Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 31.42
January 29, 2023
…can benefit from high-density storage and robotics, according to Westfalia Technologies Inc. The York, Pa.-based company cited the example of Sargento Foods Inc. that was anything but cheesy. There's a reason cheeseheads live in Wisconsin, a state with a long history in the cheese industry dating back to 1837. In fact, there were over 2,800 cheese factories in the northern border state by the 1920s, so it's no surprise that modern commercial cheeses originate there as well. Founded in 1953 in Plymouth, Wis., Sargento has grown into a powerhouse of cheese manufacturing. The company claimed that it successfully introduced America…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 26.76
January 30, 2017
…or materials handling equipment. Aaron Corcoran, account executive at Westfalia, and guest speaker Dave Williams, director of software and solution delivery at Westfalia, recently hosted a webinar titled “Considering Automation? Analyze how your warehouse can be transformed with automation.” This webinar discussed how to analyze your warehouse data and how automation technology can be a solution for growing companies with more SKUs. During the webinar, Corcoran explained how to optimize space and increase efficiency for continued growth. He also analyzed three main challenges that manufacturers are facing today and provided solutions. Challenge: Higher consumer demand for product more frequently with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 24.91
February 04, 2023
…to include in intelligent infrastructure. About the author Ian Todd is executive vice president of automated parking systems at Westfalia Technologies. He has more than 20 years of sales, marketing, product development, project management and business development experience. Todd holds a MS in engineering project management, along with a BE in naval architecture and small craft engineering. From Europe to the U.S., working with architects and developers has given him the knowledge and skills to deliver reliable results and exceed customer expectations. Todd's main focus at Westfalia includes assisting developers and architects with effectively solving parking problems, and implementing the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 14.54
January 30, 2017
…order for the company to add onto their warehouse. Westfalia’s AS/RS is designed for each specific business model, maximizing space for more storage. Systems can be designed to store single deep, double deep or up to 18 pallet loads deep. Don’t let the misconception that you need to have a specific size building or number of SKUs scare you away from automation. In fact, an AS/RS can be implemented into a variety of facility sizes helping large, medium and small companies create a more sustainable company. Potential AS/RS savings Typically in a warehouse, waste arises from damaged products and the…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 9.76
March 01, 2016
…high velocity,” says Staci Cretu, marketing communications manager at Westfalia Technologies. “In doing so, they are able to optimally store products, layers and cases, with and without pallets, and systematically pick them from the inventory to palletize and ship to customers.” By optimizing the picking process, food and beverage facilities will no longer need to accommodate an increase in inventory through new construction; rather, by retrofitting their existing warehouses with AS/RS, distributors can use their current space to its full potential and save thousands in construction costs. Of equal importance, AS/RS also allows food and beverage distributors to visualize their…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 5.22
February 05, 2019
…the WMS helps position an operation for future growth. Westfalia Technologies Booth: S1247 Mobile printer’s platform connects to apps for versatility The PW2NX 2-inch mobile printer features robust connectivity options and supports the supplier’s application-enabled, printing enterprise label printing platform that connects to smart apps for accessibility and expandability. To prevent downtime, the printer leverages a Cloud-based Internet of Things maintenance service to identify issues before they become critical. It can be used outdoors and inside, making it ideal for distribution centers and field deliveries. Features include a polycarbonate body for high shock resistance and impact absorption when dropped, and…
