SSI SCHAEFER solution improves operation productivity throughout the warehouse

By OEM Update Editorial July 9, 2022 12:23 pm IST

The growing demands created an issue of storage space so, SSI SCHAEFER was chosen by Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation to analyze and execute the logistics concept.

In today’s global market, an effective supply chain for the electrical equipment industry is vital to deliver a readily available supply of electrical components that consumer now expects. Thai leading electrical equipment distributor, Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation, continues to set new standards for product reliability and excellent customer service. Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation is a leading importer and wholesaler of electrical components in Thailand. For over 40 years, the company has been offering quality products such as control components and accessories for control systems. Currently, Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation handles over 500 dealers and continues to set new standards for product reliability and excellent customer service.

In order to serve the growing demands and maintain market leadership, SSI SCHAEFER was chosen to analyze and execute the logistics concept. The intralogistics expert implemented the 7-level multi-tier Mezzanine platform system to store diverse goods of different sizes and picking requirements while ensuring the highest safety. Chayamporn Taeratanachai, Managing Director, Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation said, “With a very cost effective solution that delivered an increase storage capacity perfectly. So, we were very happy with SSi Schaefer as our implementation partner.”

The challenge 

Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation wanted to provide customers with a comprehensive product range for complex applications. The aim was to increase product range and create a better overall customer experience. In addition, the growing demands created an issue of storage space to ensure a fast supply chain to serve the Thai market demand. Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation built a new distribution center and worked closely with SSI SCHAEFER to optimize space utilization and product traceability.

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Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation selected SSI SCHAEFER to conduct an analysis of the warehouse activity and propose a cost-effective storage solution. The solution comprises of a 7-level multi-tier Mezzanine fitted with the Interlock 600 Long-span Shelving to provide customizable storage for a wide range of SKUs. The shelving systems include multiple adjustments to provide ideal ergonomics for the storage of cartons, small parts boxes and loose items. Thanks to the superior materials, the structural design offers not only a high load capacity but also a maximum amount of safety to the warehouse. In order to optimize the flow of the supply chain in the warehouse, goods are categorized on specific floors of the mezzanine. Goods with fast-moving categories are stored on the 1st to 3rd floor, slower- moving items are on the 4th floor and buffered stocks are on the 5th and 6th floor. The rooftop on the 7th floor is catered for air ventilation.

The result 

With 2,314 compartments to store part items of various SKUs, SSI SCHAEFER solution for Teerachaiphaisarn Corporation has successfully catered the storage space for over 12,000 SKUs. Most importantly, the solution improves operation productivity throughout the warehouse to serve customers efficiently and quickly.