STIHL Incorporated [view .PDF]
CHALLENGE
Pacific STIHL, the Visalia, California based branch of STIHL, Inc., was moving into a larger facility and required an efficient, cost effective solution for storage and conveying of finished goods. The system needed to provide value, easy maintenance, and ease of implementation.
SOLUTION
The PeakLogix engineering and project management team provided a turnkey solution including CAD drawings, project management, motorized roller conveyor, selective rack, and installation.
RESULTS
This project was completed on time and on budget and provides Pacific STIHL with a simple and efficient order processing system.
SPECS
- Racking to provide over 2,500 pallet positions, including a small parts shelf and carton flow area.
- 410’ of Motorized Roller Conveyor (MDR) across two independent conveyor lines converging at shipping stations. Conveyor utilizes accumulation logic to control product flow through 30” and 36” zones. Accumulation on incline and decline accomplished through zoned full width belt MDR.
- Integrated semi-automatic case sealer, weigh stations, and box strappers.
