Warehouse planning and logistics consulting Customized logistic solutions for your warehouse Warehouse Management by E+P The internationally leading experts in warehouse logistics
Warehouse planning and logistics consulting
Customized logistic solutions for your warehouse
Warehouse Management by E+P
The internationally leading experts in warehouse logistics
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Ehrhardt + Partner – Leading international Experts in Warehouse Logistics
Founded in 1987 as a family company, Ehrhardt + Partner is now an internationally active group of companies with more than 140 employees in four locations. Engineering teams with practi-cal experience from the areas of logistics and software engineering continually develop new solutions in warehouse logistics for the challenges of the future. Company group solutions are successfully employed on five different continents. EPS – Ehrhardt + Partner Solutions incorporated in Dubai on September 2006 is the main representative of the E+P Group in the Middle East, Africa and East Region.
The E+P Group product range incorporates
• LFS 400 warehouse management system
• Pick-by-Voice
• Radio Frueqency
• RFID
• Material Flow Com puters
• Video documentation
• Individual customer specific solutions.
In addi tion to warehouse modernisations, warehouse
seminars, warehouse planning and consulting, E+P not
only takes charge of complex warehouse projects as a
main contractor, but also on request from customers,
E+P also runs a comprehensive Repair and Support
Centre.
Throughout the world, customers appreciate:
• the efficient logistic advice
• the extensive expert knowledge of warehouse logistics
• professional project management
• short project turnaround times
• on-time commissioning
• reliable support offered by the E+P Group.
Data. Facts. Figures.
The success of the Ehrhardt + Partner Group and
their high-quality warehouse solutions is depicted in the following figures:
Implemented warehouse sites: more than 600
Number of employees working with LFS 400 every day: between 35,000 and 40,000
Number of language versions of the system: more than 14
Number of worldwide picks per day realised with LFS 400: between 30 and 35 millions
The power of innovation – since 1987
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Warehouse planning and consulting Customized logistic solutions for your warehouse
Warehouse planning and logistics con - sulting with a fast Return on Investment
Warehouses play a decisive role for the success of
a company. At the same time, they are an important
and complex investment decision, as the costs for
the construction and operation of a warehouse rep-
resent up to 25 per cent of the total of logistic costs.
The efficient warehouse planning of the E+P group
and the complex project realisation significantly
contribute to cost savings and a fast Return on your
Investment.
The E+P group
• Puts main emphasis on the economic benefits for the customer
• Offers a neutral perspective and manufacturer-inde-pendent consulting services
• Has an overview of the most current efficient solu-tions and technologies available in the market
• As a family-owned and operated enterprise, gua-rantees quick decisions, reliable support and a high adherence to schedules
• Can simulate all customer-specific processes and target concepts within its own logistics technology centre and derive the perfect solution for each ware-house in advance
• Arranges for an integration of the single sub-con-tractors on a technical and logistic level.
The Ehrhardt + Partner group provides comprehensive
know-how and practical experience in all domains of
warehouse logistics.
Apart from strategic warehouse planning and the con-
structional project planning, the range of performances
also includes structure and project planning, project
management and realisation, the responsible integration
of the IT and warehouse technology as well as the train-
ing of the warehouse staff.
Prior to an actual warehouse planning the E+P group
offers a detailed location analysis for the determina-
tion and selection of optimal warehouse locations. In
determining potential strategic warehouse locations, the
analysis considers criteria such as:
• Development scenarios of the region
• Regional (logistic) infrastructure
• Real estate market
• Labor market
• Transportations costs
• Regulations
• Safety and Security.
Finding the exact location for the warehouse grants the
most economical decision and optimizes in particular
the relationship of construction costs and costs of
transportation.
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The Ehrhardt + Partner group posses over 20 years of experience and logistic know-how from more than 600 realised warehouse sites of the most different industries. This knowledge in all its depth guarantees independent and neutral advice in warehouse planning, modernisation and logistics consulting.
