Reorganization of Emmi Schweiz AG's Ostermundigen site included functional expansion, automation of goods transport using an automated guided vehicle system (AGV) and needs-based modification of the warehouse management system for greater process flexibility and handling.
Movement of over 300 pallets between two warehouses, over a distance of 40 m (131 ft), for a period of twelve hours
Automated guided vehicle system (AGV) with two EAGLE ANT1 automated guided vehicles (AGVs)
EAGLE ANT1 AGV transports 25 pallets per hour, automatic movement of approx. 300 pallets over 12 hours, high savings potential for employees in this area
Integration of the Stoecklin logOS WMS software for optimized material and goods flow control of the fresh distribution center with outsourced deep-freeze logistics
Due to continued growth at the Emmi site in Ostermundigen, the decision was made to outsource frozen food logistics and convert the high-bay warehouse into a logistics hub or fresh food distribution center. In addition to technical building measures, the implementation required a complete redesign of the internal material flow and distribution logistics.
The fresh food distribution center and the outsourced frozen food logistics each work with their own warehouse management and material flow control. In order to achieve interface-optimized consistency and to control both in an integrated manner, Stoecklin has transferred the control sovereignty for all material flows to the Stoecklin logOS WMS software. This is operated at Emmi as a storage location management and material flow application as an independent level below the WMS of a market competitor.
At the same time, functional adjustments were made to the existing pallet conveyor technology. The transportation of goods between the two warehouses was automated: Around 300 pallets are moved between the two facilities every day over a distance of 40 m (131 ft) within 12 hours.
At the same time, two driverless EAGLE ANT 1 transport vehicles (AGVs) transport around 200 manually picked pallets into the warehouse.
The EAGLE ANT 1 navigates using environmental features such as walls and pillars. Two integrated safety laser scanners provide orientation and continuously monitor the route. In the event of mobile or stationary obstacles, the automated guided vehicle (AGV) stops or adapts its speed to the situation.
