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The "Rack Sorter P" is an automated warehouse that excels in space efficiency and labor-saving, achieving accurate inventory management. It features the ability to temporarily buffer work-in-progress items to synchronize with downstream processes, as well as the capability to sort and dispatch only the necessary items from a variety of products at that moment, enabling quality improvement through first-in, first-out (FIFO) and strategic inventory management. This is the Toyota L&F automated rack, the "Rack Sorter P." 【Features】 ■ Utilizes upper space to enhance storage efficiency ■ Contributes to improved logistics quality without concerns of load collapse or damage ■ Enhances inventory management levels when used in conjunction with systems ■ Reduces waste in operations to achieve labor savings *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

The "Rack Sorter B" is an automated warehouse for unit-type buckets that maximizes the use of vertical space up to the ceiling while thoroughly compacting cranes and openings. Its lightweight and compact design enables high-speed travel and lifting, along with precise speed control. It significantly speeds up cycle times, demonstrating its capabilities in storing small items with high frequency of in-and-out operations. 【Features】 ■ Achieves speedy in-and-out operations and real-time inventory management ■ Provides significant labor and effort savings ■ Effectively utilizes space through vertical storage and high-rise capabilities ■ Standard inventory management computer equipped on all models ■ User-friendly features and operability focused on practical use for everyone *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

The "Partner Rack (Mobile Type)" is a space-saving rack that creates aisles when needed for retrieving goods. Compared to fixed racks, it allows for approximately double the storage capacity in the same space. Various wastes and losses, such as duplication of personnel and equipment and the hassle of inbound and outbound logistics, are reduced, enabling efficient warehouse operation and management. 【Features】 ■ Reduces aisle space and improves space efficiency ■ Fully open aisle function that facilitates manual picking ■ Manual operation feature that allows aisles to be opened to any desired width ■ Aisle reservation function that shortens waiting times ■ Auto power-off function that reduces power consumption *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our "Partner Rack." Our lineup includes the "Heavy Duty Rack," which boasts exceptional strength and durability, as well as the "Cantilever Rack," designed to maximize storage capacity and work efficiency, and the "Drive-In Rack," packed with detailed features. In addition to durability and excellent constructability, our racks offer flexibility to adapt to changes in logistics volume and a wide range of options, achieving ideal indoor logistics. 【Product Lineup】 ■ Heavy Duty Rack ■ Cantilever Rack ■ Slide-In Rack ■ Drive-In Rack ■ High-rise Rack *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This product is a cross-type nesting box that allows for effective use of storage space with a flexible layout. Its unique frame floor shape supports nine points of the plastic pallet, minimizing deflection and preventing damage to the loaded items. When not in use, it can be nested for storage, taking up no unnecessary space. Special arrangements tailored to customer needs are also possible. Please feel free to consult us regarding size and color. 【Features】 - Unique frame shape that prevents pallet deformation and is gentle on loaded items - Effective use of storage space with a flexible layout - No worries about pallet deflection - Special arrangements tailored to customer needs are possible - Various options available for customers looking to further improve safety and work efficiency *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our "Stacking Shelves." By effectively utilizing space and improving storage efficiency, setting locations, and clarifying storage rules, work efficiency is enhanced. We solve issues such as "I am struggling with a lack of storage space for products" and "Products are scattered, leading to poor work efficiency." 【Features】 ■ Effectively utilize space and improve storage efficiency ■ Introduce a system that anyone can work with to enhance work efficiency ■ Set locations for each product, accommodating various shapes of products for storage ■ Support for storing heavy items ■ Capable of handling loading and unloading operations with forklifts, further improving work efficiency ■ The lower level can be used as a picking area, while the upper level serves as a stock area *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

