g r o u p The Experts for Intralogistics and System Integration Aberle Group
Portrait The Management: Mark Aberle, Andreas Ebert, Achim Aberle, Wilfried Aberle, Volker Knuff We supply logistics systems that make a difference. Efficient solutions for complex processes.
g r o u p Automation Process management systems Modernization / retrofit System integration General contractor Robot automation in production, assembly and logistics Our mission is to optimize your processes The Aberle group is an experienced general contractor. It has more than 25 years of experience as a specialist for automation and modernization of industrial systems, logistics systems, distribution centres, miniload systems, high bay warehouses and baggage handling systems at airports. Aberle also provides solutions for individual projects. The company implements solutions to optimize processes in intralogistics all over the world. At present, it employs a staff of approximately 250 at its locations in Germany and abroad. Headquarters in Leingarten In close cooperation with its team of experts, the Aberle group develops and implements customized automation solutions for all sectors of industry. As a general contractor, the team of Aberle Logistics focuses on the integrated solution of complex automation challenges. The experts of Aberle Automation are specialized in plant modernization and process management systems. Aberle Robotics incorporates advanced robot technologies to automate your processes. 3
Intelligent solutions Automated automotive manufacturing plant We translate your requirements into our forward-looking logistics solution to optimize your material flow
g r o u p Protecting your competitiveness Whether you need to build a new system or modernize an existing system, whether you need us as a general contractor or on a project commission the Aberle group points you in the right direction and gets you safely there so that you can reap the maximum benefit from an advanced logistics solution. We provide advice and support you from the concept stage until your system is up and running with long years of experience, intimate knowledge, superior commitment and transparent exchange of information. Baggage carousel at Stuttgart Airport / Terminal 1 Your benefits More flexibility Higher productivity Digital system monitoring and control Reliable system availability More efficiency Better economy Industries / sectors Airport systems Aluminium Automotive Food Pharmaceuticals Production Trade & commerce Textile industry Miscellaneous Applications Our experts support you all over the world with the implementation of the most profitable solution. Aberle KolliCheck designed by FIFL Aberle s intelligent automation and service concepts translate into increased productivity. IT solutions for process planning and control are tailored to your specific requirements to improve your competitiveness in the market. Software solutions for production planning and system automation increase your flexibility and productivity. Palletizing robot on transfer crane 5
General contractor & system integration Automated pallet system When you plan a new system, you should strive for nothing but the best.
Bottle Comissioning Aberle AutoKomm Innovative concepts As a general contractor, we develop and implement innovative concepts for your processes and ensure successful production and manufacture in combination with cost-efficient internal logistics. We adapt the technology flexibly to the individual requirements of the goods and the internal structures of the company. As a competent partner, we are at home in almost all industries to ensure you have a head start. Our experts ensure that your projects are a technical and economic success. We are never happy until your system is up and running. Perfectly! Your advantages Pallet conveyor systems We can be your one-stop shop: cross-sector advice, planning, software development, implementation and lifecycle service Manufacturer-independent Increase of productivity Optimization of production quality Individual solutions Palletizing robots In the field of system integration, we are specialists for customized solutions, but we also offer industry solutions. We provide planning, installation, administration, configuration and support for your complex IT systems. As part of a system analysis, our experts develop proposals to optimize your systems. Your benefits Optimization of the processes Consistent user interfaces Swift implementation Limited training requirement Tote conveyor system Carton conveyor system 7
Automation Automated miniload system Automation for all sectors of industry. With us, you are automatically one step ahead.
Efficient process control Automation is becoming more important all the time. Ever more complex processes in production, in the warehouse and distribution centres have to be co-ordinated. Aberle s solutions allow you to respond to today s and tomorrow s business challenges. We provide a wide range of products and services on a one-stop-shop basis: Innovative technologies in systems engineering and intralogistics Control systems and complete systems Planning, software and project management Order picking station Your benefits Fast cycle times High process accuracy High reliability Reduced need for heavy physical work Packing station Construction of control cabinets 9
Process management systems & energy management Aberle visualization Efficient automation requires intelligent communication. We also provide the intelligent software.
