Final Destination..Final Home

Even with so many obstacles and challenges on the journey, the team manages to overcome the problems and reaches their destination on time...before 22 Jan 2007...our final destination...our final home...home sweet home...

Identification Please.. CHECK 3

Trail THREE

CHECK 3: Identification and Control Equipment - Magnetic Stripe

(1) Magnetic Stripe

=> Data encoded on a magnetic stripe that is readable in alnost any environment

=> Requires contact with a reader

=> Greater storage capability and more expensive than bar codes

=> Used in applications like credit/debit cards, membership cards etc.

Identification Please.. CHECK 2

Trail THREE

Check 2: Identification and Control Equipment - Radio Frequency (RF) Tag

(1) Radio Frequency (RF) Tag

=> Data encoded on chip encased in a tag

=> Can be read when the tag in within 30 ft. of an antenna (non-contact)

=> RF tags have greater data storage capability then Bar Codes

(1.1) Picture of a RF Tag Antenna

Identification Please.. CHECK 1

Trail THREE

CHECK 1 : Identification and Control Equipment - Bar Codes

(1) Bar Codes

=> Unique bar/space patterns represent various alphanumeric characters

=> A bar code system consists of bar code label, bar code scanner, and bar code printer

(1.1) Bar Code Reader

=> Two types of bar code reader: Contact and Non-Contact barcode scanners (Picture shown above is a Non-Contact Barcode Scanner)

Identification Please..

Trail THREE: Identification and Control Equipment

Identification and control equipment is used to collect and communicate information. The information is used to coordinate the flow of materials within and between a facility and its suppliers and customers.


Some examples of Identification and Control Equipment:

(1) Bar Codes

(2) Radio Frequency (RF) tag

(3) Magnetic Stripe

Breakdown!! PIT STOP 2

Trail TWO

PIT STOP 2: Storage Equipment - Storage Carousel, Drive-Through & Drive-In Rack

(1) Storage Carousel

=> Carousel consists of a set of vertically or horizontally revolving storage baskets or bins (picture shown above is a Vertical Storage Carousel)
=> Materials and the storage medium move to the operator (part-to-man), for
end-of-aisle picking
=> Each level can rotate independently in a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction

(2) Drive-Through Rack

=> Loads supported by rails attached to the upright beams
=> Lift Trucks driven between the upright beams
=> Open at both ends, allowing access from both ends (FIFO)

(3) Drive-In Rack

=> Similar as Drive-Through Rack, except that it is closed at one end, allowing entry from only one end (LIFO)

Breakdown!! PIT STOP 1

Trail TWO
PIT STOP 1: Storage Equipment - Automatic Storage/Retrieval Systems (ASRS)

ASRS consists of an integrated computer-controlled system that combines the storage medium, transport mechanism, and controls with various levels of automation for fast and accurate random storage of products and materials.

Major Types of ASRS:

(1) Unit Load ASRS

=> Used to store or retrieve loads that are palletized or unitized and weigh over 500 lbs
=> Stacking heights are up to 130 feet high

(2) Miniload ASRS

=> Used to store or retrieve small parts and tools that can be stored in a storage bin or drawer
=> Stacking heights range from 12 to 20 feet

(3) Man-On-Board ASRS

=> Used for in-aisle picking, operator picks from shelves or drawers within the storage structure
=> Manual or automatic control

(4) Deep-Lane ASRS

=> Similar to unit load ASRS, except loads can be stored to greater depths in the storage rack
=> A rack-entry vehicle is used to carry loads into the racks from the storage retrieval machine and is controlled by the machine