--- title: Warehouse planning - storemaster® Warehouse technology url: https://storemaster.de/en/logistik-planung/ date: 2018-09-01 --- # Warehouse planning Warehouse planning A free service from storemaster® Your planning questionnaire ≫ Material flow planning and system consulting go hand in hand. After installation, our after-sales service is at your disposal. We plan your material flow U Analyze We analyze the current situation of the material flow in your company. .dipi_timeline_item_content .dipi_timeline_item_card  Project planning We design suitable work equipment. .dipi_timeline_item_content .dipi_timeline_item_card j Develop We develop and design world-renowned logistics systems for you. .dipi_timeline_item_content .dipi_timeline_item_card  Install We produce and install unique functionality and quality that lasts. .dipi_timeline_item_content .dipi_timeline_item_card The heavy-duty systems developed by storemaster® are used to feed material to predominantly metalworking machines. In order to save time and effort, the aim is to place as many of the material types assigned to the machine as possible in the immediate vicinity of the machine and to make each individual type available for quick access. The effective use of suitable material handling storage systems not only ensures safety during transportation and storage, but also the use of ergonomically designed handling equipment to prevent accidents and, in particular, extremely space-saving storage with clear storage organization in the sense of efficient goods and warehouse management, as made possible by the wood-free sheet stack storage system created by storemaster® in 1998. Load carriers such as drawers, flats, racks, pallets and cassettes specially designed for the type of material, weight and volume of the stored goods are used for storage and transportation. Materials are moved by transportation and conveying equipment such as forklifts, cranes, hoists, manipulators and robots. Drawers can be operated by crane, robot or forklift; storage towers of various types and dimensions are used for pure forklift operation. All load carriers and systems are characterized by particularly high storage density and convenient handling properties. Optimal planning for you We have prepared a helpful questionnaire for you to help us plan the optimum storage solution for you. Please take a moment to fill out the questionnaire that matches your requirements so that we can give you the best possible advice on your storage system. We look forward to your project! Questionnaire for system consulting For sheet metal storage ≫ For long goods storage ≫ The redesign, expansion and optimization of internal logistics is storemaster's top competence. Our customers are experts in the handling and processing of sheet metal and long goods. We support you with our expertise in warehouse technology and systems as well as professional warehouse planning. storemaster's warehouse planning service provides you with the specialist knowledge of our engineers. Benefit from our many years of experience working with companies in the metalworking industry. We design with a view to efficient processes, ergonomic handling, safe working with heavy loads and optimum utilization of your buildings. Benefit from our non-binding advice on our warehouse planning service and contact us. We plan your material flow in just 5 steps. Optimum material handling in production and logistics is our strength. Storemaster collects data and information about your processes, analyzes them carefully and presents you with a well thought-out concept for your material flow. Our warehouse planning service follows these 5 steps: Step 1: Warehouse planning New warehouse, expansion or optimization of an existing warehouse required? storemaster advises on all challenges in connection with the entire logistics process, from incoming raw materials such as sheet metal, long goods and coils to outgoing finished products. We specialize in the optimal flow of materials in companies in the metalworking industry. As part of our warehouse planning service, we design hall layouts in 2D and 3D to better visualize processes and spatial conditions. Our engineers are very familiar with the processing machines commonly used on the market. With this knowledge, we take their special features into account from the outset when planning your logistics. Step 2: Material handling The most important task of intralogistics is to provide the internal production processes with the right material on time. The selection of the right load carrier for transportation depends on the respective requirements. In our warehouse planning service, we find customer-oriented solutions which, in addition to efficient processes, also take occupational safety and ergonomics into account. These include, for example, perfectly adapted vacuum traverses. Furthermore, heavy-duty transport trolleys that can be turned on the spot reduce internal forklift traffic. Our storage systems can also be used as intermediate storage for partially processed material. Here, raw material is cut to size after removal from a storage tower, collected in load carriers or drawer towers and is then ready for finishing. Step 3: Residual sheets The management and storage of offcuts is becoming increasingly important. Especially in the case of expensive stainless steel or aluminum material, residual sheet recycling saves resources and costs. Traditionally, offcuts are placed back on the respective sheet pile in an undefined manner or stored collectively. In contrast to conventional residual sheet storage, we attach great importance to further processability. This is why storemaster uses a system in which offcuts are cut into the largest possible, manageable rectangles. This enables space-compressed storage in residual sheet drawers. Assignment to a defined storage location ensures the corresponding storage availability. This makes both the further processing and storage of remnant sheets more cost-effective than using remnant sheet programs with individual article numbers, for example. Step 4: Warehouse management software Once the optimum layout of your warehouse, the warehouse components for storage and the intralogistics processes have been determined, the next step is to manage your processes. storemaster has developed the tried-and-tested Storekeeper Smart App for this purpose. The software is browser-based and therefore requires no installation on the end devices. It supports various warehouse management methods. The warehouse management system is also able to manage complex sheet metal warehouses, control residual sheets and cover long goods warehouses, coil warehouses and general cargo management. The Storekeeper Smart app is compatible with all handling storage systems and can therefore be used in most environments. Storekeeper Smart efficiently rounds off the management of your sheet metal warehouse. Step 5: Assembly, maintenance and customer aftercare Successful commissioning of your sheet metal storage components requires quick and easy assembly. For this reason, we deliver our storage technology block-assembled. The customer simply sets it up. We take care of shipping optimization and the pre-assembly of the largest possible assemblies. On request, you also have the option of having the elements of the storage system assembled on site by experienced partner companies. The components of our tried-and-tested systems can be easily reordered even after decades - whether to replace existing ones or to expand a functioning system. We will be happy to advise you on the maintenance and servicing as well as the annual inspection of our shelving systems - without expensive maintenance contracts. Advantages of a new and individual warehouse concept from storemaster With storemaster, you can count on a reliable, proven and