Process management systems Intelligent software Whether material flow, warehouse management, transport or visualization we offer process management systems for various industries and applications. With proven components, we create your individual software solution and ensure smooth integration into the existing environment. Your benefits Customer-oriented Operation and strategies are tailored to the individual requirements of our customers. Versatile Unproblematic connection of existing host systems. Subordinate control systems are integrated into the overall system. Component-oriented Component-oriented model allows flexible implementation of adjustments and extensions to the process management systems. Energy management Material flow system (MFS) Material flow computer (MFC) Optimized control of the flow of goods of fully automatic materials handling systems. Warehouse Management System (WMS) / Warehouse Management Computer (WMC) Optimal implementation of all warehouse-relevant processes and management of warehouses and distribution centres. Visualisation System Optimal operation and visual representation of fully automatic materials handling systems with statistics and reporting functions. Increase of the energy efficiency not only through optimization of structures or equipment and technology, but also through an intelligent control system that maintains the efficiency of all logistics processes while reducing energy consumption and documenting system activity. Less consumption without compromising on performance. Robot control system Complete organization of production steps within a production line coordination and optimization of robot travel. Less - Saving energy Materials handling equipment Lighting Standby times Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) Media supply (services) =Is Keeping up performance Logistics Production safety Benchmarking Installation of CIP processes More + Developing potentials Cost savings Reduced energy consumption Less CO 2 emissions Ability to invest Support of corporate philosophies Transport control system (TLS) Transport control system for optimized transport with location and order management. Energy management Energy optimized system control Increasing efficiency and reducing energy consumption 11
Retrofit Installation of a stacker crane in an existing hall Not everything has to be built from scratch. We upgrade your system and make it fit for the future.
Modernization We do not necessarily want to sell you an entire new system. If the output of your existing system can be increased efficiently by implementing targeted measures, a retrofit may well be a better solution. We are also specialized in updates and upgrades. Often the whole system can be upgraded very quickly without major impact on your logistics processes. From the concept to commissioning. Modernization concepts based on existing structures: You want to modernize, optimize or extend an existing system? In close cooperation with you, our experts develop the technically and economically best system for your requirements. The conversion can be carried out step by step while your system is operating. Old and new lifting unit motor Advantages of modernization We can help you increase the transparency of your production and intralogistics, reduce system costs and identify savings potentials by implementing modernizations. Capacity extension Rationalization measures Better economy and higher productivity Energy savings & higher efficiency through energy management Piece and process cost optimization Replacement of obsolete technology Higher and reliable availability Reduced running costs Multiple client capability of the warehouse system Improved material flow control of the warehouse management system and organization Better communication between systems such as ERP and warehouse management system of material flow control Updating of documentation Integration of a material flow system Updating of new control units 13
Robot automation Automatic palletizing of boxes The automation of the future is ready for action. It can see, understand and pick.
Intelligent robot systems The automation of the future is ready for action. Intelligent robot systems that can see, recognize, understand and pick just at the right moment. With Aberle Robotics, your automation is designed, planned and deployed even more efficiently and gives you maximum performance. ROBOT CELLS The automatic manufacture of many different products is more efficient with robot cells, facilitating economic robot solutions with very high piece numbers. We plan and implement complete solutions for robot automation in production and in the logistics environment to suit your specific requirements. Acting as a single provider, we offer advanced technologies in combination with proven, reliable and high-performance design, process management and after-sales service. Communication with your master computer, SAP or other hosts is standard for us. The applications Palletizing solutions Manufacturing lines Factory automation Special machinery Loading of machine tools Handling systems Connections to production logistics 1 AR ECO-Cell Deburring and testing Your benefits High availability combined with maximum flexibility High productivity Integrated process management Continuous material flow Minimization of workers non-productive times Higher product quality Production 24/7 High accuracy High working speed 2 AR Parts Handling Cell Loading of machine tools and milling centres 15
