Ocado Induct Workstation Review: Specs and Uses of the Grid Stock Induction Station
Updated: 7 days ago
The Ocado Induct workstation is where incoming stock is decanted into bins and loaded into the Ocado grid. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
Induct presents about 400 bins per hour, averaging under 9 seconds per bin, with uptime above 99%. A touchscreen and hand scanner guide operators, volumetric guidance helps fill bins efficiently, and health monitoring raises faults early. It supports plastic, metal-lined and metal safety bins for flammables, and two-chute models dispense the right bin type automatically. Unlike pick stations, it runs from -20 to +45 °C for ambient, chilled and frozen zones. The listed model measures 3.2 x 1.5 x 5.4 m and weighs 611 kg.
Ocado Induct Workstation at a Glance
Throughput: 400 bins/h
Bin time: Under 9 s
Temperature: -20 to +45 °C
Weight: 611 kg
Power: 2.91 kW
Price: on request
Ocado Induct Workstation Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | Ocado Induct Workstation |
Manufacturer | Ocado Group |
Throughput | About 400 bins/h |
Bin presentation | Under 9 s average |
Uptime | Above 99% |
Dimensions (listed model) | 3.2 x 1.5 x 5.4 m |
Weight | 611 kg |
Power | 2.91 kW, 400 to 480 V 3-phase |
Operating temperature | -20 to +45 °C |
Bins | Plastic, metal-lined, metal safety |
Certifications | CE, NRTL, seismic compliant |
Design and Build Quality
Touchscreen, hand scanner, over-height sensor and grid chutes, with an optional trash conveyor.
Software and Integration
Inbound Intelligence
Health monitoring, bin tracking and volumetric guidance.
Warehouse Execution Software
Directs bins to and from the grid.
Ocado Induct Workstation Applications and Use Cases
Stock Induction
Decanting into grid bins.
Frozen Zones
Operation down to -20 °C.
Hazardous Goods
Metal safety bins for flammables.
Ocado Induct Workstation Price and Value
Ocado Intelligent Automation does not publish a price for the Ocado Induct Workstation; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Ocado Company Profile: History, Structure, Financials, Technology and Stock.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Works in frozen zones
Multi-bin support
High uptime
Guided interface
Cons
Tall 5.4 m model
Requires Ocado grid
No published price
Who Should Buy the Ocado Induct Workstation?
It fits Ocado grid sites inducting mixed stock across temperature zones.
Ocado Induct Workstation FAQ
How much does the Ocado Induct Workstation cost?
Ocado Intelligent Automation does not publish a price for the Ocado Induct Workstation; it is quoted on request.
What is the Ocado Induct workstation?
A station for loading stock into the Ocado grid.
How many bins per hour?
About 400.
How fast is each bin?
Under 9 seconds on average.
Can it run in frozen areas?
Yes, from -20 to +45 °C.
Which bins are supported?
Plastic, metal-lined plastic and metal safety bins.
How much power does it use?
2.91 kW.
What is the uptime?
Above 99%.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
