Maximizing Distribution Center Efficiency: Decades of Controls Expertise

Elevate Your Operations with Our Industrial Process and Controls Engineers. 

Whether you're embarking on a new project or contemplating a comprehensive transformation of your distribution center operations, our seasoned team of industrial process and controls engineers is your steadfast partner. With decades of expertise, we specialize in optimizing flow control, strategically placing scanners, ensuring scalability and flexibility, while, driving cost-savings.  

Request a Quote for Tailored Solutions or corrections to problematic processes.

Our Capabilities and Benefits Include: 

Exceptional Controls Engineering Expertise:

  • PLC programming for seamless automation.
  • Field device installation and integration expertise.
  • Remote troubleshooting and support, ensuring minimal downtime.

Technical Evaluation of Existing/Proposed Designs:

  • In-depth assessment of field device functionality.
  • Simulation and analysis of flow control and scanner function.
  • Thorough evaluation to ensure your system works as specified.

State of the Art Performance and Visibility:

  • Real-time performance assessment for reliability and maintainability.
  • Programmable condition alerts and real-time dashboard visibility.
  • Electrical and field device installation, including motor controls, scanners, and sensors.

System Integration and Controls Expertise:

  • Integration of PLC with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and middleware.
  • User-centric design, considering industry best practices and unique operational contexts.
  • Rigorous testing, excellent documentation, and troubleshooting guides for seamless integration.

A Few Case Summaries: Transformative Solutions for Efficiency and Cost-Savings

$2M Shipping Buffer Control for Product Mix Balancing:

  • Integration of handheld scanner-based pedigree capture across 645 data capture stations.
  • In-line weigh scale integration for out-of-tolerance detection and diversion.
  • Implementation of robotic inserter/extractors for eight double-stacked horizontal carousels.

$3M Distribution Center Modernization - Electrical and Controls:

  • Technical evaluation leading to the implementation of a new conveyor layout.
  • Electrical installation including 24-volt to 460-volt wiring for field devices to control cabinets.
  • Design and buildout of multiple control cabinets, laser and camera scanner specification, and PLC programming.

$700K Consolidation of Multiple Navy Parts Depots on Eastern Seaboard:

  • Carousel Pod Sort Module implementation with scan/divert controls across three pods and nine carousels.
  • Tote staging zone control before elevating workstations.
  • Robust control system engineering with complete and redundant safety and restart systems.

Partner with Us for Unparalleled Expertise

Our commitment to excellence shines through in every project. We invite distribution center managers to leverage our decades of controls expertise for transformative solutions, driving efficiency, and unlocking substantial cost-savings. Request a quote today and elevate your operations to new heights.

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