Wefapress relys on the SYSTRAPLAN “VOLKSLAGER”

The End of the “Treasure Hunt” in the Warehouse

At Wefapress, the focus is often not on large quantities of a single type of product, but rather on an enormous range of plastic semi-finished products (with thicknesses ranging from 8 to 100 mm). In conventional warehouses with high stacks, this inevitably means that the required sheet is often at the very bottom. The result: time-consuming re-stacking, wasted time, and an increased risk of damage.

The “VOLKSLAGER” advantage: Direct access thanks to many small stacks

The SYSTRAPLAN concept is designed to provide a large number of storage locations for many small stacks. This offers a combination of benefits that significantly speeds up material flow:

No more tedious rearranging: With approximately 288 available stacking spaces, materials can be stored in a much more organized and category-specific manner. This ensures that most sizes are within easy reach.

Efficient handling of C-parts: Even materials that are used less frequently (C-parts) can be stored in a disorganized manner. However, because stack heights in the open-shelf warehouse are deliberately kept low, “digging out” a panel from the bottom of the stack is much faster and easier than in conventional systems.

High selectivity: The logistics software optimizes routes and stacking processes so that production is supplied precisely and without delays.

Technological Highlights of the System

Gentle vacuum handling: A telescoping vacuum suction frame with sequentially activated suction circuits ensures that the panels are gently “lifted.” This minimizes adhesion and protects the delicate surfaces.

Sustainability through energy recovery: The stacker crane is equipped with modules that feed the braking energy from all servo drives directly back into the power grid. This reduces energy consumption by 20–30%.

Fully integrated control system: The Siemens S7 controller, combined with a Windows-based warehouse management computer, ensures full transparency. Thanks to the network connection, current inventory levels can be accessed in real time at any time.

Diversity over quantity

By choosing the VOLKSLAGER, Wefapress has successfully balanced high storage density with maximum retrieval speed. Whether it’s commonly used production parts or rarely needed C-parts, the strategic division into many small stacks makes time-consuming searching and restacking a thing of the past. Wefapress benefits from highly efficient, material-friendly, and energy-saving material handling.

Customized Storage Solutions

With this system, SYSTRAPLAN once again demonstrates its expertise in developing custom warehouse technology that is precisely tailored to the requirements of complex material flows through customized planning and innovative custom solutions.