Strategic planning Progressive success
As a general contractor, we offer the above project steps from one source or as single units. We would
be pleased to invite you to for an individual conversation.
No matter if it concerns planning your new central ware-
house, centralising your local warehouses or optimising
logistic processes – the Ehrhardt + Partner group always
has top priority in all phases of your project for ware-
house logistics consulting.
Our range of performances in the domains of warehouse
planning and logistics consulting includes
• Planning of new central warehouse
• Realising warehouse projects as a general contrac-tor
• Modernising, optimising and reorganising logistic processes of existing warehouses
• Detailed process shaping
• Project consulting support throughout all project phases
• Industry-spanning benchmarking of your logistic processes
• Feasibility studies of new warehouse strategies and technologies (e.g. RFID integration in the warehouse)
• Integration of the latest technologies for modern lo-gistic centres
• Development of innovating logistic concepts and so-lutions
• Benchmarking and efficiency studies of manual and automated warehouses.
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Efficient planning is the basis for any successful logistics project. Independent consulting plays a decisive role in warehouse planning. This is especially important for the concept phase, in which a cost-optimised and flexible solution is essential.
Warehouse planning and logistics consulting Project steps for successful warehouse logistics
The E+P group knows the numerous application and
usage options of all approved and new technologies.
Consulting is then realised manufacturer-independent
and neutral emphasis on the most viable economic solu-
tion. For the customer, this means the highest transpar-
ency possible for the single system components – like
hardware, software or logistic components. If desired,
E+P is responsible for the integration of the single sub-
contractors on the technical and logistic level.
Our experienced project teams with skilled architects,
warehouse and logistic experts guarantee the highest
planning security possible with methodically project
work.
Cantilever rack:
GFA: approx. 5,900 m²Storage technique: cantilever racks 5 levels 2.50 m depth Storage space: 15,000 running meters / 12,000 m²Pallet spaces: 9,000 Euro pallets
Buffer areas for GR and GD at the rack header
Waiting area for trucks:
Alignment along the street of 10 truck parking spaces
Required space: approx. 1,000 m²
Bulk storage:
GFA: approx. 4,000 m²
Connection via GR material flow Separate delivery area with one-girder travelling crane (5.0 t)
Truck detour:
Area for goods which cannot be transported with the fork lift Driveway for a separate handling of finished cabins One-way system
Automated storage:
GFA: approx. 1,750 m²Storage technique: high bay pallet warehouse 8 levelsPallet spaces: approx. 4,300 Euro pallets
GR and GD completely separated.
Social area:
Space allocation plan:Gents: changing room with lockers Area for washing WC with urinal
Ladies: changing room with lockers Area for washing WC
Common room: recreation room with Cooking facilities Seating
Required space approx. 130 m² incl. traffic area
Management: (across 2 floors)
Room allocation plan: 7 x double offices 1 x office 1 x office manager with
conference room 1 x conference room
approx. 14 persons Reception area GR office with counter Social room with tea kitchen Store rooms, copier WC Ladies WC Gentlemen
Required space approx. 450 m² incl. traffic areas
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External storage area:
As a sheltered area GFA: approx. 1,700 m²Storage technique: cantilever racks 4 LevelsShelf space: approx. 1,300 m²/1,600 running metersPallet spaces: approx. 920 Euro palletsArea incl. empties and material disposition for external customers
Possible alignment for social and sanitary rooms as well as engineering rooms
Possible extension of the bulk storage Crane runway
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Finished cabins warehouse:
GFA: approx. 2,400 m²Storage technique: cantilever racks 4 levelsShelf space: approx. 4,300 m²/ 5,200 running metersCabin spaces: approx. 192 piecesincl. aisles and front zone
Cable warehouse:
GFA: approx. 450 m²Storage technique: drum racks 2 levelsDrum spaces: approx. 160 pieces
Picking area with an aisle width of approx. 5.00 m
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ReengineeringWe focus on the concept of Optimization
Accurate analysis
The analysis of the current situation covers all
customers’ current logistic processes, the exist-
ing infrastructure (building equipment, hardware
and IT, warehouse equipment) and the item-related
characteristics. It also observes the current market
requirements as well as possible future develop-
ments in order to allow the customer to react flexibly
to market changes.
