Practices that have proved their worth in the automobile industry for years are now making their way into the spare parts storerooms and service centers: Hänel Rotomat carousels and Hänel Lean-Lifts

System redesign proves successful! 2 vertical carousels - Hänel Rotomats - and the Hänel control software have improved parts storage substantially:

75% more space Better overview of inventory Time spent at the distribution point slashed Improved cost structure

The situation Direct reception of cars, computer diagnostics and workplace redesign have already improved returns in the service center. In the storeroom and distribution point for spare parts, however, in many ways nothing decisive has happened since the introduction of microfilming- And yet, this is an area with huge cost savings and improved systems potential: Space can be saved In this example, a storeroom with a floor area of about 30 m2 was needed previously. With the Hänel Rotomat the same number of parts can be housed on about 6.6 m2. Time can be saved The required spare parts and hardware can be assembled in advance by means of pre-picking when the cars are received. Non-productive delay times are avoided at the output point. Personnel can be saved In our example one member of staff could be taken off storeroom duties and put into production, so improving cost efficiency. Parts management can be optimized The modern Hänel microprocessor control units can communicate with in-house data processing installations or be operated as an independent inventory management system. Awareness of the inventory situation is assured at all times, unexpected parts shortages are ruled out and in-process inventory can be reduced.

Quality of working conditions

The Hänel Rotomat eliminates bending and ladder climbing. The parts are brought to the right ergonomic height. This results in improved motivation, lower absentee rates and consequently better performance.

Adaptability

The layout and mechanics of the Rotomat can be adapted to individual requirement profiles. Bulky parts are accommodated on shelves with variable compartment divisions, small parts are stored in containers that also serve as transport bins.