Solar Module Manufacturing Operations with Advanced Storage and Automation Solutions - ASRS Crane
Summary
Craftsman’s Advanced Crane ASRS storage solution is engineered with 350% higher storage density with 99.9% inventory accuracy. This storage solution is engineered with speed, accuracy, and maximum space utilisation.
Challenges Faced
Although the solar module manufacturing industry faces industry bottlenecks that affect streamlined operations. Some of the challenges that they face are:
Space and Operational Challenges:
- Real Estate Scarcity: Limited floor space for storing goods with a smaller facility footprint.
- WIP Buffering: The Work in Progress (WIP) goods created congestion and made it difficult to move other goods with ease.
- Throughput velocity: Due to the congestion and excessive WIP goods, there was a lack of space and speed. Moving goods became challenging.
- Lead Time Pressure: Therefore, the delivery of final products caused a delay which impacted on customer satisfaction.
Product and Safety Challenges:
- Material Fragility: Some of the materials are fragile, and improper storage might cause partial/complete damage.
- Contamination Risk: With the lack of proper storage and space, the risk of the stored goods getting contaminated due to various agents is higher.
The Solution
- Maximised storage capacity and density
- High throughput
- Reduced lead time
- Smoother movement, storage and retrieval of goods
Craftsman’s Advanced Crane ASRS storage solution is engineered for speed, accuracy, and maximum space utilisation. This reduced operational bottlenecks and streamlined material handling, which helped in seamless storage and retrieval.
How does it benefit the customers?
Craftsman's Advanced Crane ASRS Solution offers reliable pallet throughput, safe and efficient pallet handling, optimum pallet selection, accurate inventory synchronisation with ERP systems, and a cost-effective solution for customers who are looking to optimise their warehouse for easy and rapid storage, movement and retrieval of goods.
Results
- 350% - Higher storage density
- 70% - Reduction in labour requirement
- Less than 0.01% - Product breakage rate
- 99.9% - Inventory accuracy