The accurate survey of the current situation is decisive
for the success of the project, as a deep knowledge
of the current logistic processes as well as the future
requirements and developments is essential for attain-
ing planning reliability. The analysis of the current situa-
tion is based on the results of the survey and observes
depicting “weak points” in the logistics processes. It
identifies restrictions, shortages, cross-ways and inef-
ficient processes.
Concept creation for your warehouse logistics
The results of the analysis of the current situation
are integrated into a target concept including a
critical variant comparison. The Ehrhardt + Partner
group elaborates optimised processes for a total
solution, makes a statement concerning warehouse
layout, bin locations and warehouse equipment and
gives organisational recommendations for action.
The target concept is supported by the visualisation of
warehouse layouts and material flows. The first sketches
of the building for the construction of a new ware-
house are also part of the concept portfolio. A critical
variant comparison with the description of the according
strengths and weaknesses supports the recommenda-
tion for action.
Drawn sketch (To-be concept)
Floor plan of the planned warehouse equipment (To-be concept)
Sectional drawing of the planned warehouse equipment (Fine concept)
3D-Visualisation (Fine-concept)
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The following fine concept details the selected variant of the target concept and describes the details for the adjusted dimensions of capacities according to the elaborated key figures. It also describes future alternative options of usage and offers the highest flexibility possible and investment security.
Best-Fit Warehouse Design
Detailed fine conceptsFor efficient processes in your warehouse
Warehouse Design
• Transportation system
• Warehousing system
• Distribution system
• Automization system
• Control system
• Organizational system
• Planning system
• Commissioning system
Evaluated according to
• Technology
• Investment
• Operational Costs
• Strategy
Handling Equipment
Material Flow
Equipment
Storage Equipment
Picking and Packing
Equipment
Commissioning
Equipment
Packaging and
Palletization Equipment
Storage Goods
Transport Equipment
Materials Management
Organization
Control Technology
Planning
Operational requirements: static and dynamic capacities, other parameters
Regulatory requirements: Regulations, Safety, Traceability etc.
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Advanced consulting and successful project management
After completing the consulting services and hand-
ing over the fine concept, Ehrhardt + Partner offers
support during the planning and construction peri-
od – up to the complete realisation of the entire
project as a general contractor.
To Ehrhardt + Partner, professional and successful
project management means consistently meeting cus-
tomer-oriented project objectives by observing dates,
costs and quality.
Customers assign their projects – whether it is planning
a new building or a warehouse modernisation - to E+P
and profit from their turn-key solution. From the initial
idea across strategy development and implementation
support up to go-live, E+P is always the responsible
contact.
Our customers benefit from: • A focus on the most efficient project solution
• Manufacturer-independent selection of the most appropriate warehouse components (e.g. materials handling, stacker cranes or material flow computers)
• Transparency for single systems and access to all available technologies, systems and solutions
• Interface know-how guaranteeing the optimum inte-gration of the single sub-contractors in technical and logistical aspects.
Globally established references
Our comprehensive offer in warehouse planning meets
an ever-growing demand in all industries, like • Automotive industry
• Pharmaceutical industry
• Food and beverage industry
• Shipbuilding and metal industry
• Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) + Retail
• Logistics industry, such as 3PL and shipping
The following extract of our list of references shows
which companies trust the logistic know-how of the
Ehrhardt + Partner group:
The E+P group as your general contractor The best references for your project
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The main focus of activities of the E+P group is the secure, on-time and cost effective moderni-sation of manual and automated logistic centres. Here, the Ehrhardt + Partner group can prove their expertise. The neutral and manufacturer-independent consulting always concentrates on the economic benefit.
