Automated Material Handling (AMH) System for The Urbana Free Library (Illinois Public Library)

The Urbana Free Library is seeking an automated material handling (AMH) system to support a more efficient, streamlined circulation workflow. The system should be able to sort materials by format and destination, be RFID enabled, and have a modular design. The library has recently completed a partial renovation and has a proposed space for the AMH system. The library requires select staff to be trained for daily operations and troubleshooting, and IT staff to be trained for in-house IT tasks and maintenance. The library also requires ongoing support, including break-fix issues, updates, and maintenance. • The system should be able to sort materials by format and destination • The system should be RFID enabled • The system should have a modular design • The system should be able to transport all material types • The system should have multiple sorting confirmations/profiles • The system should work with the library's ILS (Polaris) • The system should have multiple bins/totes • The system should have patron and staff facing inductions • The system should have a hold process and be able to print hold slips • The system should have software features that allow for easy management and monitoring