Ocado Storage Bins Review: Specs and Uses of the Plastic and Metal Safety Grid Bins
Updated: 7 days ago
Ocado storage bins hold all inventory inside the Ocado grid and come in plastic and metal safety versions. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
Both bin types share the same footprint, so they can be mixed in one grid. Plastic bins weigh 4.4 kg, carry 30.6 kg including the bin and are designed for 10 years; galvanized steel safety bins weigh 5.7 kg, carry 29.3 kg and are designed for 20 years, with slightly more internal volume. Metal bins were tested by FM Global for fire risk, and the execution software keeps them arranged as firebreaks. Bins stack up to 21 high, can hold multiple SKUs and are individually traceable. No numeric fire rating is given.
Ocado Storage Bins at a Glance
Materials: Plastic or steel
Load: Up to 30.6 kg
Stacking: 21 high
Fire: FM Global-tested metal bins
Life: 10 to 20 years
Price: on request
Ocado Storage Bins Technical Specifications
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | Plastic bin | Metal safety bin |
Material | Polypropylene | Galvanized steel |
Internal size | 606 x 406 x 344 mm | 609 x 409 x 358 mm |
External size | 652 x 449 x 362 mm | 651 x 451 x 362 mm |
Bin weight | 4.4 kg | 5.7 kg |
Load incl. bin | 30.6 kg | 29.3 kg |
Design life | 10 years | 20 years |
Design and Build Quality
Identical outer footprint so plastic and metal bins can mix on one grid.
Software and Integration
Warehouse Execution Software
Places metal bins as firebreaks.
Traceability
Each bin tracked individually.
Ocado Storage Bins Applications and Use Cases
Grocery and Retail
General inventory.
Hazardous Goods
Metal safety bins.
Multi-SKU Storage
Several items per bin.
Ocado Storage Bins Price and Value
Ocado Intelligent Automation does not publish a price for the Ocado Storage Bins; 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
Two materials
Long design life
Fire risk mitigation
Traceable
Cons
No numeric fire rating
Ocado grid only
No published price
Who Should Buy the Ocado Storage Bins?
It fits Ocado grid operators planning bin mix and fire safety.
Ocado Storage Bins FAQ
How much does the Ocado Storage Bins cost?
Ocado Intelligent Automation does not publish a price for the Ocado Storage Bins; it is quoted on request.
What bins does Ocado offer?
Plastic and metal safety bins.
Can they be mixed?
Yes, they fit the same robot cavity.
How much can a bin hold?
30.6 kg (plastic) or 29.3 kg (metal) including the bin.
How high do they stack?
Up to 21 bins.
Are metal bins fire-tested?
Yes, by FM Global.
How long do they last?
10 years plastic, 20 years metal (design life).
Can a bin hold several SKUs?
Yes.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
