Space-saving solution

In addition to accommodating some 70% of Konecranes’ existing parts inventory, utilisation of the Agilon materials management solution has the capability of providing a significant footprint gain.
 
Paul Nagy, general manager for Agilon, said: “Whilst Agilon has the capability of delivering many operational benefits, the fact that it utilises height is set to be one of its prime drivers. Indeed the situation within our own parts operation is a perfect example. Using a 22m x 6m, two-piece system with connecting tunnel that has a height of 5.6m has helped free up more than 30% additional floor space.”
 
Agilon is a patented, fully–automated and modular intelligent solution that is designed to deliver added value to the materials management process. This is achieved by the way in which components are managed, stored, picked and replenished, irrespective of end-use application.
 
The Agilon materials management solution consists of a net portal, user access point, a shelving system and one or several robots that travel within the system to pick parts and deliver them quickly and efficiently to one or more service points. The user interface shows the availability of parts or components, whilst also displaying an image of the specific part’s package that is needed.