Automated Storage & Retrieval of Spare Vehicle Parts
A manufacturer of special transport and heavy payload trailers for trucks specializes in individual transport solutions across 42 different countries with warehouses in three locations. With the centralization of their product locations, the manufacturer needed to reorganize their intralogistics and introduce a more efficient working model while saving space in their facility. To accomplish this, six vertical lifts were installed for fast retrieval and delivery of spare parts for heavy payload vehicles and trucks, which not only achieved all of their goals, but also improved customer and employee satisfaction. Click here to learn more about how automated storage works.
Increased Productivity in Less Storage Space
The new central warehouse had to be able to store 17,000 items, which had to also be readily available for employees and customers when they were needed. Six vertical storage lifts with graduated height make optimal use of the space available, taking up only a fraction of the footprint that would otherwise be taken up by static racks. For fast delivery and retrieval of spare parts, the lifts are controlled by warehouse management software that manages and controls the units as well as putting and retrieval processes.
A service counter was installed behind the lifts so employees in the repair workshop can attend to customers’ needs. On the right-hand side, employees use the lifts to quickly retrieve the parts they need while customers are served on the left. Employees simply push a button to indicate which item they need, and it’s brought directly to them in no time at all.
After implementing the six vertical lifts into their putting, retrieval, and delivery process, the manufacturing facility has experienced an increase in productivity of 20%. Employees are happier that they can retrieve items much quicker, and customers are more satisfied with the fast service. Batch order picking is also more effective and efficient, with immediate retrieval of internal orders and retrieval of external orders within an hour. Click here to see how an oil and gas parts storage facility experienced similar benefits by installing vertical lifts.
Contact Us for Fast Retrieval & Delivery of Spare Parts
Southwest Solutions Group® provides design and installation services for vertical lifts to provide fast retrieval and delivery of spare parts for heavy payload vehicles and trucks as well as a variety of other unique automotive applications. We will also provide you with a free consultation to determine your exact needs and specifications before the design process begins. To learn more or to speak with a specialist, call us at 1-800-803-1083 or send us a message today.
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