Efficiency Gains with Industore
Pneumatics Group, a leading supplier of industrial and flow power equipment, operates a large warehouse in the Bluebell area of Dublin, where they stock over 18,000 products. The company has long committed to maintaining a well-organised and efficient warehouse, ensuring optimal customer service, and streamlined operations. Martin O’Reilly, the General Manager and Director at Pneumatics Group, recognised the need for further efficiency enhancing measures, which led them to Industore Limited.
Despite having a tidy and organised warehouse, Pneumatics faced challenges with space utilisation and the efficiency of their picking and packing processes. The traditional racking and shelving systems were not meeting the company’s needs for speed and accuracy in order fulfilment, particularly as they were seeking further expansion. Management sought a more advanced solution that would not only save space, but improve the overall workflow in the warehouse.
After thorough market research and discussions with a range of AS/RS (automated storage and retrieval systems) providers, Pneumatics named Industore as their preferred supplier – and specified two Lean-Lifts at more than seven meters tall, to meet the facility height. The two units are designed to work in tandem, enhancing efficiency by allowing one machine to prepare the next pick while the other is being accessed. This continuous process drastically reduces picking times and increases overall productivity.
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The Lean-Lifts are equipped with an optimisation feature that ensures the most efficient use of space by storing stock densely and keeping popular items closest to the access points. The system learns picking habits, further streamlining the process by grouping commonly picked items together. Smart integration allows for updates to stock levels upon the generation of picking lists, preventing over or under ordering and ensuring accurate inventory management.
The implementation of Industore’s Lean-Lifts has led to several notable benefits for Pneumatics Group:
- Increased Efficiency: The dual lift system allows for simultaneous picking and loading, significantly speeding up the picking process compared to traditional shelving.
- Optimised Space: Intelligent optimisation makes the most of super dense storage, and provides easy access to frequently picked items, maximising further the use of available space.
- Enhanced Accuracy: Integration with the company’s Sage system ensures precise inventory tracking and order fulfilment, reducing the risk of errors – bolstered by pick-to-light accuracy, ensuring the right product is picked, every time.
Since the installation, Pneumatics Group has only reached out to Industore on one occasion, requesting additional training for new staff – Industore’s responsive customer service team provided immediate assistance. The capability for remote diagnostics by Industore means that in the very unlikely event of any breakdowns or other issues, our expert staff can identify and address matters swiftly, minimising downtime and ensuring smooth operations. Added reassurance is offered to Pneumatics thanks to Industore’s broad and established presence in Ireland, and across the UK – knowing that there is never more than a few miles between them, and a qualified, experienced Lean-Lift expert.
Pneumatics Group’s experience with Industore’s Lean-Lifts highlights the significant impact of advanced storage solutions on warehouse efficiency and productivity. The integration of intelligent, automated systems has transformed their operations, enabling them to meet the demands of their customers more effectively. Industore’s commitment to customer support and their robust presence in Ireland have further reinforced Pneumatics Group’s confidence in their decision, making the Lean-Lifts a valuable asset to their business.
