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Convenience Store Automated Distribution System

SAS's new Indianapolis facility required 1.5 miles of conveyor, 2 three-level pick modules, 1,600 square feet of returns processing, and over 25,000 square feet in refrigerator and freezer space. Bastian's team also created a custom-designed cigarette sortation area, a simulation study and installed a pick to light system.

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Business Objectives

Process/deliver error-free orders within 24 hours of receipt
Reduce transportation costs, be closer to customer
Synchronization of cooler, freezer, and ambient order line items

Key Technologies

Over 6,000 installed pick to light devices
Automated in-line cigarette case sorter
Two 3-level pick modules
1.5 miles of conveyor throughout facility
High speed shoe sorter at 400 feet per minute
Exacta warehouse control system
Interface to Manhattan Associates warehouse management system

Results

Synchronized 20 minute order waves
High throughput, robust material handling system
Improved order accuracy for retail store deliveries
System increased service levels due to more efficient handling logistics

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