Gebhardt Intralogistics Group is modernising the pallet conveyor system in the high-bay warehouse at Zschimmer & Schwarz´s headquarters in Lahnstein, Rhineland-Palatinate. As an international active family-owned company, the Zschimmer & Schwarz-Group develops and manufactures speciality chemicals and chemical additives for a wide range of industries and supplies customers worldwide.
The project focuses on modernising the intralogistics system: the existing conveyor system and seven pallet stacker cranes are being replaced across three levels. In addition, the conveyor system in two further areas is also being renewed. The aim is to implement the project in phases without disrupting ongoing operations or delivery capacity.
Gebhardt is relying on a carefully planned retrofit concept. Individual sections of the system are being modernised while operations continue, with existing interfaces and structural conditions being retained. In addition to mechanical upgrades, the project also includes the renewal of the control technology. A solution based on a programmable logic controller (PLC) will be directly connected to the existing SAP system, ensuring seamless integration into the IT landscape.
Through this modernisation, Zschimmer & Schwarz aims to permanently increase performance and system availability, secure the long-term supply of spare parts and optimise logistics processes for the reliable transport of various chemical raw materials. The project is designed to sustainably enhance the efficiency and reliability of intralogistics at the main site and lay the foundation for further growth.
Now in its third generation, Gebhardt‘s portfolio includes flexible, modular products as well as integrated concepts and turnkey solutions for warehouse automation and software applications. The company develops, manufactures and installs bespoke solutions for internal logistics in the retail & e-commerce, food & beverage, automotive, healthcare, contract logistics, fashion & consumer goods and industrial sectors.
