Automated Material Handling in Mechanical Engineering

In the mechanical engineering industry, efficiency, flexibility and productivity are essential. Constantly changing market conditions and an ever-growing range of tools and components often challenge logistics managers.

Kardex provides scalable and flexible intralogistics solutions that ensure smooth material flow and accurate inventory management, optimizing overall supply chain efficiency. Our automated systems offer significant cost savings, reliable and low-maintenance operations, and enhanced safety features. Customizable to your needs, Kardex solutions are easy to operate and provide actionable analytics for streamlined operations and improved decision-making.

In the mechanical engineering industry, efficiency, flexibility, and productivity are essential. Kardex’s automated intralogistics solutions are designed to meet these demands, providing custom-built solutions that address specific industry challenges and enhance your operations. For instance, companies using Kardex systems have reported up to 92% floor space recovery.

By leveraging our advanced technologies, you can achieve significant improvements in your supply chain and assembly processes. 

1. Improved Material Flow and Productivity
   Kardex solutions like the Kardex Shuttle or the Kardex Miniload-in-a-Box automate the picking process, significantly speeding up assembly line operations and increasing overall productivity.
2. Ergonomics
   Enhance your mechanical engineering operations with Kardex’s ergonomic intralogistics solutions. All our storage systems deliver the goods directly to the operator at ergonomic heights, eliminating the need to search for the needed item or climb ladders. Our automated lifting devices prevent heavy lifting, while safety features minimize injury risks. Optimize your workplace with Kardex for a healthier, more productive team.
3. High Density Storage
   The Kardex Shuttle, for example, offers vertical storage capabilities, maximizing your storage space and reducing the footprint needed for inventory storage by up to 85%. Storing items at the available floor-to-ceiling height allows production facilities often to expand their operations without the need for physical expansions or relocations.
4. Cost savings
   Reduce labor costs and operational expenses with our advanced automated storage and retrieval systems. Enjoy significant savings by minimizing errors and downtime, while enhancing productivity and inventory management. Invest in Kardex for a cost-effective and streamlined operation.
5. Scalability & Flexibility 
   Easily adapt to changing business needs, such as growth or a more diverse product portfolio, with our advanced intralogistics systems. The Kardex Shuttle, for example, is an ideal solution for a changing product portfolio. It stores goods weighing up to 1000 kg and provides maximum storage capacity in a minimum footprint. 
   
6. Actionable Data and Analytics
   Utilize real-time data and analytics to make informed decisions. Kardex systems come equipped with software that provides comprehensive insights into inventory levels, usage patterns, and system performance, helping you optimize your operations and plan effectively.