking of out‑of‑date inventory
Cleaning validation support with smooth, crevice‑free surfaces and stainless‑steel options
Real‑world proof:
Tianjin Rongliheng Pharmaceutical Sales Co., Ltd. , a major regional distributor, required a system capable of handling both ambient and cold‑chain pharmaceuticals with full GDP compliance. Our solution: an 816‑position, single‑aisle curved‑track beam‑rack ASRS rated at 700 kg per position. The curved aisle configuration maximizes space utilization within an irregular building footprint while maintaining strict separation of ambient, 2‑8°C, and -20°C zones. Validation documentation was delivered in full prior to commercial operation.
Jiangsu Bikang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. selected KINGSHELVING for its 5,280‑position, 5‑aisle beam‑rack ASRS rated at 700 kg per position. The system manages the company’s expanding portfolio of cardiovascular and antibiotic products, with WMS integration to SAP ECC ensuring real‑time inventory visibility across manufacturing and distribution. Full 21 CFR Part 11 compliance was implemented, including electronic signatures for all inventory disposition transactions.
Sichuan Hengtong Animal Health Bio-technology Co., Ltd. , a leader in veterinary biologics, deployed our 1,044‑position, 5‑aisle beam‑rack ASRS rated at 1,000 kg per position. The system stores vaccines, antisera, and diagnostic reagents under GMP conditions, with strict segregation by species and antigen type. Temperature monitoring is integrated directly into the WMS, with automated alerts for any excursion.
II. Technology Differentiators – Built for Life‑Science Reliability
Ultra‑Cold Capability, Production‑Ready
While many vendors offer “cold storage,” KINGSHELVING delivers validated -25°C automated systems with tens of thousands of operating hours across food and pharmaceutical cold chains. Our -80°C biobanking solutions are now entering service, backed by the same engineering rigor and vertical integration that define our core ASRS platforms.
Serialization‑Native WMS
Our WMS is not a generic warehouse system retrofitted for pharma. Serialization, aggregation, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance are core architectural features—not afterthoughts. This native capability translates to faster validation, lower integration risk, and total traceability from receiving to shipping.
Modular, Scalable Architecture
Biomedicine is characterized by pipeline uncertainty. A blockbuster therapy can emerge from Phase I and require massive storage capacity within months. KINGSHELVING’s modular ASRS designs allow for phased investment: start with a single aisle and expand to multiple aisles as your portfolio grows, without interrupting ongoing operations.
Specialized Material Handling
From delicate vials to heavy drums of API, biomedicine demands a range of handling technologies. Our portfolio includes:
Gentle‑touch conveyor systems for glass vial pallets
ESD‑protected storage for electronics‑intensive medical devices
Stainless‑steel construct for cleanroom environments (ISO 5 and above)
Explosion‑proof configurations for ethanol‑based pharmaceutical manufacturing
III. Cross‑Segment Practice – Proven Across Biomedicine Verticals
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
From Henan Lingdang’s 7,724‑position hub to Jiangsu Bikang’s 5,280‑position facility, KINGSHELVING ASRS solutions support API and finished dose manufacturing at scale. Our systems handle raw materials, work‑in‑progress, and finished goods under strict GMP discipline, with full audit trails and temperature control.
Biologics & Vaccines
At Shanghai Institute of Biological Products, our cold‑chain ASRS safeguards the nation’s supply of plasma derivatives and viral vaccines. Batch‑level traceability and 2‑8°C integrity are maintained across thousands of pallets, ensuring product safety from manufacturing to distribution.
Pharmaceutical Distribution
Tianjin Rongliheng and other regional distributors rely on our curved‑aisle and multi‑temperature ASRS solutions to serve hospitals and pharmacies with next‑day accuracy. GDP compliance, expiry management, and rapid order turnaround are the cornerstones of these installations.
Biotechnology & Research
Shanghai Cell Biotech represents our entry into the advanced therapy logistics space. As cell and gene therapies move from clinical trials to commercial products, KINGSHELVING is engineering the automated storage infrastructure required to preserve these living therapies at ultra‑low temperatures with absolute traceability.
Veterinary Biologics
Sichuan Hengtong’s 5‑aisle, 1,044‑position system demonstrates our capability in the animal health sector—a demanding application requiring species segregation, cold chain integrity, and GMP compliance identical to human pharmaceuticals.
IV. Beyond Equipment – Total Project Execution for Biomedicine Clients
Validation‑Ready Delivery
KINGSHELVING does not simply ship equipment; we deliver documented, validated systems. Our validation packages include:
Design Qualification (DQ) documentation
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) reports
Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) protocols
Installation Qualification (IQ) / Operational Qualification (OQ) / Performance Qualification (PQ) templates
User training and SOP development support
Cleanroom Compatibility
For biomedicine clients operating in classified environments, we offer:
ISO 5–8 compatible hardware with smooth, cleanable surfaces
Stainless‑steel control enclosures (304/316L)
HEPA‑filtered positive‑pressure control cabinets
Pass‑through chamber integration for material transfer
Lifecycle Compliance Support
Regulations evolve; your system must evolve with them. KINGSHELVING provides:
Periodic validation status reviews
Software updates aligned with regulatory changes
Retrofit services for serialization and track‑and‑trace mandates
24/7 support for temperature‑critical alarm response
V. Your Mission, Our Commitment
Biomedicine is not just another industry vertical—it is a trust‑based ecosystem where patient outcomes depend on supply chain integrity. A recalled vaccine, a degraded biologic, a lost sample—these are not business losses; they are failures of public health.
KINGSHELVING engineers biomedicine automation with the same discipline, rigor, and uncompromising quality that you apply to your own research and manufacturing. We understand that our system’s performance is, in the eyes of regulators and patients, indistinguishable from your own quality system.
Whether it is 7,724 pallets of life‑saving generics in Henan, 2,640 cold‑chain positions safeguarding plasma derivatives in Shanghai, or 80 cryogenic vaults protecting cell therapies in a Shanghai biotech lab, our solutions are built for one purpose: to preserve the integrity of therapies and accelerate their delivery to those who need them.
We respect your science. We comply with your regulations. We protect your patients.
What we deliver is not a warehouse—it is therapeutic certainty.
