For MRO and Metalworking You can t fix what you can t see. But with the right inventory management solution, you gain the visibility, flexibility and control to drive cost savings, productivity and profitability.
YourGoals To compete in today s environment, smart businesses are turning to inventory management to drive productivity and cost savings from the production floor to the tool crib. Being able to see what s being used, where and how often is the key. At MSC, we help businesses of all sizes use (IM) solutions to manage metalworking and MRO supplies based on the needs of the business. It s what we ve been doing for more than 70 years to help manufacturers get what they need when they need it. Because many of our experts come from the shop floor and have years of experience, we understand how important it is to keep production running while making sure operations are lean. Our proven ControlPoint solutions improve visibility and accountability while driving cost savings and streamlining operations, offering you a single point of control to manage your inventory. It all starts with your goals. Our inventory management specialists work with you to understand and analyse your needs and recommend the right solution to meet those needs and gain a range of benefits: Visibility and Control Know who is using what, when they re using it and where. Easy-to-understand, detailed reporting creates accountability. You can make informed inventory purchasing decisions when you know what s on-hand, on-order and the optimal replenishment levels. This information is powerful because it keeps people accountable for what s being used and raises a flag on processes that may not be efficient. With complete visibility, you stay in the know and in control over how your team consumes tooling and supplies. Minimise the Footprint Devote minimal floor space for maximum impact. Because a ControlPoint solution is tailored to your operations. Reduce Costs Carry less inventory through tighter, just-in-time ordering and secure control of what s being used on the shop floor. Our customers typically reduce consumption by 25% or more. Boost Productivity Eliminate wasted motion and time spent tracking down tools or supplies. Our ControlPoint IM solutions are tailored to how you get things done. They can provide greater security, 24/7 shop-floor availability, automated reordering and customised reports to pinpoint opportunities to improve productivity. To help you meet your goals, we offer: ControlPoint Vending a full complement of modular, configurable, next-generation vending equipment that accommodates virtually any type of item while minimising the footprint and tailoring an efficient solution featuring: ControlPoint Software: standalone crib management software tracks inventory levels as well as incoming and outgoing product from the crib to the shop floor. ControlPoint Onsite Services: for qualified accounts MSC will place associates on site to manage inventory for a customer. When appropriate, MSC will also provide an onsite store. With ControlPoint inventory management solutions, you gain the visibility to drive productivity and profitability.
YourSolution We provide the right solution for one business: yours. See Who s Using What, When and Where Done well, an inventory management solution is built around your unique needs. Your team can get the right tooling and supplies when and where they are needed. No missing parts. No lost time. And everything tracked from the first day of installation. Your business. Your process. Streamlined. We look at how you process what you make, your business challenges, and what tooling and MRO you use, don t use and maybe should use. We draw on decades of supply chain and product application expertise to recommend the right IM solution to align with how your shop floor works best. Get Total Control from the Start. Our goal is to get it right the first time, every time. That s why we make sure we understand your business and what you need to get done. We configure the solution quickly and accurately to give you visibility into your inventory from day one and we continue to work with you to drive continuous improvements as your business needs change. Creating the Right ControlPoint IM Solution for You 1 2 3 4 5 UNDERSTAND Your Needs AGREE On Your Solution build Your Solution INSTALL Your Solution support You Along the Way Analyse, Identify, Recommend Document Our Understanding Configure to Your Unique Requirements Implement and Train Onsite Ensure Your Success
YourOptions MSC s ControlPoint IM solutions work in many areas within your shop floor or manufacturing facility. 2 1 1 ControlPoint Vending tailored to your needs, our units are modular, configurable, and flexible with a dashboard view of your production inventory, providing 24/7 availability, accountability and security with a single point of control. 2 ControlPoint Inventory Management Software standalone crib management software tracks inventory levels as well as incoming and outgoing product from the crib to the shop floor. 3 ControlPoint Onsite Services for qualified accounts, MSC will place associates on site to manage inventory for a customer. When appropriate, MSC will also provide an onsite store. ControlPoint Support MSC supports you every step of the way: from the initial discussions on your business needs to recommending your tailored solution to configuring and installing that solution with onsite training and providing ongoing quarterly reviews of cost savings and improvements.