Life Cycle Service Hotline and remote maintenance High availability, safety and economy during the entire service life of the system Tailored service concepts Active downtime prevention and swift response in case of a defect ensure high availability and maximum productivity of your system. As a qualified contact, we support you during the entire service life of your system. Our transparent services combined with a calculable cost framework protect the value of your assets and give you the competitive edge. You can choose the scope of our services to suit your personal requirements: Full service or individual service. Your benefits Maximum availability of the system Early recognition of wear and tear Support by experts Projectable maintenance outlay Support of operators and maintenance engineers Advice to optimize the system We can also provide full service for an existing system
Hotline & on-call duty Maintenance & inspection Very short response times On call up to 24 h, 365 days Remote maintenance via ISDN/VPN for troubleshooting System-oriented maintenance plans High availability of your system is ensured Protection of the asset value of your system Spare parts Safety inspections Individual spare part packages Speedy supply of spare parts Purchasing support and assistance with replacement of components Full Service Annual inspection of rack feeders and lifter tables according to the EN standards for safety and health protection, e.g. review of compliance with accident prevention laws Onsite service & production support Software Support Closeness to the project through on-site deployment Swift response to changed project / task situations Know-how transfer is ensured Regular software updates to ensure that your software is always up to date Training Repair Optimal system management Regular qualification of employees Shorter downtime Planning and handling of repair measures Prevention of a system failure as a result of a defect Minimized downtime 17
References Projects worldwide Renowned international corporations and medium-sized companies from all sectors of industry have been relying on our solutions for many years. And their number is increasing all the time. Germany Switzerland Austria Belgium Netherlands Denmark Turkey France Italy Sweden Spain Poland USA (Pennsylvania, New York, Michigan) Australia United Arab Emirates Russia China Aluminium industry Hydro Aluminium GmbH, Bremen-Uphusen, Raeren, Bellenberg (Germany) Aluminium Laufen AG, Liesberg (Switzerland) Pandolfo Aluminio s.p.a., Lentiai (Italy) Capral Aluminium Limited, Brisbane (Australia) ProfilGruppen Extrusions AB, Aseda (Sweden) Extrual Extruidos del Aluminio S.A., Albacete (Spain) Metales Extruidos S.A., Valladolid (Spain) Automotive Porsche AG Daimler AG Volkswagen AG BMW AG Audi AG Brose Fahrzeugteile GmbH & Co. KG ZF Trading GmbH Weber Automotive GmbH, Markdorf ZBG Motorentechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Bruck i. d. Opf. Wagner AG, Waldstadt (Switzerland) Chemical and pharmaceutical industry Roche Diagnostics GmbH, Mannheim Pfizer GmbH, Freiburg UZIN Utz AG, Ulm BASF AG, Ludwigshafen Merck KGaA, Darmstadt Dealers / mail order business Hama GmbH & Co. KG, Monheim Bauerfeind AG, Zeulenroda Verlagsgruppe Weltbild GmbH, Augsburg Inditex Gruppe (Spain) H&M Hennes & Mauritz Logistik GmbH & Co. KG, Hamburg Meyer & Meyer Internationale Spediteure GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück Food industry Griesson-de Beukelaer GmbH & Co. KG, Polch und Kahla Nestlé Deutschland AG, Singen Gordon Food Service, USA FrieslandCampina Germany GmbH, Heilbronn Production industry BSH Bosch und Siemens Hausgeräte GmbH, Bretten Andreas Stihl AG + Co. KG, Ludwigsburg
References: Modernization We ensure perfect implementation: All projects were modernized while the systems were up and running, or during weekend or public holiday closures. Areva Complete modernization 4 automatic miniload systems 2 stacker cranes Pallet conveyor system Tray conveyor system New visualization system Material flow computer Warehouse management computer Danzas Milupa Complete modernization 5 stacker cranes Complete pallet conveyor system New visualization system Material flow computer Dirks Complete modernization 5 stacker cranes Pallet conveyor system Unmanned transport systems (UTS) Material flow computer New visualization system EDEKA Complete modernization 33 rack feeders: 9 high bay warehouse storage and retrieval machines in the reserve storage area, 24 picking system rack feeders Incoming goods control Materials handling equipment in the reserve storage area Replacement of visualization Griesson Complete modernization & new safety concept 6 rack feeders 6 transfer bridges New visualization system Material flow computer Installation of personnel light barriers for safe access Hama Entire dispatch transport system Pallet conveyor system from the old high bay warehouse New visualization system New material flow computer Index Complete modernization 6 automatic miniload systems with camera system, tray conveyor and pallet conveyor New material flow computer New visualization system Maico Complete modernization 6 stacker cranes Entire pallet conveyor system New visualization system Material flow computer Norma Complete modernization 3 stacker cranes Entire pallet conveyor system New visualization system Ravensburger Complete modernization 8 stacker cranes Entire pallet conveyor system New visualization system Material flow computer Striebel & John GmbH & Co. KG 4 rack feeders Complete conversion (drive systems and entire control systems) 19
Aberle Automation GmbH & Co. KG Daimlerstraße 40, 74211 Leingarten Tel. +49 7131 9059-0 Fax +49 7131 9059-59 www.aberle-automation.com Aberle Logistics GmbH Spandauer Straße 40, 57072 Siegen Tel. +49 271 7030546-0 Fax +49 271 7030546-59 www.aberle-logistics.com Aberle Robotics GmbH Daimlerstraße 38 74211 Leingarten Tel. +49 7131 9059-500 Fax +49 7131 9059-519 www.aberle-robotics.com Offices Dahn Sindelfingen Aberle worldwide Germany Spain Thailand Turkey Aberle Group