A Look At Storage Systems Baltimore MD

Modular combination cabinets store, secure and move items of varied sizes and shapes. Offered in seven full sidewall heights, the cabinets hold up to 440 pounds. Configurable with a variety of drawer sizes in either full or shadow depths, the cabinets can include a shelf or roll-out tray for storage of bulky items. A choice of bases is offered: mobile, fork truck, pallet truck, frame or wet clean base. Optional tops made of stainless steel, plastic laminate or butcher block make the top a functional work surface. For security, removable core locks, keyed-alike master lock groupings, a keypad lock or hinged lock bars may be specified, with a central locking system that locks all drawers in the cabinet with one key. Lista International, 800-722-3020, www.listaintl.com.

Precise, linear-motion ball bearing drawer slides are offered as an option for all of the supplier's storage cabinets. Offered for four drawer widths and two drawer depths, the slides work with all existing drawer and cabinet heights. Custom combinations of traditional drawer carriages with the ball bearing slides create unique cabinets capable of storing an array of parts and equipment. Each ball bearing drawer slide can be removed and relocated as necessary for cabinet reconfiguration. Stanley Vidmar, 800-523-9462, www.stanleyvidmar.com.

Store critical safety supplies nearby and centrally located in a safety center for faster response time to spills, injuries or emergencies on the shop floor. The cabinet features 14-gauge, all-welded construction, see-through Lexan doors for visual inventory without opening the doors and safety-yellow finish. The unit's forklift base allows easy movement through a facility, while an extra-heavy padlock attachment prevents theft during non-working hours. Lyon Workspace Products, 800-323-0096, www.lyonworkspace.com.

By only permitting authorized employees to log into the Smart Tool Crib system using their existing ID cards, the crib secures tooling. The system allows the selection of specific tools or equipment from compartments identified on a flat panel monitor. After login, the doors open automatically for item removal. Closing the door marks the compartment as empty, and the system records the identity of the person who accessed it. Time of access, duration of possession and time of return are all logged. Administrators can open all doors in seconds, or lock down the system completely. Penco Products, 800-562-1000, www.pencoproducts.com.

Formed from modular components including plastic coated tubing, joints, hardware accessories and acrylic sheets, this tool storage cabinet features locking doors to safeguard equipment while keeping items clean and neat. The flexibility of the pipe and joint system encourages custom construction of units to meet unique application needs including size, mobility, capacity and combined secure and open storage. Ideal for machine setup stations, the unit keeps hand tools, machining tools and holders secure. It may also be used for orderly storage of fixtures, jigs and associated mounting devices or near assembly stations where tools and assembly components can be secured. Creform, 800-839-8823, www.creform.com.

Folding Security Trucks safely hold valuable equipment. Manufactured of all-welded components and wire mesh walls for air circulation and visibility, the cabinet collapses down to 6 inches deep when empty for storage. Measuring 27 x 44 x 76.5 inches, the trucks are offered in two finishes: painted gray and stainless steel. The units store up to 2,000 pounds of material and incorporate one center shelf that may be folded up to create one large interior storage area. Access to the cart is preventable with a door locking latch that can be padlock-secured. For mobility, the cart incorporates four 6 x 2 inch mold-on-rubber casters: two rigid and two swivel. Vestil Manufacturing, 800-348-0868, www.vestil.com.

Three models of extra heavy duty, lockable storage cabinets securely store unusually heavy contents. The cabinets are constructed of 12 gauge steel, fully welded. For added protection against forced entry, flush doors are mounted on robust hinge pins that prevent sagging. Sturdy three-point, cast steel locking handles with 0.375-inch diameter rods are included along with provision for a padlock. The cabinets measure 24 x 78 inches and come in three widths: 36, 48 and 60 inches. All models feature four 14-gauge steel shelves adjustable on 2.5 inch centers. Shelf weight capacities range from 1,200 to 1,900 pounds, depending on the model. For movement by forklift, each model's base incorporates 6-inch high box style legs. Durham Manufacturing, 800-243-3774, www.durhammfg.com.

DuraTough all-welded storage cabinets are manufactured in both 16 gauge heavy duty and 14 gauge extra heavy duty models. A choice of standard cold rolled steel and corrosion resistant Galvanneal steel with a zinc-iron alloy coating to protect against high-humidity and moist environments is also offered. Featuring two solid doors with 18 gauge full-height door stiffeners welded inside and to the top and bottom flanges, the cabinets come in three heights: 42, 60 and 78 inches. Formed shelves provide maximum capacity and are adjustable on 3-inch centers. Hallowell, a division of List Industries, 866-566-0500, www.hallowell-list.com.

Ideal for use in holding small packages for pick up at shipping and receiving areas, welded storage lockers may also be used as secure employee lockers with no view restriction. The units are all welded and delivered fully assembled ready for use. Sizes offered include: 18, 24, 30 and 36 x 75 inches high. Each opening has a 21 inch clearance between shelves and each compartment is equipped with padlock lugs. Jesco Industries, 517-542-2903, www.jescoonline.com.

For highly complex sequencing, build-to-order manufacturing capabilities are now included in the E2e supply chain execution suite. Ideal for manufacturers and suppliers of complex products?including automotive, electronics, computers, glass, windows and doors?the software also manages just-in-time in line sequencing, error proofing and traceability to reduce costs and improve material and information flows. The solution tracks component and revision levels, expiration dates and code dates critical for recall traceability, warranty processing, returns disposition and repair forecasting. RedPrairie, 877-733-7724, www.redprairie.com.

Version 4.1 of Web-based enterprise returns management software has been released. Automation of returns for industrial manufacturers runs through a dashboard for real-time visibility. The system manages the entire returns lifecycle, from merchandise authorization creation to final product disposition, enabling inventory recovery and money lost to inefficient returns management. Features include a route module to ensure items head to the appropriate destination, automated smart receiving with dynamic bar code or RFID label generation and return unit information capture directed by configurable rules. ClearOrbit, 800-324-5143, www.clearorbit.com.

Used by manual and automated warehouses, KiSoft LOGIM WMS optimizes warehouse processes in an off-the-shelf software package. The system includes more than 1,000 standard options and can be implemented in less than 20 days. Standard return on investment averages 6 to 9 months. Features include lot tracking, multi-customer order picking, Web visibility, activity-based billing and integrated RF, voice or pick-to-light functionality. KNAPP Logistics Automation, 678-858-3480, www.knapp.com.

WMX version 2.0 warehouse management software has been enhanced for modeling of complex value-added processes including repair, splitting/cutting, kitting and light manufacturing. The system's new crossdock capability enables the on-demand distribution of inventory across multiple warehouses. Flexible, configurable user interfaces and business process engines reduce implementation time. Other features include support for kanban replenishments, alternative picking methodologies, automatic dock door control, scheduled job management, task grouping and wait points. Click Commerce, 800-899-2641, www.clickcommerce.com.

To help retailers handle supply-side challenges, two software packages manage the exchange and use of order and shipment information to reduce order-to-cash cycle time. Integrator Retail Edition electronically links retailers to suppliers, carriers and other supply chain intermediaries. Improved data generates better management of SKUs, order status tracking and supplier performance management. Supply Chain Visibility On Demand displays and summarizes actionable information from all electronic trading partners and communities. This lowers inventory carrying costs. Sterling Commerce, 800-299-4031, www.sterlingcommerce.com.