--- title: StoreKeeper® Smart — storemaster® warehouse technology url: https://storemaster.de/en/storekeeper-smart/ date: 23 February 2025 --- # StoreKeeper® Smart Warehouse management for the metalworking industry StoreKeeper® Smart With our web-based warehouse management software, keeping track of things has never been easier. Suitable for managing sheet metal, coil stock, long goods or general cargo. With integrated batch management. Very short training periods for new staff. Complete material flow can be mapped: material receipt, reservations and orders See for yourself the convenience and user-friendliness of our modern digitalisation solution for your warehouse. Go directly to the shop ≫ Secure your free demo access to StoreKeeper® Smart today! Demo access ≫ StoreKeeper® Smart The StoreKeeper® Smart warehouse management software is compatible with all HandlingLagerSystem systems and suits all types of materials: optimised and compact sheet metal storage (including scrap sheet management), long goods storage (including management of leftover lengths), coil storage and general cargo management. The web-based software can be used on all devices without the need for installation. You can customise the user interface to suit your requirements and create as many user profiles as you need. The application supports a wide range of stock management techniques: location-based, chaotic, and according to the FIFO, Kanban or ABC principles. Key benefits at a glance Very short training period for new staff Intuitive user interface Customisable, simple structure Any third-party interface can be connected via GraphQL on request Peripherals can be customised on request (barcode printers and scanners, LED shelf compartment identification, local black box server, etc.) Cloud-based application for continuous access via PC or mobile devices No need for your own server No maintenance required Regular system updates and direct troubleshooting Redundant data backup Integrated batch management Complete material flow can be mapped: goods receipt, reservations and orders Costs You pay a one-off licence fee for an unlimited number of users, including hosting, with no ongoing costs Warehouse Management Software – Keep track of everything easily with StoreKeeper Smart Sophisticated warehouse technology comes hand in hand with a clever warehouse management system (WMS). With well-designed warehouse management software such as StoreKeeper Smart, you always have an overview of your stock levels, your stock levels, the configuration of your storage locations and the availability of items. Our warehouse management system thus helps you digitise your sheet metal and coil warehouse. It also enables integration with common warehouse handling systems. Installation is quick and easy. Warehouse management software with a wide range of applications The StoreKeeper Smart warehouse management system is designed for use in sheet metal and coil warehouses. It is also capable of managing general cargo. It comprehensively meets the warehouse management requirements of companies in the metalworking industry. Its functions include: Management of sheet metal, coils, long goods and general cargo; overview, search and editing functions at the stock and item levels; transaction history across the various levels, along with traceability by date and user; management of sheet metal remnants with optimised storage and utilisation of partially used sheetsStraightforward printing of appropriate barcodes to support visual storage location identification and product identification; digital, visual guidance when locating storage locations; the warehouse management software can be configured according to various methods of storage location allocation. These include:numerical storage location allocation, whereby specific groups of items can be assigned to defined storage sections; chaotic storage location allocation, whereby free storage locations of a suitable size are assigned to appropriate items; the ABC principle, whereby items are sorted according to their turnoverand thus frequency of accessFIFO (First-In-First-Out) or the Kanban system, in which the items first placed into storage are given priority when being removed or reused These various methods of storage location allocation enable StoreKeeper Smart to be used in a range of operational contexts. The warehouse management software supports you in the processes you have defined for handling your items. The benefits of our warehouse management software explained briefly StoreKeeper Smart warehouse management is specifically designed to meet the requirements of sheet metal and coil warehouses. With its built-in processes, it can also manage long goods, general cargo and offcuts. The warehouse management system thus covers all the needs of companies in the metalworking industry. All your benefits at a glance:  Available at any time With StoreKeeper Smart, you get a web-based warehouse management system solution that operates in the cloud. This means it can be used on any device via a web browser without the need for installation. Users can therefore access their individual accounts from a variety of devices.  Time-saving Our cloud-based warehouse management software is quick and easy to set up. No dedicated server is required to use the system. Maintenance is carried out centrally as and when necessary, with no effort required on your part. Regular system updates are downloaded directly the next time you open the programme in your browser. Redundant data backups of your stock levels and other data are performed in the background to protect you and your business against potential data loss.  