In this document, we present reports on cases where our company has responded comprehensively to customer needs, from management strategies to on-site challenges. We include various examples from bus companies, transportation companies, and cosmetics factories. By leveraging our extensive logistics know-how to create a total system, we achieve efficiency in management. We propose logistics solutions that are well-suited to our customers. [Featured Cases] ■ Automating in-house logistics through Kaizen aimed at becoming a "Future Factory" ■ Doubling transport efficiency through the automation of transport operations with the introduction of key carts ■ Automating warehouse operations by utilizing Rinova AGF tailored to time slots and work content ■ Improving storage and operational efficiency through proposals for suitable equipment and on-site improvements ■ Continuously achieving a 95% parts shipping rate within 24 hours *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation's Kawasaki Plant has implemented our "Tagnova Remote Control Vehicle" and "Key Cart." At this plant, efforts were being made to improve productivity and on-site logistics efficiency based on the fishbone concept. The Key Cart, which allows for inexpensive and detailed customization according to needs, has utilized mechanisms to achieve further efficiency. Its outstanding cost-effectiveness has been recognized, and it is currently in operation in various processes within the plant. [Key Points] - Tagnova effectively utilizes both manual and automated operations. - Key Cart + mechanisms achieve further efficiency. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where our "Simple AGV Key Cart" was implemented at the Kawasaki Sales Office of Nest Logistics Co., Ltd. The company was conducting product shipping, transportation, and storage operations using a manpower-intensive approach, and the challenge was to create a system that could reduce working hours and personnel replenishment. After the implementation, it became possible to use forklifts in conjunction with the system, which was difficult with conveyors, achieving "semi-automation centered around human operators" and doubling transportation efficiency. [Key Points] - Automation of transportation operations has doubled transportation efficiency. - Reduced transportation work by forklifts, decreasing the mixing of personnel and lifts, thereby improving safety. - Work can continue using the Key Cart even during power outages. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our "Rinova AGF" was implemented at the Shin-Sapporo Logistics Center of Nippon Express Co., Ltd. The center was facing a serious issue with a shortage of forklift operators. After the implementation, we achieved a reduction in manual forklift operations and a shortening of vertical handling work time through three utilization methods: "automation of nighttime shipping preparation tasks," "assistance with morning shipping tasks," and "assistance with daytime receiving tasks." [Key Points] - Complete automation of nighttime manual forklift operations through the automation of shipping preparation tasks - Reduction of vertical handling work time by resolving inventory stagnation with the auto-lifter - Improved work efficiency through flexible switching between unmanned and manned operations *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our "mobile racks" were implemented at Nakamuraya Co., Ltd., which engages in seafood processing, food manufacturing, and sales. The company found that their own frozen warehouse was insufficient for storing raw materials and products, and they were considering improvements to their storage and management methods. After implementation, storage efficiency increased, allowing them to store approximately three times the amount in the same warehouse, which also led to a reduction in warehouse rental costs and labor expenses. [Key Points] - The introduction of mobile racks increased storage capacity by approximately three times. - By consolidating to a single warehouse, rental costs and labor expenses were reduced. - The implementation of location management reduced the time spent searching for products, shortening overall work time. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where our "Simple AGV Key Cart" and "Automated Warehouse Rack Sorter B" were implemented at Naris Cosmetics Co., Ltd., a long-established cosmetics manufacturer in Hyogo. The company faced the challenge of how to efficiently produce a large number of products when establishing a new factory. With the implementation, they were able to manage inventory at the individual packaging and bucket levels, achieving speedy inbound and outbound logistics of the necessary quantities at the right time. [Key Points] - Achieved efficient small-lot production of various products through the collaboration of the Key Cart and Rack Sorter B. - Realized automation of transportation tasks using hand trucks. - The introduction of the Key Cart has led to an increased awareness among employees regarding improvements. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where our "Automated Warehouse Rack Sorter P" and "High-Speed Rail-Mounted Mobile Sorter" were implemented at Zaiko Co., Ltd., which sells agricultural products and specialty items from Kagoshima Prefecture. Due to limited land, the company had few storage spaces and had to adjust production based on shipping conditions. After the implementation, not only did the storage capacity dramatically increase, but efficiency was also improved through the automation of inbound and outbound logistics. 【Key Points】 ■ The introduction of the Rack Sorter P maximized the use of upper space, significantly increasing storage capacity. ■ The use of the Mobile Sorter streamlined the transportation of products between warehouses and the inbound and outbound processes. ■ Inventory across three warehouses is centrally managed, reducing management workload. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our simple inventory management system "KEY SO-CO" was implemented at Enomoto Co., Ltd.'s Iwate Factory, which manufactures precision parts. The company was facing challenges with the time it took to locate necessary materials during manufacturing, as well as the increased storage space required due to the rise in the number of manufactured items. After implementation, it became possible to check inventory status, quantities, locations, and other information in real-time and accurately on office computers or handheld devices without having to go to the warehouse, significantly reducing time. 【Key Points】 ■ Anyone can easily manage inventory, enabling tasks that do not rely on specific individuals. ■ The hassle of searching for materials has been eliminated, reducing physical and mental fatigue for workers. ■ Inventory status can be checked in real-time, improving inventory management accuracy. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where we participated in the project regarding the establishment of the Global Parts Center at DMG Mori Seiki Co., Ltd.'s Iga plant from the engineering perspective. On the hardware side, we adopted separate storage by packaging and three-dimensional storage using automated warehouses, improving the volume ratio by approximately 1.5 times. Additionally, we implemented four types of automated warehouses to achieve suitable storage and inbound/outbound operations based on the size and characteristics of the parts. On the software side, we introduced the Toyota Comprehensive Logistics Management System (Toyota WMS). By providing optimal picking routes, even inexperienced staff can perform efficient inbound and outbound operations, leading to a reduction in shipping lead times. [Key Points] - The adoption of separate storage by packaging and three-dimensional storage improved the volume ratio by approximately 1.5 times. - Four types of automated warehouses achieved suitable storage and inbound/outbound operations based on size. - The introduction of Toyota WMS resulted in a reduction in shipping lead times. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case where we participated as a partner in the opening project of Trusco Nakayama Corporation's large logistics center, "Planet Saitama." The center is characterized by the use of advanced material handling equipment, aiming for automation as much as possible. By achieving thorough efficiency through the harmony of people and machines, we were able to reduce the workforce to less than half of that of the company's usual logistics centers. [Key Points] - Automation through advanced material handling equipment, reducing the usual workforce by over 50% - Thorough efficiency achieved through the harmony of people and machines *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where we provided one-stop support from engineering to the selection and design of equipment for the new parts center established by Amada Co., Ltd., including operations and operational improvement assistance. We built an overall optimal solution that addressed issues from the old center, such as the reliance on workers' experience for picking operations and the improvement of inventory management methods as it continued to grow. In the completed new parts center, we have achieved further improvements in operational efficiency and shipping accuracy by continuously implementing operational enhancements after it became operational. [Key Points] - One-stop support for everything from engineering to operations - High-frequency shipping items utilize racks, while low-frequency shipping items make use of automated warehouses that leverage space *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where our company undertook comprehensive supervision for the construction project of the Shinjuku Rurikoin Hakurenge Hall at Muryōjū Mountain Kōmyō-ji. With the design theme of "a beautiful temple that will last for 300 years," we achieved a temple with high design quality and seismic and durability features, with the collaboration of renowned architects. Additionally, by introducing a columbarium utilizing an automated warehouse, we were able to create a spacious worship area despite the limited site, allowing for the storage of approximately 7,500 urns (in cabinets) of remains. 【Key Points】 - Introduction of an automated warehouse that can store many remains even in a small urban area - Architectural design with high durability and aesthetic quality - Comprehensive management from architectural design to permit applications, equipment selection, construction, and operation *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

