Manual Kanban systems have the disadvantage that Kanban cards get lost or there are too many in circulation. This makes targeted inventory management difficult. With the SEKAN system from KBS, material replenishment processes can be digitized and inventory management optimized. A fill level sensor in the Kanban rack continuously monitors the container stock in the […]
Particularly in assembly preparation or parts provision, error-free picking is important before an incorrect workpiece is processed. The “PTF-Sentinel” monitoring sensor was developed for this purpose. It monitors a removal from or placement into a container and can immediately alert the employee acoustically or optically in the event of incorrect picking into the wrong compartment. […]
When innovations become industrial solutions In our interactive brochure, we take a look back at important milestones in our developments and show why we are the right partner for you as a pick-by-light specialist. » press release
Here in the logistics warehouse in Geesthacht, on 23,000 m², Depesche distributes around 16,000 articles from greeting cards, gift articles, toys and school equipment to over 40 countries. A pick-by-light system is used for order picking to ensure that more than a thousand customer-specific orders can be put together every day. This is the only […]
Whether by pressing a button, acknowledgement by light touch of the eye-catching lamp or contactless sensor confirmation: there is a suitable confirmation option depending on the requirements and working method. In the video, we present the advantages of the individual options. » view video
With the new LED pointer, an additional option has been developed for the PTF pick-by-light shelf displays as an optical order picking aid. The storage or removal compartment can now also be illuminated by a clearly visible LED spot light. This optical indicator helps the order picker to reach into the right compartment. The spot […]
For even more safety during order picking, the new LED pointer was developed for additional container illumination. The targeted illumination of the target compartments optimizes visibility and thus accelerates the removal or storage processes. » view video » read article
Light on – pick – confirm – light off. This used to be the extent of the function of pick by light systems – and in the minds of many users it`s still the case today. However, modern pick-by-light systems not only effectively support the order picker, but also the operator, the maintenance technician, the […]
Interview with Michael Weiser – KBS sales manager – published in European Business The following interview reports on how the company KBS Industrieelektronik GmbH developed from automation engineering of test systems to a specialist for pick-by-light systems for paperless picking with a pan-European reputation, about what makes the KBS specific system “PickTerm Flexible” so successful […]
With PTF-ZCTRL2, the specialists in pick-by-light solutions KBS Industrieelektronik GmbH presents the latest generation of a zone display with controller function. It is particularly suitable for use on mobile picking carts, in very small systems such as assembly workstations and also in fixed picking zones. PTF-ZCTRL2 is an innovative product that combines the functionality of […]
Pick-by-light specialist KBS Industrieelektronik has developed the new PTF-OL-1 shelf display module for a more precise and angle-independent display, thus bringing the graphic display to the latest technical standard. What is so special: OL-1 has a larger, contemporary graphic display equipped with cutting-edge OLED technology which ensures that all relevant information is displayed in super […]
The new version of the PickTerm Tray compartment illumination enables the reliable identification of withdrawal or storage positions at goods-to-man workplaces such as lift systems with trays or at the picking places of automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) or with mobile rack provision as well as on horizontal circulating shelves. For adaptation to differently […]
Kochzauber Food GmbH has optimised the order picking of fresh ingredients for delicious dishes in their meal boxes with a pick-by-light system from KBS Industrieelektronik GmbH. This means the customer receives the goods even faster and thus even fresher.
While the PTF-SUB3 is a continuation of the PTF-SUB2 performance class with its proven track record, PTF-MIU is ideal for larger pick-by-light systems in particular. The steadily growing complexity of processes in order picking and materials supply as well as demanding requirements placed on system availability and future proofing calls for a more flexible configuration […]
Listen. Think. Act. With these three words, our way to the top of the European suppliers of pick-by-light systems can be well described. Our customers are 100% satisfied customers. In order to achieve this, we have internalised the above motto. And to be even better, it will also accompany us on the way to the […]
Innovations 2015 KBS enhances the comfort, flexibility and operating reliability of paperless picking Expanding the capacities of the Development Department has accelerated the pace of innovation of KBS Industrieelektronik GmbH. Within the space of a year, the pick-by-light specialists have added three new products to the PickTerm Flexible family: the new PTF-LC-1 module with a […]
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New process: Pick-by-Balance This is a combination of Pick by Light and scales with counting function. Each pick of an article is immediately be registered by the change in weight. If the pick volume is correct, the pick will be automatically confirmed, so the picker does not need to press the confirmation button and he […]
Successful presence at LogiMAT 2015 KBS Industrieelektronik GmbH can look back on a very successful trade fair presence at LogiMAT 2015 in Stuttgart. “The interest in our innovations is huge, particularly in our Pick-Display – presented for the first time – which features a graphic display and a wear-free acknowledgement sensor system […]
