A material storage and delivery system includes an individual container
storage and delivery system (ICSDS). A palletizer is provided for placing
containers from the ICSDS on a pallet. A layer storage and delivery
system (LSDS) places full layers of containers on a pallet. A robotic
container delivery system (RCDS) places individual containers on a
pallet. A conveyor system conveys containers and pallets between at least
two of the ICSDS, the palletizer, the LSDS and the RCDS. A method for
storing and delivering containers is also disclosed.