In the bustling logistics centre of Gelsenkirchen, Germany, LOXX Lagerlogistik GmbH faces the challenge of managing a high volume of goods with utmost precision. To overcome this hurdle, they’ve embraced innovative technology, ditching traditional transponders for a tagless Quuppa-powered solution from DIVIS. This breakthrough approach, leveraging Bluetooth® signals and a user-friendly app, ensures sub-meter accuracy in tracking goods across their four logistics halls. With streamlined operations, reduced costs, and heightened reliability, LOXX Lagerlogistik GmbH exemplifies how embracing technology can transform logistics efficiency.
Need for optimising logistics efficiency
The modern logistics centre at the headquarters in Gelsenkirchen in the Ruhr region includes a total of 17,000 sqm of handling and logistics space with 93 loading gates. 10,000 sqm of the area are used for international cross-docking and 7,000 sqm for logistics services as part of contract logistics. With state-of-the-art technology, the four logistics halls meet all the requirements for fast and environmentally friendly goods handling.
Addressing logistics challenges
In order to process the high volume of goods that pass through the warehouse area in Gelsenkirchen every day with consistently high service quality, seamless shipment tracking is vital for LOXX Lagerlogistik GmbH.
Since 2016, the company has relied on the CargoVIS video management system from DIVIS with the additional Location & function for scanner location to ensure punctual and damage-free deliveries to its customers. During the initial installation, it was necessary to equip the scanners with tags or transponders, small hardware parts for signal transmission.
Subsequently, the tracking delivered precise results, and the consignment research and claims processing could be considerably accelerated. However, the transponders caused ongoing costs through acquisition, maintenance and repairs. In addition, malfunctions of this hardware accessory often only became noticeable afterwards, resulting in tracking failures and ultimately missing data in the information flow of the consignment tracking.
Innovative tracking solutions
When DIVIS added the new tagless Quuppa-powered solution to their product portfolio, a solution offering reliable location information without tags, LOXX was immediately convinced. The barcode scanners can be located with sub-meter accuracy directly via an app developed by DIVIS. The Quuppa system detects Bluetooth® signals from mobile devices and registers the location of the scanned goods in the logistics hall.
The integrated Quuppa Divis app operates on any smartphone or mobile device with Bluetooth® connectivity and is less susceptible to interference due to the elimination of tags. New scanners can be effortlessly added to the locating system at any time by simply installing the app.
All four logistics halls in Gelsenkirchen were equipped with the Quuppa system. Thanks to its reliable, robust dust protection, the Quuppa solution is also ideal for harsh logistics environments. In addition, the system can be easily updated over the air and operates at a high transmission speed.
Through careful planning and with a lot of expertise, the DIVIS technical team has succeeded in deploying the system even in very different environments with different ceiling heights, etc.
Achieving operational excellence: key achievements and benefits
The implementation of innovative tracking solutions has resulted in significant operational enhancements for LOXX Lagerlogistik GmbH, including:
- Time savings with simplified goods handling in the cross-dock
- Cost savings in the elimination of the acquisition, operating and maintenance and repair costs of the tags
- Elimination of transponder malfunctions, thus increase in tracking reliability for seamless consignment tracking
- Time savings with reduced search and loading times
- Increased service quality
- Rapid return on investment through operational efficiencies and reduced costs.
NEXT STEPS
LOXX Lagerlogistik GmbH is enthusiastic and plans to continue the close cooperation with DIVIS.
Deutsche Industrie Video System GmbH (DIVIS) is an owner-managed, medium-sized company based in Bordesholm. We develop and distribute turnkey system solutions for visual consignment tracking in freight forwarding, parcel handling, and warehouse logistics throughout Europe. Our special logistics video solutions offer transparency and help make logistical processes more efficient.
Companies with over 500 locations in more than 20 European countries rely on our long-standing experience.
From medium-sized businesses to corporate groups – the intelligent systems are tailored exactly to the customer’s needs. We offer consulting, individual solution development and smooth project implementation. An efficient service guarantees sustainable success.
With more than 20 years of experience, our company stands for sustainability, partnership and high reliability.
