We package twelve to fifteen thermoforming appliances per day. Stacking them on the pallet by hand without a lifting aid put a lot of strain on our backs and arms.∼ Helmut Seeger, Erkodent employee
Schmalz Vacuum Lifter Facilitates Logistics at Erkodent
Erkodent wanted an ergonomically designed lifting aid, but the room height was too low for conventional crane systems. The solution from Schmalz is a modular flat jib made of aluminum, which ensures effortless movements even in low rooms.
Các đặc điểm của câu chuyện thành công
| Ngành | Logistics |
|---|---|
| Chi tiết gia công | Cardboard boxes |
| Nhóm sản phẩm | Vacuum Tube Lifter JumboFlex |
| Phương thức xử lý | Manual Handling |
Với mỡ lợn
380
millimeter
space gain
50
kilogram
effortless handling
Khách hàng: Erkodent Erich Kopp GmbH
Erkodent is a leading manufacture of high-quality products for dental technology, dentistry and foot orthopaedics. The company was founded in 1954 by Erich Kopp in Pfalzgrafenweiler near Freudenstadt. By developing its own instruments based on practical experience, Erkodent grew to become one of the world's leading companies in dental thermoforming technology. In 1980, the second pillar was established with foot orthopaedics, which today accounts for around ten percent of turnover.
Thách thức
Erkodent was looking for a solution to improve the packaging process at the end of the assembly line. The aim was to reduce the manual workload for employees who were stacking thermoformers on pallets on every day. Due to the increasing weight of the packages, which weighed between 15 and 25 kilograms and often came with accessories such as instruction manuals, manual handling was a challenge. The employees had to stack the packages on pallets and make sure that the serial numbers remained visible. This process was not only labor-intensive, but also strained the employees' backs and arms. An ergonomic lifting aid was therefore needed to reduce the workload and make the work process more efficient.
Giải pháp của Schmalz
Schmalz developed a custom-made solution for Erkodent to optimize the packaging process. As conventional crane systems were not suitable due to the low ceiling height, Schmalz designed an innovative, modular flat jib made of aluminum. This flat jib is part of Schmalz's modular jib crane system and significantly reduces the overall height compared to conventional steel constructions. This means that the vacuum tube lifter JumboFlex 50 can be used efficiently. The JumboFlex 50 is a powerful vacuum tube lifter that has been specially developed for the ergonomic lifting and moving loads. With a load capacity of up to 50 kilograms, even heavy cardboards boxes can be lifted and moved effortlessly. The central one-finger control enables intuitive operation and the continuously rotatable handle makes it easier to position the load. This significantly reduces the strain on the operator and increases working comfort. The use of the modular aluminum flat jib offers further advantages. The aluminum construction is lightweight yet robust, which ensures easy mounting and high stability. The flat jib fits easily under low ceilings and between existing ventilation and media shafts, which increases the flexibility and adaptability of the system.
Lợi ích cho khách hàng nhờ giải pháp của Schmalz
EfficiencyEfficient work processes thanks to optimal crane and lifting solution
ErgonomicsReducing the physical strain on employees
FlexibilityOptimum adaptation of the system to the existing spatial conditions
Các sản phẩm được sử dụng trong ứng dụng này
Vacuum Tube Lifters JumboFlex
- JumboFlex for ergonomic one-hand operation for fast movement sequences
- Configurable lifting unit, operator handle, vacuum gripper and vacuum generator
- Intuitive two-button control for up/down control, also available with proven one-button control on request
- For workpieces up to 50 kg
Column-Mounted Jib Cranes
- Fitted with anchors for floor mounting
- Lift capacity up to 1,000 kg
- Optionally with mobile base plate (lift capacity up to 200 kg)