Automated warehouse – heavy-duty stacker cranes, double pallet handling and pallet conveyor system – Bartels-Langness relies on Swisslog

🚚🔧 The logistics industry is changing: Swisslog at the top

The logistics industry is currently undergoing a remarkable transformation, led by Swisslog, a global leader in logistics automation. In the latest chapter of its innovation story, Swisslog has taken on a key role as lead integrator for German grocer Bartels-Langness (Bela)'s ambitious €13.9 million project.

🏭🚀 Automated high-bay warehouse for Bela: A technological stepping stone

This project not only marks an important turning point for Bela in the company's 130-year history, but also sets new standards for efficiency and technical finesse in food logistics. With the introduction of a state-of-the-art automated high-bay warehouse at the Neumünster location, the company is positioning itself for the future in order to meet the growing demands of the market.

🤖💼 Swisslog: Pioneer of technology at the forefront of innovation

Swisslog, known for its innovative pioneering work and solutions that are always at the forefront of technological development, is well positioned to make this groundbreaking endeavor a reality.

In the highly competitive food retail environment in Germany, the focus is on constantly optimizing delivery and storage logistics. An efficient logistics system is not only a decisive competitive advantage, but rather an essential necessity in order to meet the increasing demands for speed and efficiency. With the implementation of a modern automated high-bay warehouse, the Kiel-based food retailer Bartels-Langness (Bela) is ushering in a new era in its 130-year-old business activity.

📊 Strategic developments at Bela

Bela, an owner-managed company with deep roots and extensive expertise in food retail, wants to use automation to strengthen its competitive position. Expanding product availability and service improvements for superstrong own brands and affiliated retailers are two of the primary goals to be achieved with this project.

🔧 Technological implementation

The desired high-bay warehouse is not only projected as a mere expansion of existing capacities, but rather acts as a strategic investment in technological progress and the future security of the company. The 13.9 million euro project takes the form of a multifunctional heart of logistics at Bela in Neumünster, where more than 11,100 parking spaces will create a state-of-the-art warehouse infrastructure.

💼 Collaboration with Swisslog

The main integrator of this important project, the Swiss company Swisslog, is known for its innovative pioneering role in the field of logistics automation. With an impressive range of technologies and tailor-made software solutions, Swisslog will revolutionize Bela's internal processes. The technological highlights include three Vectura heavy-duty storage and retrieval machines, which will enable highly efficient warehouse management with an impressive working height of 33 meters. Furthermore, the ProMove pallet conveyor system ensures smooth and rapid transport of goods over a length of 228 meters.

✨ Innovative technology and software

The importance of using Vectura storage and retrieval machines can hardly be overestimated, as these innovative machines are capable of carrying out up to 200 pallet movements per hour. This level of throughput and energy efficiency sets standards in the industry. In addition, all movements in the high-bay warehouse are controlled by the advanced Swisslog SynQ software - an intelligent material flow control system that ensures seamless communication and coordination within the complex logistics processes.

🤝 Common goals and partnership

Christopher Herweg, Head of Sales at Swisslog Central Europe, underlines the importance of working with Bela by emphasizing the honor it means for Swisslog to be chosen to contribute its expertise in construction and software. Swisslog's many years of experience promise the successful realization of this historically significant automation project.

🛠️ Technical challenges and solutions

For Bela, the partnership with Swisslog significantly reduces risk, as it can rely on a main integrator who is responsible for all aspects of the project. The choice of Swisslog, supported by its passion and professionalism, was an important reason for Bela's managing director Volker Bluhm.

🚀 Future prospects and milestones

This partnership demonstrates how innovative thinking and a commitment to continuous improvement can lead to significant development steps even in established markets. Last but not least, it shows the importance of a reliable and experienced partner when it comes to turning complex technical projects into operational successes.

📆 Project start and completion

With the planned project start in November 2023 and the targeted completion in June 2025, the completion of the project symbolically represents a milestone, not only for Bela, but also for German food logistics. The future operation of the high-bay warehouse will set a new benchmark for efficiency, sustainability and technological integration, allowing Bela to offer its customers an even higher level of quality and service.

🌟 Innovative power and shaping the future

Such a project undoubtedly places high demands on everyone involved, but it is precisely this challenge that leads to groundbreaking solutions. With a seamless integration of the most innovative technologies and highly qualified specialists, the joint project between Bela and Swisslog is moving forward to actively and forward-looking shape the future of logistics in Germany.

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