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WMS Helps Distribution of Cooking Utensils

Posted on by David Priestman

BRA Isogona, a leading manufacturer and marketer of cookware and tableware, has shown consistent year-over-year growth while coordinating its logistics operations with Mecalux’sEasy WMS warehouse management system.

The manufacturer behind the BRA, Monix and Pinti brands exports millions of frying pans, pots, grill pans, saucepans and utensils such as cutlery to over 45 countries from its facility in Valls (Spain). Warehouse operations are efficiently powered by the software it has relied on for over a decade.

“We’re continuing to grow, and we need a software solution that helps us meet our clients’ high expectations,” says Josep Anton Requena, Logistics Manager at BRA Isogona. The company chose Easy WMS due to its reliability in inventory control and location management. The system batches orders — comprising one or more items from a catalogue of 5,000 SKUs — so warehouse operators can fill large volumes at a time. These orders are then shipped to major retailers or sent out to fulfil online purchases.

One of BRA Isogona’s top priorities is adapting to the specific requirements of the businesses that sell its kitchenware and utensils. With a dedicated Easy WMS sub-module, the software provides operators with information on each recipient’s specific packing and shipping requirements. Additionally, the software’s ‘Slotting for WMS’ module enables BRA Isogona to reorganise product locations based on turnover or characteristics. This optimisation helps the company make the most of its facility’s 25,000-pallet capacity.

Kitchens worldwide

At BRA Isogona, excellence is driven by innovation, design and advanced technology. As its product catalogue evolves to bring cutting-edge solutions into customers’ kitchens, the company sees Mecalux solutions as key to its ongoing success. “It’s essential to be equipped with a software system we can count on, and Easy WMS gives us the inventory control and agility we need,” says Requena.

BRA Isogona is a leading manufacturer and marketer of kitchenware and tableware made from 18/10 stainless steel and aluminium. Sharing its passion for cooking with customers has made it the top-selling cookware company in Spain. With over half a century of experience, the business continues to refine its products while driving innovation and sustainability.

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Slash Downtime by Tackling Recurring Issues in Real-time

Posted on by David Priestman

Ziegler, a multimodal logistics provider, has taken a major step forward in digitalising and streamlining its warehouse operations through the deployment of DexoryView from Dexory, a leading robotics and data intelligence company. Following a recent implementation, Ziegler has already seen improvements in stock accuracy, process enforcement and operational efficiency at one of its key UK sites that comprises a complex layout and over 55,000 pallet locations.

Faced with the challenge of high stock throughput and a vast storage area, Ziegler realised that it needed to improve the visibility and integrity of its warehouse data. Operating in an industry where even a minor scanning error can have a significant impact, Ziegler wanted to reduce time spent on manual cycle counting, ensure it was able to eliminate stock loss and improve real-time visibility on the state of its key UK warehouse. After exploring options including automated shuttle racking and drone-based solutions, the company turned to DexoryView. The solution combines state-of-the-art robotics technologies and AI-powered digital twin platform to provide real-time intelligence of the health and integrity of the entire warehouse.

“We recognised that even a 1% miss-scan rate could create major issues, from stock rotation delays to customer service impacts,” says Ignas Saknaitis, Divisional General Manager for Logistics at Ziegler. “Our big turning point came after a full stock take took four days and a full weekend of working, with stock anomalies requiring weeks of investigation. With DexoryView, we can now identify and resolve issues in real time before they escalate.”

Real-time data intelligence platform detects inefficiencies and enhances goods movement accuracy

Ziegler has seen a number of benefits in just a month since going live with the solution. It has been able to locate missing pallets, identify mispicks earlier and has been able to address operational pain points such as incorrectly labelled pallets and misplaced inventory, without costly warehouse shutdowns. One of the core benefits of DexoryView has been that Ziegler is now able to pinpoint recurring errors and target root causes of these issues, making the operations more efficient and seamless.

Due to these benefits, Ziegler is seeing a cultural shift in how it approaches inventory control, which the company sees leading to better operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Slash Downtime

“In busy warehouse environments there is no room for guesswork and outdated data can lead to deliveries being returned and ultimately impact customer satisfaction,” says Oana Jinga, Chief Commercial and Product Officer and Co-Founder at Dexory. “We are working together with Ziegler to replace guesswork with insight and are allowing the business to find root causes to issues that in turn will help their business become more efficient.”

DexoryView Partnership

Ziegler is already looking into the future with DexoryView. It is planning on using the new optimisation functionalities to optimise warehouse layouts based on movement trends. It is also aiming to provide its customers with live access to inventory data for additional peace of mind. There are also plans to expand the rollout of the technology to other Ziegler sites after ROI review from the first deployment.

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New Era of Warehouse Intelligence

 

New Vertical Automated Warehouse Products

Posted on by David Priestman

Modula, a leading company in the field of vertical automated warehouses, ideal for saving time, space, and reducing picking errors, introduces two new products with lift features but new applications.

The first is Modula Pallet, groundbreaking automatic vertical solution, revolutionizing the way businesses handle 1200×800 mm pallets. Designed to operate seamlessly without the need for traditional forklifts, this innovative system streamlines warehouse operations and enhances efficiency.

The key feature of Modula Pallet is its ability to handle pallets directly from the ground, eliminating the reliance on forklifts for elevation. The load is smoothly transported on the ground and then efficiently loaded into the warehouse responsible for the lifting process. This not only ensures a more straightforward workflow but also relieves operators from the challenges associated with handling materials at heights.

Moreover, Modula Pallet enables the strategic storage of pallets at elevated positions while ensuring convenient ground-level delivery. The use of a pallet jack or manual forklift suffices for internal warehouse movements, simplifying the overall logistics process. This makes it the optimal solution for businesses dealing with a moderate number of pallets, ranging from a few tens to a few hundred, aiming to maximize warehouse organization by capitalizing on vertical storage space.

A notable feature of Modula Pallet is its facilitation of piece picking, allowing operators to access individual items directly through the picking window without the need to move the entire pallet. This represents a significant innovation, enhancing speed, precision, and ergonomic considerations in the picking process.

In the ever-evolving landscape of warehouse automation, Modula also developed Modula Next emerges as a game-changer, not just as a conventional lift system, but as a versatile vending machine catering to diverse industry needs.

Modula Next (pictured below) operates like a lift but thinks like a vending machine. Thanks to a system of movable windows, managed by dedicated software, only the compartment where the operation needs to be performed becomes available to the picking operator.

This has two advantages:
1. the operator cannot make a mistake in retrieval even among similar items,
2. every movement is tracked, and it is known exactly who took what and when, with no margin for error.

One innovative application of Modula Next is its capability to function as a vending machine, facilitating the one-to-one distribution of personal protective equipment or personal effects. This feature makes it an invaluable asset for companies keen on optimizing the management of individualized items.

Consider the scenario of companies supplying parts or components to other businesses. By strategically placing a fully stocked Modula Next unit at the client’s facility, the client can efficiently retrieve spare parts or components only when necessary and in the required quantities. This approach brings numerous advantages, including the elimination of time wasted on excess inventory, meticulous inventory control, and the ability to trace every withdrawal. Most notably, for the supplying company, it becomes a guarantee that the client exclusively purchases its products, eliminating the need to explore alternatives from competitors.

The utilization of Modula Next in this manner represents a paradigm shift in inventory management, providing businesses with a level of precision and efficiency that was previously hard to achieve. As industries continue to seek innovative solutions for their logistical challenges, Modula stands out as a reliable and adaptable tool, reshaping the way companies approach inventory distribution and ensuring a seamless and streamlined process for clients and suppliers alike.

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