SCALPERS automates order picking with the help of SSI SCHAEFER and 26 RackBots
SSI SCHAEFER will improve Scalpers' order picking performance thanks to the implementation of 26 RackBots in the distribution center of the popular Sevillian fashion brand in Guillena. The project, which is being developed in two phases, will equip the warehouse with a total of 100,000 locations for cardboard boxes and two picking stations organized using the Put-Wall system and Pick to Light order preparation, with eight positions in each one, to offer a throughput of 250 boxes per hour, both incoming and outgoing.
Implementation in two phases
The first phase of the project, which went into operation in August 2024, involved the integration of 12 RackBots, which operate in 20.000 double-depth locations for 600 x 400 x 400 mm cartons, arranged in 10-meter-high racks.
In the second phase of the project, the warehouse will increase its capacity by a further 40.000 double-deep storage locations and will incorporate another 14 RackBots, which will enable it to replace more manual processes and to cope with the increase in logistics tasks resulting from the large increase in sales that the company, founded in 2007, is experiencing.
Advantages of the RackBots technology
RackBots combine the flexibility of an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) with the capabilities of an automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS). The shuttle vehicle is fitted with a crane equipped with a load handling device, enabling it to insert and extract containers, trays and boxes to and from conveyors, shelves, workstations and picking stations.
New solution for fast processes
The new solution from the SSI Mobile Robots product family is replacing an area of conventional pallet racking for overstock and storage of picking boxes with a new automated area, in which the preparation of orders for initials (items for the following season destined for the shops), repeats (repeat orders in the current season) and online commerce will be carried out in three work shifts. In addition to automated picking, the solution from SSI SCHAEFER offers higher storage density.
Javier Sangalo, Logistics Director at Scalpers, comments: “One of the great advantages of working with RackBots is the scalability of the system, which allows both the expansion of storage capacity and the incorporation of new vehicles. Automation increases the speed of order picking, makes up for the lack of skilled labour and minimises errors, which results in a higher quality of service and reduced costs.”
Another significant advantage is the ease of integration with the company's management software. Moreover, Scalpers relies on efficient new technologies such as RFID tunnels and automatic folded garment sorters.
As the automated warehouse solution is easily scalable, it offers many opportunities for future growth.
Project details:
Number of RackBots: 26
Number of locations: 100.000 locations for 600 x 400 x 400 mm cartons
Rack height: 10 meters
2 picking stations equipped with a Put-Wall and Pick to Light order picking, each with eight positions
Inbound via roller conveyor with transfer to the RackBot
Output:
250 boxes/hour input and output
Planned Go-live:
Go-live of first project phase in August 2024
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SSI SCHAEFER will improve Scalpers' order picking performance thanks to the implementation of 26 RackBots in the distribution center of the popular Sevillian fashion brand in Guillena. The project, which is being developed in two phases, will equip the warehouse with a total of 100,000 locations for cardboard boxes and two picking stations.