Alstom invested in three Hänel Lean-Lifts for its Wembley site to consolidate several warehouse areas and improve security, safety and traceability all at the same time. The height-optimised storage, with space-saving tray profile heights at 37.5mm, ensures all valuable components are safeguarded and securely stored.

The systems are delivered with an intelligent software interface linking to Alstom’s ERP system which makes for fast and efficient order picking at the client’s bustling rail service point. All components are picked according to specified train numbers, where tracing is possible using batch numbers and serial numbers. For security purposes, the systems are equipped with the MP 12-N controller, along with a USB interface and card reader to prevent unauthorised access. A log system also keeps track of all user transactions performed at the lift systems, with each user scanning a key card to access and retrieve items.

With any busy picking operation, like Alstom’s, any downtime of accessing components and parts can become very costly. To relieve this, Hänel technology includes the Expanded Safety Bypass which ensures the lifts can still be operated until a qualified service engineer arrives to rectify the issue.