experienced partner for warehouse planning services. Your advantages at a glance: Advantages at a glance High level of technical expertise in planning and implementation 50 years of experience with concepts for the metalworking industry Proven quality that lasts Customized solutions for your requirements Free service for new planning, redesign and optimization storemaster® has in-depth knowledge of the market and designs its own storage systems to meet the requirements of various industries. Frequently asked questions about warehouse planning : Why is professional warehouse planning particularly important in the metalworking industry? Professional warehouse planning is essential in the metalworking industry - especially when storing sheet metal. Large and heavy goods such as sheet metal place high demands on safety, efficiency and technical warehouse organization. Sophisticated warehouse planning not only ensures structured processes in the warehouse, but is also crucial for smooth production and well-coordinated material flow management. Sheet metal cannot simply be stacked - its sensitive surface, variety of dimensions and weight require optimized storage systems that are precisely tailored to the operational requirements. This is precisely where storemaster® comes in with an individual storage concept: Our systems offer space-saving storage, facilitate access and protect the material in the long term. The storemaster® system offers clear advantages, especially for frequently changing stocks or automated storage processes. Another important aspect is the Storekeeper Smart App for modern warehousing. This browser-based software enables intelligent management of stock levels, from goods receipt to the processing of residual sheets. In combination with our heavy-duty shelving and handling technologies tailored to your processes, we support safe, efficient and ergonomic warehouse logistics. A well-designed storage solution not only relieves your skilled workers, but also increases safety in the workplace. For companies in the sheet metal and steel industry, professional warehouse optimization is therefore not a luxury - it is an essential investment in the future and profitability of your business. : Can existing warehouse structures also be analyzed and optimized? storemaster® analyzes existing warehouse structures with a precise as-is analysis and shows how processes can be significantly improved through targeted retrofitting and conversion. Our experts look at each warehouse operation individually and develop a warehouse strategy that optimizes your flow of goods and makes efficient use of your warehouse space. Existing systems such as pallet racking or shelving can be intelligently supplemented or replaced - always with a view to the storage of sheet metal. We also use modern warehouse management systems to organize your processes and make them sustainable in the long term. This turns your current structure into a future-proof logistics service that offers real process optimization - down to every single shelf. : Which materials and products are primarily taken into account in warehouse planning? Our warehouse planning focuses on materials that are used daily in the metalworking industry - primarily sheet metal, but also long goods, coils and offcuts. These goods place high demands on storage, distribution and warehouse organization. At storemaster® we take the special properties of these materials into account right from the start: weight, dimensions, sensitivity and interaction with existing machines. Our systems ensure space-saving and ergonomic storage optimization with a focus on both people and technology. Residual sheets are stored in special drawer modules that facilitate the recording and subsequent checking of storage locations thanks to clear labeling and defined positions. This increases efficiency and significantly reduces search times for your employees. The structure of the aisles, the optimum positioning of shelving elements and digitalization via our intelligent warehouse management system are also incorporated into all planning. The monitoring and targeted reduction of material losses are just as much a part of our concept as the integration into existing operational processes. In this way, storemaster® ensures a holistic warehouse solution that takes all types of material into account - always with the aim of maximally well thought-out, safe and economical warehouse planning. : How does storemaster® support companies in planning new warehouses? storemaster® supports companies in the planning of new warehouses with a clearly structured step-by-step process based on decades of experience. Right from the start, our experts analyze the requirements for the storage of sheet metal and other materials such as long goods or coils. Quantities, material flows and specific production conditions are taken into account. The aim is to achieve an effective combination of storage layout, material handling and production processes. We create clear 2D and 3D CAD visualizations that give you a realistic overview of the planned processes and structures at an early stage. This allows adjustments to be made at the design stage - an important basis for improving warehouse organization. Our planning takes into account the optimum use of your storage space, short distances from goods in to goods out and a clearly structured storage area that meets all safety and ergonomic requirements. Sophisticated racking systems and solutions for dynamic processes create the necessary flexibility for future growth. Integration into existing systems, whether warehouse management or supply chain, is a matter of course. Factors such as packaging, pallet handling and available resources are also incorporated into the concept - for a future-proof overall system that permanently optimizes your warehouse activities. : What are the costs of warehouse planning? At storemaster®, advice on warehouse planning is completely free of charge for you - regardless of whether it is a new build, conversion or optimization of existing warehouses. Together, we analyze what your company really needs to store sheet metal safely, efficiently and appropriately. We develop individual solutions using the latest technologies from the logistics sector. The aim is to reduce your storage costs and make optimum use of your storage capacity. With intelligent systems for warehouse management, targeted automation and well-organized warehouse logistics, we create more usable space, optimize your storage locations and sustainably improve your central material availability. : What industry-specific requirements can warehouse planning map? storemaster® specializes in warehouse planning for the complex requirements of the metalworking industry. Whether heavy goods such as sheet metal, large formats or sensitive surfaces - we develop individual strategies for safe and efficient storage. Even high halls and limited space are no problem for us: With special solutions such as drawer towers or height-optimized shelving systems, we make maximum use of your storage space. Our systems enable dynamic storage in which access, handling and replenishment are ideally coordinated. This minimizes throughput times, prevents material damage and sustainably optimizes the entire storage and production flow. Our product range includes: Sheet metal storage, coil storage, long goods storage, special solutions such as special roofing or the utilization of particularly high heights. With our warehouse planning service, we design the optimum solution for your business. Take a look at our concept first and then decide on the design of your choice. Contact us without obligation and make an appointment. Our engineers look forward to getting to know you and your processes better. 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