Vertical Buffer Module

Product catalog summary

Overview
The Kardex Miniload-in-a-Box is a part of the Vertical Buffer Module (VBM) family, designed for fast-growing product ranges with limited storage space. It features a lightweight mini-load crane with a telescopic gripper for transporting bins or trays, setting new standards in speed, precision, and energy efficiency. The system is scalable, integrates with existing and future technologies, and reduces implementation time significantly compared to similar systems.

Key Features

Fast & Accurate Picking: Utilizes the goods-to-person principle, ideal for picking slow-moving goods in small quantities.
Flexible System Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing processes and future automation.
Fully Scalable Design: Offers a scalable design with a low investment point.

Application Range

Order Picking: Suitable for companies requiring 24-hour service and overnight delivery, especially for spare parts.
Order Consolidation: Recommended for quick and accurate order consolidation using Kardex Java Machine Interface (JMIF) software and automated conveyor connections.
Assembly Kitting: Combines order picking and buffering, increasing throughput by up to 200% compared to conventional shelving.

Main Components

Rack System: Scalable design to store bins and trays, adaptable to uneven floors.
Miniload Crane: Features a rotating gripper with a telescopic load handling device.
Turntable: Provides ergonomic access and efficient picking.
Single Access Opening: Allows controlled access to individual bins or trays.
Software & Control: Web-based and compatible with various hardware, offering enhanced functions.

Technical Specifications

Unit Dimensions: Depth: 2,350 mm, Height: 3,000 – 12,000 mm, Width: 1,920 – 19,970 mm.
Payloads: Maximum 35 kg per bin.
Performance: Up to 143 bin presentations per hour.
Storage Capacity: Up to 2,880 bins.

Complementary Technology

Workstation Equipment: Includes LED pointers, position indicators, and more.
Conveyor Connection: Supports permanent retrieval and replenishment.
Kardex VBM Box: Offers maximum storage capacity and flexible design.
Life Cycle Service: Provides a holistic, flexible, and modular service portfolio.

Conclusion
Kardex offers a comprehensive product portfolio for various industries, providing innovative solutions for automated storage and material handling systems. The Life Cycle Service team supports project implementation, maintenance, and future planning.

Catalog excerpts

Kardex Miniload-in-a-Box

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Kardex Miniload-in-a-Box The Kardex Miniload-in-a-Box* is part of the product family Vertical Buffer Module (VBM) and provides solutions for fast-growing product ranges with limited storage space. The system uses a lightweight mini-load crane with a telescopic gripper to individually transport bins or trays to the access opening point. The Kardex Miniload-in-a-Boxsets new standards in terms of speed, precision, and energy efficiency, offering highly-dense storage and precise picking for small parts and small-volume parts. It is fully scalable with a low investment point and provides a wide choice...

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Main components Rack system • Scalable design in a 25 mm grid to store bins & trays • The base frame guides the miniload crane & adjustable leveling feet easily adapt to uneven floors Miniload crane • Rotating gripper with telescopic load handling device moves bins or trays • Lightweight construction enables high energy efficiency Turntable • Ergonomic access to one single bin & efficient picking at all unit dimensions • Provides one bin & simultaneously prepares the next one Unit dimensions in milimeters Depth Performance Storage capacity Bin dimensions (in milimeters) Single access opening...

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Complementary technology Kardex can install its Kardex Miniload-in-a-Box either as a stand-alone solution or integrated into an overall logistics concept. By adding further enhancements or combining it with other technologies, users benefit from higher performance results and see improvements in throughput and accuracy. Workstation equipment • LED pointer, position indicator, optical status signals, confirmation button, VESA bracket for monitor, sockets & interfaces Conveyor connection • Permanent retrieval and replenishment • Combination of multiple units and remote workstations Order picking...

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Smart Intralogistics Solutions Kardex offers an A-Z product portfolio targeting the niche needs of various industries. Discover innovative offers ranging from everyday handling of bins and pallets or storage in controlled environments to fully-integrated automated storage solutions and material handling systems. From day one, the Life Cycle Service team works hand-in-hand to support your project implementation, maintenance and future plans.

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.

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