Since pioneering shuttle storage technology in 2002, KNAPP has remained market leader, having delivered over 15,000 shuttles in over 200 systems worldwide. Through a revolutionary extension of the shuttle concept by its wholly owned subsidiary, YLOG Industry Solutions GmbH, KNAPP is widening the scope of applications for which this technology is suitable.

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Established in December 2013, YLOG Industry Solutions GmbH has already achieved considerable success in penetrating the manufacturing and assembly markets of Continental Europe with its YLOG-Shuttle system. Also suitable for handling low- or medium-throughput storage as part of a larger distribution operation, YLOG-Shuttles are quite literally revolutionary – swivelling wheels enable them to move both crosswise and lengthwise in a store by rotating.

UNIQUE DESIGN

With the unique wheel design and innovative power supply system allowing YLOG-Shuttles to move in either direction within the racking, they can reach every location in the store and also – through the addition of spurs – serve workstations directly. This capability makes the YLOGShuttle solution especially suitable for production or assembly applications, with the shuttles not only fulfilling the storage function but also providing an alternative to conveyor systems. With the YLOG-Shuttles travelling between levels in the store via lifts at the aisle ends, a single shuttle can automate an entire racking system. Modular design allows more shuttles, racking or lifts to be added to suit higher throughputs, making the solution scalable and therefore the ideal solution to grow with a business over time.

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COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTION

YLOG-Shuttles are available in three standard sizes and, with the racking easily fitted to the structure of an existing building, the system is easy to install and expand. By improving space utilisation, tailoring the number of shuttles to the throughput required and eliminating ‘shoe leather’ costs by serving workstations directly, the solution achieves an impressive cost/performance ratio, giving it a clear advantage over conventional stacker cranes or vertical carousels.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

In addition to clever design, the YLOGShuttles feature state-of-the-art battery technology. The solution combines two types of battery power – with one kind being charged rapidly during transit on the lift – to maximise operational running time.

EXCELLENT AVAILABILITY

With the YLOG-System capable of taking care of the entire storage and production logistics, technological complexity is reduced, allowing clients to concentrate on their value-generating processes. The system operates according to the ‘first-in, first-out’ principle, making lot tracking simple. Furthermore, since the YLOGShuttles can move to every part of the racking, the availability of each storage position is maintained even if a shuttle fails.

This redundancy not only raises productivity by eliminating unnecessary system downtime but also allows servicing work to be carried out during system operation.

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SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS

From its headquarters in Dobl, Austria – just 20 km from KNAPP’s headquarters in Graz – YLOG Industry Solutions is keen to expand the reach of its solutions into new markets, including the UK. Existing customers in Europe include the Austrian automotive parts manufacturer, MSG Mechatronic Systems, which recently ordered an extension to its YLOG-Shuttle system; Vienna-based SHT Haustechnik AG, a plumbing and sanitaryware wholesaler; and NOCH GmbH & Co. KG, the German model railway accessories specialist. In addition, YLOG-Shuttles will form part of the intralogistics solution being supplied to the Dutch company, Fagron – the global market leader in pharmaceutical compounding – which is expected to go live in the second quarter of 2016. Fagron’s new warehouse in the Belgian town of Nazareth, southwest of Ghent, will feature 10 YLOGShuttles as well as KNAPP’s proven Streamline conveyor system, its ergonomic Pick-it-Easy-Health fulfilment stations and a person-to-goods picking area.

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