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Direct actuation of Hänel storage systems with transport commands

Storage management takes place in the overarching HOST system. The lifts are controlled via the user interface of the external warehouse management system (WMS). The control point for the lift can be a stationary PC workplace or a mobile terminal. For put and pick operations, a transport command is sent to the lift controller by the WMS to start the lift drive. A status message tells the WMS that the container has been transported into position and is ready. Communication takes place via TCP/IP.

The pluses

  • Customers can also use their existing storage management software for the Hänel machines.
  • The units are then operated via the familiar user interface of the storage management software.
  • The interface between storage management software and lift is reduced to a few commands using a TCP/ IP connection.