The new, ultra-modern and fully automated AutoStore spare parts warehouse for SIG filling machines, realised by Hörmann Logistik, was recently put into operation and now ensures efficient delivery to SIG customers.
The new AutoStore spare parts warehouse at the machine assembly site in Linnich, Germany, is a An integral part of global spare parts management the SIG.
As the range of food and beverage products continues to diversify, it is more important than ever for manufacturers to recognise the various Production facilities run smoothly, with maximum capacity utilisation and as far as possible without downtime.
With the new AutoStore warehouse, SIG is able to react as quickly and flexibly as possible to changing customer requirements and ensure even faster delivery of spare parts so that the production facilities always run efficiently. Perfect, seamless service ensures continuous and optimum performance of the SIG filling systems, maximum technical availability and customised maintenance.
Effective 24-hour operation thanks to robots
The new warehouse is based on a modular system in which Stackable crate containers from robots loaded, stored and unloaded - guided by a Routing software. The system includes the putaway, warehousing and picking processes for all containerised articles. The storage and retrieval processes take place vertically.
This closed system prevents unintentional material removal and ensures effective 24-hour operation. With a consumption of just 0.1 kW/h, the robots are extremely energy-efficient and save more than 90 per cent energy compared to more conventional solutions.
„With the new, fully automated storage system, SIG is well positioned for the future and is able to deliver spare parts quickly and efficiently. We have significantly reduced picking times compared to our previous system and can fulfil even the smallest customer order at short notice.“
Franz-Josef Mines, Global Assembly & SCM Director at SIG
SIG is a leading systems and solutions provider for aseptic packaging. The company works in partnership with its customers to bring food and beverages to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable and affordable way. SIG's technology and drive to innovate enables it to offer customers end-to-end solutions for differentiated products, smarter factories and connected packaging. SIG was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland. [/infotext]
Source: SIG