This document explains "Material Handling," a series of tasks that support the overall logistics process, including the movement, storage, sorting, and management of goods. It discusses the role and importance of material handling in logistics, the background that necessitates its use, and the types and characteristics of material handling systems. Material handling is increasingly recognized as a foundational technology essential for solving various challenges in logistics and production environments. [Contents (partial)] ■ What is Material Handling ■ Types and Characteristics of Material Handling ■ Benefits of Implementing Material Handling ■ Drawbacks of Implementing Material Handling ■ How to Implement Material Handling *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

In today's logistics environment, many companies are troubled by issues such as labor shortages and the need for improved operational efficiency. As a solution to demands like "I want to make effective use of space" and "I want to automate inbound and outbound operations," automated warehouses, known as "automated storage and retrieval systems," are gaining attention. This article will provide a detailed explanation of the basic mechanisms and types of automated warehouses, their implementation benefits, and even case studies of their use. The content will be useful for those who are learning about automated warehouses for the first time as well as for those considering specific implementations, so please read through to the end. *For more detailed information, you can view the related links. For further details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

We would like to introduce a case study on the implementation of our logistics solutions at Daiso Sangyo Co., Ltd.'s Kanagawa RDC. When establishing the center, Toyota L&F was involved in everything from project design and construction to the selection and introduction of various material handling equipment and the development of the WMS. We achieved high-efficiency operations and labor reduction. Additionally, we implemented department-specific packaging at the center to reduce the workload of receiving, inspecting, and displaying goods at stores. [Key Points] - By combining and introducing advanced material handling equipment, we achieved high-efficiency operations and labor reduction. - To alleviate the workload of receiving, inspecting, and displaying goods at stores, we implemented department-specific packaging at the shipping stage. - We implemented comprehensive BCP measures and earthquake and fire countermeasures to ensure stable RDC operations without interruptions during disasters. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case where the "Pocket Sorter" was implemented at ZOZO Inc.'s ZOZOBASE Tsukuba 3. At the existing facility, many items were stored and picked in multiple locations, and sorting was done with two pieces of equipment. This required personnel for inter-process transportation, and the capacity limitations of the sorting machines made it difficult to improve picking efficiency. After the implementation, we achieved our goal of reducing labor through the reduction of manual inter-process transportation and standardization of operations due to the simple operation. This also led to a reduction in the physical burden on workers by minimizing the transportation of heavy items and reducing bending motions. [Key Points] - The Pocket Sorter alone enables storage to individual delivery sorting, achieving labor reduction. - Standardization of operations is realized through simple operations, creating an environment where human errors are less likely to occur. - Reduction of heavy item transportation between processes and bending tasks during product input, alleviating the physical burden on workers. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*