No hidden, recurring costs Users are only charged a one-off licence fee. There are no ongoing costs for our stock management software. With Storekeeper Smart, there are neither annual licence fees nor single-user licences. Create as many user profiles within the application as you need.  Customisable The user interface of the warehouse management system can be customised to suit your requirements. For example, you can move columns in the stock table view to positions that make sense for your workflow. Furthermore, you can choose from a variety of methods for storage location management. This ensures that StoreKeeper aligns precisely the processes within your organisation.  Further features of the warehouse management software The smart core functions of our warehouse managementsoftware can be expanded as required with peripheral applications. These options allow you, on the one hand, to further digitise your warehouse systems. On the other hand, you can make your inventory management even more effective by using additional relevant digital, visual and process-based tools in conjunction with your warehouse management system.  Compatible with products from the storemaster warehouse technology range The storemaster solutions for sheet metal, coils and long goods can be managed superbly with StoreKeeper Smart. Warehouse technology such as ShuttleTower and SplittingStore works optimally when managed via StoreKeeper. With the WMS’s clever functions and optimised storage location allocation, you can achieve unprecedented storage density for your sheet metal, slit coil stacks and long goods.  LED strip compartment indicator Warehouse productivity is a key performance indicator in many businesses. Materials need to be moved as quickly as possible to ensure continuous production and delivery. Staff may, under certain circumstances, spend a great deal of time searching for the correct storage location. The StoreKeeper Smart warehouse management system therefore visualises the layout of a tower or a rack in top and front views as standard. Light strips provide further visual support. These are particularly bright and eye-catching LED light strip signs that can be attached to any bay as required. The display can be individually programmed thanks to the multi-colourdesign. The illuminated shelf indicator makes shelf and space allocation a breeze. The clear identification of the correct storage location not only speeds up the process but also helps to prevent errors. After all, if you get it right first time, you avoid having to make unnecessary trips due to missing items, nor do you hold up production by delivering the wrong material.  Light-guided storage location allocation (Pick-by-Light) Particularly in chaotic warehousing, where the correct storage location cannot be systematically identified whilst walking through the warehouse, assistance is needed during put-away and retrieval. Visual signals have proven to be particularly effective in this regard. The LED bin indicator on the relevant shelf bin flashes automatically following activation via the StoreKeeper warehouse management software.  RFID Transponder Kits RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is a method for automatically identifying storage locations or machine handover points. StoreKeeper Smart supports the use of RFID transponder kits. It eliminates various sources of error when confirming the correct combination of flat storage location or other handover points in the process, and also speeds up the various workflows. The transponder cabling is routed through cable ducts recessed into the rack profile, thereby protecting it from damage. This ensures the longevity of your hardware.  Barcode Kit In scanner-based processes, the identification of storage locations, workstations and items is essential. When dealing with raw materials such as sheet metal, coils and long products, the barcode printer should ideally always be to hand. This is because barcode labels must be created both upon delivery and when recording leftover sheet metal. With the StoreKeeper Smart software, you can print the barcodes for specific items directly at the touch of a buttonprint the barcodes for specific items with a single click. The combination of our warehouse management system and the Barcode Kit (comprising a printer, tags and scanners) also makes managing leftover sheets much easier. Information on the kits ≫ Frequently asked questions about stock management for metalworking : ;What types of items can be managed in StoreKeeper Smart? StoreKeeper Smart is suitable for the stock management of flat stock (sheets, plates, blanks, etc.), long goods (pipes, rods, rolls, etc.), strip material (coils, slit strips, goods sold by the metre, etc.) and general cargo. The item types differ in terms of how quantities are managed, e.g. in units of area or length, by weight or by number of items. Individual item types can be enabled or disabled for you by customer support. Should you require further item types, please do not hesitate to contact us. : ;How does user management work? Either you will be provided with an access code and your staff will enter their own staff codes themselves, or, for small teams, it is possible to obtain access for each user with individual user rights. Rights can be assigned in a granular and individual manner, tailored