Case Study Niemann + Frey GmbH

As one of the leading wholesalers in Europe, Niemann + Frey GmbH supplies the motorcycle and scooter industry with high-quality spare parts and accessories. The small parts assortment comprises 150,000 different items, 50,000 of which are constantly available at the logistics center in Krefeld, with a guaranteed delivery rate of 97 percent.

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Niemann + Frey GmbH: Storage and Picking of Small Parts for the Motorcycle and Scooter Industry

As one of the leading wholesalers in Europe, Niemann + Frey GmbH supplies the motorcycle and scooter industry with high-quality spare parts and accessories. The small parts assortment comprises of 150,000 different items, 50,000 of which are constantly available at the logistics center in Krefeld, with a guaranteed delivery rate of 97 percent. 

PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

However, due to annual growth rates in double figures and a constant influx of new items, in 2014 the Krefeld warehouse, which covers an area of roughly 7,500 m², reached its capacity limit. A logistics concept was developed together with SSI SCHAEFER, which covered the semi-automation of the warehouse within the existing infrastructure, including the incorporation and optimization of existing processes.

Goals:

  • Semi-automated support for internal storage, transport, and picking processes

  • Increase in storage location and picking capacity for small parts for online shipping with two new SSI LOGIMAT® Vertical Lift Modules

  • Faster order processing along the entire process chain with optimum utilization of the individual areas

  • Improved work station ergonomics

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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

"The collaboration was excellent – from project management through to installation during ongoing operation. Another deciding factor for me was that despite the various departments at SSI SCHAEFER, we only had one contact person."

Thomas Schild

Authorized Representative and Head of Logistics at Niemann + Frey GmbH