Workers at Excel previously hand to manually handle 100-150 lb. boxes of beef in a 28ยบ F refrigerated environment.
Automated storage and transport systems at Excel's new distribution center eliminate most manual processes, improving speed and productivity while reducing labor costs.
Problem
High use of labor-intensive material handling processes increases costs.
Conventional labor costs increase proportionally with sales growth.
Hazardous work conditions reduce labor productivity, increase wage scales.
High employee turnover rates increase training costs, reduce productivity.
Reduced available labor pool increases wage scales.
Solution
Look for ways to reduce non-value added material movement.
