Growing retail chain chooses CarryPick

Swisslog’s CarryPick solution is a mobile system for flexible, scalable eCommerce fulfillment. CarryPick’s automated guided vehicles (AGVs) continuously supply workstations with mobile racks.

This flexible new approach to automation supports different sizes and weights of products, provides the ability to add racks and AGVs quickly as storage volume increases and enables equipment to be easily moved from one warehouse to another.

The goods-to-person solution is orchestrated by Swisslog’s SynQ warehouse management software.

Von Maur’s Holly Danler, director of eCommerce says: “We explored all options and determined that CarryPick was the clear winner. Continuing with goods-to-person technology is a priority for us.”

Swisslog and parent group KUKA have recently joined forces to strengthen CarryPick.

The CarryPick system’s new KMP600 AGV was developed in close collaboration between KUKA and Swisslog. Synergies have allowed for a number of technical enhancements that make the AGV suitable for use in multiple industries.

The CarryPick solution will be globally supported as part of the KUKA portfolio. Better mechatronics make the vehicle much quieter and enable a more ergonomic workspace, while also increasing battery life.

Dr. Christian Baur,  COO Swisslog Group says: “Aside from the distinct advantages of the new system, it also comes with comprehensive service from our global support network. Its stability leads to better results for our customers by reducing downtime and improving WIFI capabilities.”