to your company’s needs and processes. Examples: only the order preparation team can reserve new items; only the goods-in team can record new stock; etc. : ;On which devices and operating systems does the system run? This stock management software can be used independently of the operating system. In other words, it makes no difference whether you use a Mac or a Microsoft PC: this stock management software is a cloud-based, browser-driven application that your staff can access from any modern web browser: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, etc. The software is optimised for display on tablet and desktop screens, as well as laptops. : ;Is the warehouse management solution compatible with our ERP system? Yes, thanks to integrated interfaces, StoreKeeper® Smart’s warehouse management system is fully compatible with standard ERP systems. This allows all processes in sheet metal, coil, long goods or general cargo warehouses to be directly linked to your central business software. This means: no more manual double-entry, but a seamless flow of data. Item movements, stock levels and material consumption can be processed directly within electronic systems. This allows you to maintain control at all times and reliably monitor your warehouse processes. This seamless integration saves time, reduces sources of error and ensures greater efficiency throughout the entire value chain – from goods receipt right through to production. : ;How does the Pick-by-Light function in warehouse management for metalworking? The Pick-by-Light function in StoreKeeper® Smart ensures efficient order picking in sheet metal, coil, long-length or general cargo warehouses. An LED light strip visually highlights the correct storage location – ideal for monitored processes in chaotic storage environments. The position is displayed in real time, facilitating smooth retrieval without the need for searching. Every access is automatically recorded, stored with a timestamp and user name, and made directly available in the system for further entries. Thanks to the interface with the ERP solution, all documents and stockdata. In this way, modern warehouse management systems create maximum transparency and enable precise working where speed is of the essence. : ;Which items can be managed using the metalworking warehouse management system? With our metalworking warehouse management system, you can keep track of all types of items in your business – from sheet metal and coils to long goods and general cargo. The StoreKeeper® Smart App supports the structured warehouse management that metalworking companies require to organise their business processes efficiently and in a future-proof manner. Whether flat stock such as sheet metal and plates, strip material such as coils or yard-goods, tubes, bars or individually packaged general cargo – the software enables precise recording, storageand movement of these item types. Every stock transfer, reorder, withdrawal or storage is fully documented to ensure maximum transparency regarding all stock movements. Thanks to real-timeprocessing of your data, you have an overview of your current stock at all times. With features such as a detailed digital transaction history, as well as a barcode scanner and printer, stock management becomes paperless, efficient and ensures that all deliveries are processed correctly. Outgoing goods can also be reliably tracked via the system. Thanks to seamless integration with existing ERP systems or as a complement to your current ERP software, processes relating to bookkeeping, invoicing and documentation can be optimally streamlined. This automates the entire flow of information within the warehouse and leads to improved workflows. Digitalised data capture not only increases speed but also simplifies operation and saves valuable resources. Thanks to StoreKeeper® Smart, you can successfully manage your metal products – with a modern, high-performance warehouse management system. : ;What is a warehouse management system for metalworking, and how does it support day-to-day operations? A warehouse management system for metalworking is now far more than just the recording of storage locations – it is the digital backbone of modern warehouse logistics. Clear processes, flexibility and efficiency are particularly crucial when processing sheet metal, coils, long goods or general cargo. This is precisely where the web-based StoreKeeper® Smart app comes into its own: it provides a transparent overview of stock levels, storage locations and item availability – at any time, on any device and with no installation required. The integration of various stock management methods – from the chaotic principle to FIFO or ABC – makes it particularly adaptable. Whether for goods receipt, order picking or ongoing stocktaking: the app supports metalworking businesses with well-designed functions and an intuitive interface. This allows material movements and orders to be conveniently recorded digitally and analysed within the system. Thanks to open interfaces with ERP and production systems, StoreKeeper® Smart can be flexibly integrated into your existing processes. The modular structure allows you to use precisely those software solutions that suit your specific operational structure. For example, scrap sheet metal management can be used as a standalone module. Intelligent technologies such as pick-by-light, LED bin indicators and RFID are available to support automation. Implementation is straightforward: no dedicated server is required, system updates are managed centrally and access is via a web browser. This means that digitalisation in metal fabrication becomes a solution rather than a challenge. StoreKeeper® Smart is the smart answer to the complex warehousing processes involved in day-to-day operations. Software compatible with: DPDFG Start Main Container 2015CoilStore® horizontalSlit strip storage system for coil widths up to 600 mm on push-in system pallets with a shelf load of up to 10 t from €2,615.00 See details " DPDFG End Post Item Container CoilStore® vertical Coil storage system for forklift mandrel handling Storage system for sensitive coil surfaces from €3,639.00 See details " DPDFG End Post Item Container CoilStore® mobile Coil storage for coils on push-in system pallets using load straps that protect surfaces from €8,800.00 See details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 1998 ArmStrong® classic Heavy-duty cantilever racking for long loads Robust, professional steel construction in accordance with UVV Self-locking插销 system safety first – BG recommendation 20-year guarantee From €1,232.00 View details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 2012 ArmStrong® swingout long-item storage swivelling bay racking for crane operation with swivelling storage levels, each with a load capacity of 3 tonnes 20-year guarantee from €13,479.00 See details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 2000 TwenTower® LGThe profile storage system for professionals Drawer storage system for bars and profiles The original storemaster® from 2000 20-year warranty from €20,960.00 See details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 2000 ShuttleMaster® Cassette Change System Every type of sheet metal delivered just-in-time to the machine. Temporary buffer system with no waiting time. Professional steel construction with a 20-year guaranteeThe storemaster® Original from 2008 from €27,353.00 See details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 2001 ShuttleTower® Cassette Sheet Metal Storage The original from 2001 with the highest storage density on the market featuring the storemaster® safety insertion patent professional steel construction engineering (rigidly connected joints, 5-fold buckling resistance) Resistant to forklift impacts 20-year guarantee from €6,599.00 See details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 1995TwenTower® universal sheet metal storage pallets-Interchangeable system in manufacturing and the steel trade for wooden pallets and euroFLAT® system pallets with 20-year guarantee from €8,454.00 See details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 2000MasterTower® classic sheet metal storage-Drawer rack with integrated crane vacuum technology Extendable rail walls with no floor contact Manual and electric extension Professional steel construction with a 20-year guarantee The storemaster® Original from 2000 from €19,657.00 See details » DPDFG End Post Item Container 1996TwenTower® Classic sheet metal storage standard shelving units with up to 26 drawers in the system Swivelling pull-out rail panels with no floor contact Automatic over-swing lock Self-locking, UVV-compliant patented drawer fall protection in accordance with BG Professional steel construction with long-lasting functionality and a 20-year guarantee Manual and electric pull-out mechanisms available at a small additional cost The original storemaster® from 1996 – a 30-year success story from €11,644.00 View details » DPDFG End Post Item Container DPDFG End Main Container No accessories found. All storemaster® products are manufactured 100% in Germany. Our certificates We are a reliable and strong business partner. Our work is characterised by reliability and consideration. Sustainable packaging More than 1 million trees are felled across Europe every year just to use their wood to transport a single sheet metal package from A to B. Is that really necessary? storemaster® says no and has invented a load carrier that remains in permanent use without needing to be replaced or disposed of. More information → RAL Environmental Quality Mark The Blue Angel is the oldest environmental label and one of the most prestigious quality marks in the world. RAL has been the sole awarding body for the Blue Angel in Germany since 1978. Highest Product Quality We are fully confident in our stock products, not only in terms of their content but in every other respect too. That is why we offer a 20-year guarantee on all storemaster® products. A strong partner storemaster GmbH & Co. KG is one of the 2% German companies to have been awarded the “CrefoZert” for exceptionally good creditworthiness. Creditreform thus certifies that our business conduct is impeccable and that the outlook for the future is positive. Your perfect business partner! StoreKeeper® Smart Warehouse Management With the StoreKeeper® Smart warehouse management software, you have a complete overview of your entire warehouse at all times. Integrate your ERP system and you’re ready to go. StoreKeeper® Smart is cloud-based and can therefore be used across all platforms. More information → Optimally organised and transparent: PDF documents for utility models, trade marks and certificates. Rest assured, thanks to our transparent and accessible way of working, that we are a reliable and professional partner for your enquiries and requirements! Go to the PDF downloads → Still have questions? We look forward to hearing from you. Enquire here ≫