YourSuccess Creating the Right Solution for You At MSC, we understand you have business goals and objectives that require your supply chain to be as efficient as possible. We have developed an effective 5-step process to implement our proven solutions, improve your control, and ensure your success. 1 Understand Your Needs Analyse, Identify, Recommend First, MSC supply chain experts work closely with you to assess your existing environment, and identify your most important business challenges. Next, our experts analyse the information gathered, determine the appropriate solution for your unique needs and review recommendations with you. 2 3 4 Agree on Your Solution Document Our Understanding Work together on the agreement, which includes development of an Item Plan a list of the items to be included in the IM solution. Build Your Solution Configure to Your Unique Requirements MSC will build the solution that best meets the needs of your business, enabling you to better manage your inventory and costs, gain visibility and control, and boost productivity. Install Your Solution Implement and Train Onsite An MSC team of experts works closely with you during implementation, training your facility operators and managers to ensure you derive maximum value from your inventory management solution. 5 Support Ensure Your Success Going Forward Once your MSC inventory management solution is operating within your business, it is supported on an ongoing basis by a knowledgeable team, including our service and support center, fulfillment center associates, product teams, sales associates and technology teams. Learn how companies like yours are driving productivity and cost savings with MSC s solutions at mscdirect.co.uk/controlpoint
Drawer MSC Vending Solution Overview This solution provides breakthrough productivity improvements and lowers the overall tooling spend. With built in reporting and audit trail, the solution is an essential part of your supply chain solution. The automated replenishment not only reduces time requisitioning tools but helps to eliminate stock outage and avoids costly machine down time. The system is quick and easy to use with automatic capture of cost centre information that can be used for future cost analysis. 2000mm H Ideal for Taking control of cost, accountability and inventory levels Suitable for almost any application and industry High storage capacity with minimal footprint: holds twice the number of SKUs in half the space of a coil machine. A modular design that s easily configurable. Perfect for items of all sizes, from inserts to drills, to safety glasses and hand and pneumatic tools. Features 11 different types of drawer trays are available Multiple levels (heights) available Vertical or slanted drawer dividers available Up to 12 compartments per drawer Each drawer allows for individual access Cupboards available for bulk storage Customisable to your unique and changing needs 24/7 secure access Available as add-on to most MSC vending units 545mm W Specifications Overall Dimensions: 510 x 545 x 2000 (D x W x H ) mm Load Capacity is 20Kg except draws F,G H and J which has a load capacity of 35Kg Drawer Configurations and Internal Dimensions (mm): Z Drawer: 55 x 23 E Drawer: 385 x 23 A Drawer: 97 x 23 F Drawer: 394 x 68 AA Drawer: 250 x 23 G Drawer: 394 x 120 B Drawer: 97 x 68 H Drawer: 394 x 175 C Drawer: 164 x 23 J Drawer: 170 x 175 D Drawer: 175 x 68 Power Requirements: 240V Learn how companies like yours are driving productivity and cost savings with MSC s solutions at mscdirect.co.uk/controlpoint
Carousel MSC Vending Solution Overview This rotating drum-styled carousel vending machine offers extensive capacity with a minimal footprint, and flexible configuration options, including a removable divider option, for versatile item management. Ideal for A large number of different types of items in a limited space. Features Provides 468 secure locations Single-item dispense Multiple-quantity dispense Removable dividers allow for 80mm or 160mm wide compartments Multiple options for item selection available 24/7 secure access 2010mm H Touch screen interface for intuitive ease of use Comprehensive reporting package Easily expandable with most MSC vending units Specifications Overall Dimensions: 1030mm x 1030mm x 2010mm (with the lid) Compartment Depth: 290mm Compartment Dimensions: Maximum Locations Number of Compartment Size Locations per Per Level Hatches Machine A B C D 36 13 468 80 80 290 30 18 13 234 160 80 290 60 1030mm W Power Requirements: 240V Learn how companies like yours are driving productivity and cost savings with MSC s solutions at mscdirect.co.uk/controlpoint
Locker MSC Vending Solution Overview This advanced locker unit provides secure access and is great for checking items in and out. Each locker consists of three vertical stacks, each of which can be configured with 3, 6, or 9 electronically controlled cupboards. It is available in three configurations: all small lockers; all medium lockers; or, a combination of nine small, six medium and three large lockers. The system is quick and easy to use with automatic capture of cost centre information that can be used for future cost analysis. Ideal for Taking control of cost, accountability and inventory levels Accommodating a range of items, including large or heavy items. 2000mm H Features 24/7 access Provides complete user accountability Comprehensive reporting package Each locker is capable of holding up to 75kg Consists of three vertical stacks of electronically controlled cupboards. Available as an add-on to most MSC vending units Specifications Overall Dimensions: 1090 x 510 x2000mm (W x D x H) Locker Sizes Small: 320W x 500D x 154H Medium: 320W x 500D x 254H Large: 500W x 500D x 500H 1090mm W Power Requirements: 240V Learn how companies like yours are driving productivity and cost savings with MSC s solutions at mscdirect.co.uk/controlpoint
EnhancedVending MSC Enhanced Vending Options MSC knows that a successful inventory management (IM) solution begins by understanding your business goals and processes. Our experts conduct a thorough IM assessment to properly evaluate your unique situation and, in some cases, recommend Enhanced Vending Options to fine-tune your solution and give you exactly what you need. MSC s Enhanced Vending Options include software functionality as well as additional equipment configurations. Software Functionality Provide screen prompts in multiple languages Support up to 10 vending units with one control/user interface Support for tool crib management functions, including issue and return; inventory adjustment; swap; reworking; scrap; move stock; and kit issue Track use and location of items by up to six different user-defined criteria such as user, department and operation Manage expendable and nonperishable items by controlling the issue and return of new, used and reworked items Provide enhanced rationing and restriction functionality Manage rework and scrap: including the full rework cycle and scrapping tools at end-of-life The return of used items needing rework Stock waiting to be picked up for rework The return process of reworked items Stock in rework Reporting on rework and scrap processes Provide batch and expiration control Control batch-numbered items and items with expiration dates Manage stored keys Equipment Configuration Provide expanded range of tray/drawer configurations for unique item dimensions Offer standalone and additional locker configurations Provide additional electronically controlled tool cabinet options For more information on MSC Industrial Vending solutions, contact your MSC sales representative or call us at 0800 66 33 55.
GettingStarted MSC Network and Power Requirements for Vending Solutions Each web-enabled MSC vending unit collects transactional data and transmits it back to our site. To operate a vending unit, the following network and power requirements are needed: Onsite Personnel Firewall Firewall Internet Services MSC Service and Support MSC Vending Machine 1 Clean, Uninterrupted 230/240V Power Supply 2 Remote Wifi connection No need to access customer network 3 Hardwired Connection to the Internet Unrestricted Internet access via TCP/IP Port 443 Firewalls are encouraged Equipment supports DHCP or static IP addressing For static IP addressing, provide: IP, subnet mask, gateway and DNS entries Using Category 5 cabling or better, within 5 feet of all main unit locations For more information on MSC solutions, or further assistance in getting started, contact your local MSC sales representative or call us at 0800 66 33 55.