Warehouse modernisation Restructure your warehouse
The Ehrhardt + Partner group develops rebuilding and
exchange concepts which ensure the modernisation
without the interruption of daily operations, amongst
others for:
• Control systems
• Drive and control technology
• Materials handling
• Stacker cranes
• Warehouse management systems
• Material flow computers.
Warehouse modernisations demand the highest
specialised expertise of the assigned partner. The
Ehrhardt + Partner group is able to realise complex
warehouse modernisations reliably and securely within
the shortest time possible without interrupting opera-
tions.
An elaborate warehouse modernisation attains the
following advantages:
• Correction of disturbance sources and reduction of down times
• Increased process security and quality
• Improved utilization of space
• Transparent processes in the entire warehouse
• Basics for the application of modern picking techno-logies
• Sound investment with long term security
• Shorter processing times
• Review of handling material
• Cost savings.
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Fully equipped logistics centre For the simulation of your warehouse processes
At our logistics centre, all relevant processes can be
simulated and tested in a live environment during
planning or in the course of a comprehensive warehouse
modernisation. The exact description of future proc-
esses in the simulated “live operation” supports and
confirms the planned processes and technologies.
At the logistics centre, tomorrow’s standard techno-
logy is already integrated and available: from the radio
frequency installation with fork lift and picking terminals
across mobile printers and radio frequency scanners
up to automated storage units like a Shuttle and auto-
mated warehouses as well as the leading warehouse
management system, which describes and supports all
warehouse movements in the software. Of course, other
latest technologies like Pick-by-Voice, Pick-by-Light or
RFID are also integrated.
Furthermore, the E+P group also realises compre-
hensive research projects and feasibility studies at the
logistics centre. This way, RFID applications are tested
in the warehouse at an early stage.
The LTC – the Logistics Technology Centre – a fully equipped logistics centre with more than 500 m² of storage space is also a part of the Ehrhardt + Partner group. Apart from research projects, feasibility studies and warehouse seminars, complete warehouse processes can be described and analysed in a realistic environment.
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Get to know the consulting competence of Ehrhardt + Partner in the domain of warehouse planning and logistics consulting. We analyse your existing warehouse structure and processes, elaborate an individual solution concept for the optimisation and present founded recommendations for action. Our DEAL+ will support you quickly, independently and efficiently in your upcoming logistic decisions.
With DEAL+, you receive your individual solution for
– the strategic direction of your warehouse
– competitive advantages in warehouse logistics
– the reduction of your logistic costs
Would you be interested in further information concerning DEAL+?
We would be glad to invite you to a personal conversation, give us a call – Tel. (+971) 4 36 39 76 7.
DEAL+Your first step towards warehouse modernisation
Definition of the project target
Kick-off meeting (presentation of the customer’s team and the logistics experts from Ehrhardt + Partner)
Definition of the project target
Coordination of deadlines
Evaluation of the current situation
Sighting of the warehouse: building, equipment, items, processes etc.
Recording the information (by check lists) and interviewing the employees in the warehouse
Analysis phase of the recorded information
Analysis, preparation and evaluation of the provided information
Identification of weak points and critical areas
Visualisation of the essential material and information flow
Logistic concepts
Presentation of possible new processes
Proposals concerning the warehouse layout and equipment
Quickly realisable and strategic recommendations for action
+ Presentation of results
Presentation of the conclusions and elaborated results
Closing meeting with a feedback and, if required, definition of further steps
The power of innovation
Since 1987
Ehrhardt + Partner GmbH & Co. KG | Software Systems for Warehouse Logistics
Alte Römerstraße 3 | D-56154 Boppard-Buchholz | Germany | Phone (+49) 67 42-87 27 0 | Fax (+49) 67 42-87 27 50
[email protected] | www.ehrhardt-partner.com
Institut für technische Lösungen in der Logistik
EPS – Ehrhardt + Partner Solutions DWC-LLC | Software Systems for Warehouse Logistics
P.O.Box 7480 | Dubai, UAE | Phone (+971) 4-36 39 76 7 | Fax (+971) 4-36 39 76 8
[email protected] | www.ehrhardt-partner.ae10
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