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janvier 29, 2021
Storage and retrieval machinesModula S.p.A. introduces new storage solutions designed to maintain the cold chain and operate in controlled environments.
The three solutions developed by Modula are:
• Modula Climate Control: Controlled temperature and humidity storage systems
• Modula Clean Room: Storage systems for clean rooms
• Modula Dry: Low humidity (dry room) storage systems.
Today, companies in all sectors need to invest in logistics, a fundamental driver which is often a critical success factor. It is well known that a warehouse is not merely a storage place but a real backbone of the supply chain, a catalyst of added value which, if well managed, can provide benefits to the entire chain, both upstream and downstream.
Those who work in sectors such as the pharmaceutical, food, chemical or electronics sector look for automated solutions that facilitate access to SKU codes while meeting the need to access a high number of items on the one hand and to make the most of the available space on the other. In addition, the regulations in these sectors are often stringent and specific equipment and structures are required for the storage of certain goods.
These were the needs that prompted Modula to develop its new storage solutions. Let's take a look at them in detail:
Designed for storing materials in environments subject to variations in temperature, where the accurate control of storage conditions is therefore necessary in order to prevent the interruption of the cold chain or deterioration of the stored materials. Some of the sectors in which this need is critical are the electronic, chemical, pharmaceutical, plastic and food sectors. Whether we are talking about manufacturing or distribution industries, safety is a top priority in warehouse design, and it is essential for products and/or components to be kept under strict control and constantly tracked.
Thus, Modula Lift was engineered to guarantee an efficient storage environment with controlled temperature and humidity conditions. Modula CC offers an operating temperature range from +2°C to +25°C (±1°C), with a maximum humidity of 50%.
Modula Clean Room
Most semiconductor manufacturers, hospitals, and chemical, electronics and pharmaceutical companies need storage systems capable of operating inside clean rooms while ensuring that the class of the room itself is not affected and preventing contamination of the stored materials.
Whether the materials are sterile instruments for operating rooms or dust sensitive components for semiconductor manufacturing, Modula Clean Room solutions offer conditions that comply with ISO 14644 standards and meet class 7 and 8 requirements.
To keep the quantity of particles in the air as low as possible, it was necessary to work on two main aspects: limit the production of dust by the storage system during operation as well as the deposit of any dust existing in the clean room on the surface of the storage system.
Modula Dry
Just as there are materials sensitive to temperature and dust, there are also materials that suffer from the presence of humidity: thus, for the storage of these materials it is necessary to ensure that the relative humidity present in the environment is below a certain value.
The electronics, automotive and semiconductor industries are some typical examples of sectors in which these specific solutions are widespread. From a technical standpoint, solutions similar to those for temperature control are adopted when it comes to guaranteeing a relative humidity below 5%.
“These three different highly technological products expand our range and represent an efficient and cutting-edge solution in terms of storage under controlled conditions. Our goal is to respond to the demand of rapidly evolving sectors and guarantee our customers maximum flexibility thanks to scalable and modular systems" explains Managing Director Massimiliano Gigli.
novembre 16, 2020
Storage and retrieval machinesThe Modula Horizontal Carousel draws on the thirty years of experience gained in the American market and was developed according to the most modern safety, ergonomic, efficiency and productivity standards, making it the ideal choice for companies of any size or sector.
Following the “goods to man” principle, the Modula Horizontal Carousel facilitates considerable time savings: the bins rotate horizontally on a steel track and are delivered to the operator in the picking station, thus saving a significant amount of time compared to traditional manual picking methods and achieving considerable performance levels of up to 550 picks/hour.
Modula HC is not just about enhanced productivity but also significant space savings: with the Modula Horizontal Carousel it is possible to optimize the footprint in the warehouse as the products are organized and stored in a compact and high-density storage system.
When combined with WMS software and visual picking aids, which enable operators to quickly identify the products to be picked, the Modula Horizontal Carousel significantly reduces errors in order preparation, increasing accuracy up to over 99%.
Maximum attention to safety. Thanks to the use of automatic doors equipped with presence sensors, and the perimeter fence, Modula Horizontal Carousels guarantee the highest safety standards for operators and stored materials.
Offering great flexibility with regards to both different possible configurations (2, 3 or 4 pods), and its installation adaptability, the Modula Horizontal Carousel is suitable for different environments, whether with particular layouts, architectural obstacles or low ceilings, where vertical solutions are not feasible.
Finally, the operation of a Modula Horizontal Carousel is extremely straightforward and intuitive thanks to a simple graphic interface that provides operators with real-time information about the status of the machine and the stock situation.
“The increase in storage capacity, and scalability within the Supply Chain are increasingly important factors for any company and something Modula has been paying attention to for over 30 years. Today, with the launch of the new Modula Horizontal Carousel, we are expanding our range of products by offering not only vertical solutions but also horizontal solutions that enable us to provide an effective, fast and high-performance response to the increasingly stringent needs of a market that has never been so competitive” commented Massimiliano Gigli, Market Operations Director at Modula S.p.A., on the launch of the new Modula Horizontal Carousel.
mars 13, 2020
Storage and retrieval machinesseptembre 04, 2019
Storage and retrieval machines
Modula Slim is the ideal VLM for companies that don’t have much space available but don’t want to lose out on the advantages of lift solutions.
Modula Slim can store all types of products: loose items, containers (boxes and trays), small parts, spare parts, reels, bottles.
The best of the lift technology in just 3 m2 of floor space and 1,6 m depth!
• Recover floor space, and maximises the storage density
• Reduces errors by guiding the operator through his activities
• Makes the material accessible, quickly and in an ergonomic position for the operators
• Allows you to monitor the inventory in the warehouse
• Easily integrates into the production flow, communicating with all ERP systems
• Thanks to the dynamic management of load heights, the VLM calculates the best location for the trays and minimizes the space between them
• There are no issues with an imbalanced load, unlike carousel systems.
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With the Modula WMS software all items are tracked. The WMS guides the loading and unloading operations, allowing fast, accurate order fulfillment.
Modula Slim has a very low energy consumption: less than 1.2 kW / h. You can choose to supply the warehouse with three-phase (400 V) or single-phase (230 V). This makes it the correct choice for commercial buildings and offices. In addition, thanks to the Eagle toothed belt drive system, Modula Slim is super quiet and maintenance is limited.
Modula Slim has a preassembled base that allows easy handling and quick installation. This means that the warehouse is ready for use in just 48 hours!
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