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PickDirector fulfillment software: Dematic,
a supplier of logistics systems for the factory,
warehouse, and distribution center, has
released PickDirector 3. 6, an extended version
of the order fulfillment software for distribution
and warehousing operations. PickDirector software, a warehouse control system, manages
order fulfillment activities in piece- or case-pick
applications using RF, light displays, or voice
technologies to optimize processes and direct
warehouse staff. PickDirector software is often
configured to operate in conjunction with picking carts or smart conveyor networks, and supports pick or put applications.
PickDirector 3. 6 extends functionality to
include enhanced operation with “put walls”
and order packing work cells. Version 3. 6 also
drives hybrid fulfillment operations such as
indexing or constant-pace conveyor systems that
are designed to maximize picking productivity.
Furthermore, the new release offers expanded
performance for store-friendly pick sequence
applications, direct store delivery, and route
delivery order assembly. Ken Ruehrdanz, distri-
bution market manager for Dematic, said, “By
adding the new features to the existing software
platform, the PickDirector solution has a stronger
business case and performs for a wider variety of
applications. PickDirector 3. 6 optimizes and sup-
ports all types of warehouse environments from
non-automated operations where no racking or
location codes exist to automated/mechanized
system configurations.”
Like previous versions, PickDirector 3. 6 supports
order tracking, zone balancing, “golden zone”
analysis, quality control, label printing, layer pick-
ing, and SKU descriptions (for voice applications)
as well as managing out of stock, replenishment,
and cycle counting. It also provides operational
data such as real-time reporting of worker pro-
ductivity/current assignments/utilization and oper-
ational statistics such as percentage of orders
complete. (Dematic, www.dematic.com)
Container label systems: Akro-Mils now
offers a new line of adhesive labels and card
stock holders for its bins, totes, and containers.
Suitable for 5S Lean and other productivity
initiatives, Akro-Mils’ new labeling systems
include clear plastic card holders that fit in the
bins’ existing card holder slot, and adhesive-backed card holders for bins without the slots.
Acrylic adhesive labels are designed to fit inside
the card slot areas on AkroBins and Shelf Bins.
(Akro-Mils, www.akro-mils.com)
