AR Racking Classroom at the University of the Basque Country
The AR Racking Classroom of Engineering at the Bilbao School of Engineering is designed to promote research and development in industrial storage systems, providing students with the opportunity to work on innovative and practical projects.
What is the AR Racking Classroom?
The AR Racking Classroom of Engineering is a joint initiative between AR Racking and the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), located at the School of Engineering in the heart of Bilbao, next to the San Mamés stadium.
This space is designed to promote research and development in the field of industrial storage systems, offering students and professionals the opportunity to work on innovative and practical projects.
As part of this collaboration with UPV/EHU, the AR Racking Classroom is dedicated to capturing and generating new knowledge through the completion of final degree projects, master’s theses, doctoral theses, and joint projects in the field of structural solutions, their modeling, and joint design.
Innovative solutions for global logistics
In the dynamic and competitive world of logistics, AR Racking stands out as a beacon of innovation and excellence. Our company is dedicated to designing, calculating, manufacturing, and installing industrial storage systems that not only meet current needs but also anticipate future challenges.
With a team of highly qualified engineers, AR Racking develops pioneering solutions that transform the way large global companies manage their logistics operations. From large distribution centres to sophisticated structures for automated systems, our solutions optimize space, improve efficiency, and ensure safety at every stage of the logistics process.
Innovation is at the heart of AR Racking, driven from our Technology Centre in the Technology Park of Euskadi in Zamudio/Derio. This centre is the core of research and development where our engineers create advanced storage solutions.
Additionally, this innovation ecosystem is complemented by our international offices and strategic agreements with various universities and external entities, strengthening our research and product validation capabilities.
AR Racking Classroom Projects
Here are some examples of projects that can be developed in the AR Racking Classroom:
Definition of Macro Elements for Complex Structure Analysis
This project aims to simplify the modeling of large logistical structures by creating macro elements to reduce the number of degrees of freedom. Equivalent systems will be developed at internal nodes to analyze the impact of reactions on these macro elements using the RFEM5 program.
Seismic Analysis in Pallet Shuttle Systems
Focused on the seismic design of SHUTTLE racks, this project aims to establish criteria based on EN 16681 and Eurocode standards. Models will be created to simulate the behavior of pallets on racks considering mass, friction, and other variables, using RFEM5.
Tray Calculation for MINILOAD Systems
This project focuses on optimizing trays for automated picking systems, developing models of different sections and lengths. Stresses and deformations in contact with load units will be analyzed using ABAQUS software.
Impact Analysis in Pallet Flow Racks
Analyzes the impact of load units on dynamic racks, developing bar models to study the effects of these forces on the structure. The goal is to evaluate how the impact affects overall behavior, using RFEM5.
Impact Analysis in Safety Back Stops
This project develops impact calculations for safety components that prevent load units from falling. Different speeds and weights will be analyzed to determine reactions in column elements and the components themselves, using ABAQUS.
Impact Analysis in Rack Protections
Focuses on the design and testing of protections for column elements, according to FEM 10.2.16 recommendations. The goal is to develop impact calculation models to evaluate the energy absorption capacity of different designs, using ABAQUS.
RFEM6-Python-Rhino-Grasshopper Interface Analysis
This project explores the parameterization of rack models by integrating RFEM6 with Rhino and Grasshopper. Conventional models will be developed, parameterized in geometry and loads, without specific programming.
Decarbonization of the Painting Process
A sustainability project that seeks to reduce the carbon footprint in the piece treatment process, currently based on natural gas. Alternatives such as electricity and hydrogen will be evaluated to maintain quality and cost, eliminating natural gas combustion.
Utilization of Residual Heat from Ovens
Also a sustainability project, this seeks to reuse residual heat from drying and polymerization ovens to heat water in other facilities. The goal is to reduce or eliminate the use of natural gas in water heating processes.
Are you interested in being part of the AR Racking Classroom?
Contact us and our team will inform you about the ongoing projects.