Intelligent Logistics Solutions - ΣSynX®

Our solution integrates control of various automated logistics and material handling equipment, both ours and other companies’, in the process from receiving to shipping at logistics sites by ΣSynX® (Sigma Syncs). In particular, in the areas of "automatic picking," "automatic receiving/shipping," and "truck loading/unloading," intelligent and automated systems can be realized in a manner that is optimized for the customer's site conditions and challenges.

1. Achieve manpower savings from multiple perspectives

In addition to utilizing logistics and material handling equipment that operates 24 hours a day, precise instructions to workers reduce training costs and improve overall operational efficiency. Visualization of inventory and location information not only improves the efficiency of logistics operations but also enables reallocation of resources to other departments such as production and management.

2. Enable synchronization and coordination of equipment regardless of the manufacturer

Our solutions enable synchronization and coordination of equipment from different manufacturers, which was difficult with conventional automation solutions. With ΣSynX, we enable not only partial optimization of each equipment but also total optimization of the warehouse.

3. We can propose the optimized implementation for each customer

We analyze the customers' warehouse conditions and issues there in detail, and conduct front-end engineering with a view to new development as needed. We verify the expected effects of implementation in advance through simulations based on operational records and survey results, and propose the most appropriate plan with a high return on investment, including partial implementation even in one corner of the warehouse only.

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4. Full knowledge of both software and hardware

In addition to the development of integrated control systems equipped with ΣSynX, our expertise in various hardware as a manufacturer enables system customization that brings out the better performance of hardware. In particular, maximized installation effects can be expected by linking with unmanned forklifts made by Mitsubishi Logisnext.

Our unique optimization engine and integrated control system combine AGF (Automated Guided Forklift), AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle), and palletizer to constitute an automated picking system. The system incorporates the know-how of skilled workers to intelligently automate complex picking operations that previously relied on human hands or personal experiences. This contributes to manpower saving, reduction of human errors, and improvement of safety, storage efficiency, and throughput.

For example, by optimizing the stacking and placement of pallets and streamlining the order processing sequence, overall processing capacity can be greatly improved.

Automated receiving/shipping

In response to daily changes in inventory locations and shipment volumes, ΣSynX optimally controls logistics and material handling equipment according to the latest demand and plans. Smart warehouse operations can be implemented by utilizing the know-how of skilled workers in determining location areas and rearranging operations. This contributes to reducing truck waiting time, improving storage efficiency, and increasing throughput.

<Example of warehouse operations using ΣSynX>

Automating truck loading and unloading (under development)

In order to respond to various environmental and operational conditions affecting truck berths (Note), we are developing an AGF (Automated Guided Forklift) all of whose wheels can be used to steer. It is equipped with functions for turning in place and　lateral movement to enable loading and unloading operations to be efficiently coordinated with human workers. In addition, we are further developing a coordination system between humans and unmanned forklifts by ∑SynX for safe collaboration between humans and machines, such as installing cushioning materials in between cargos, aiming at commercialization. We are committed to providing a logistics system that can be flexibly applied to suit customers’ workplace environments while maintaining high safety and increasing autonomous opearions. 

(Note) Space for trucks to be parked just outside the warehouse for loading and unloading