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Rotaru notes that it is estimated that robots will replace 40 % of warehouse jobs by 2030 . Automation helps to reduce error rates , improve safety and mitigate the labor problem that every warehouse manager is facing .
Agreeing with Rotaru is Diana Zheng , Head of Marketing at Canadian shipping company Stallion Express . “ Warehouse innovation has the potential to revolutionize the way wholesale companies operate ,” she says . “ If you ’ re looking for efficiency and scalability , embracing automated inventory management ( AIM ) and AI-powered predictive analytics ( Predictive Analytics ) can dramatically improve operational performance .”
After implementing innovative warehouse automation solutions , Zheng noticed a dramatic 30 % reduction in order processing times at Stallion Express .
LOWER ENERGY COSTS WITH DESTRATIFICATION
Warehousing is all about storing and moving products . If the indoor temperature is not consistent throughout the entire building , it can negatively impact the merchandise .
“ Ever ridden a lift from the floor to the ceiling in a warehouse and noticed how much warmer it is at the top ? This air stratification , or temperature gradient , can be an issue for wholesalers who store temperature sensitive products such as pharmaceutical drugs , chocolate , or beverages ,” explains Christian Avedon , Director of Sales and Marketing at Airius .
Air destratification is an innovative , effective strategy for HVAC cost and energy savings for warehouses . Destratification fans circulate the air more efficiently and help to reduce the amount of energy that is needed to heat or cool a building , according to Avedon . These fans can even regulate humidity , which is critical for storing beverages .
All in all , destratification fans can save money on energy bills , help protect the environment and maintain the integrity of products .
“ Typically , HVAC systems are overdriven to combat air stratification , which requires excess cooling or heating to maintain setpoint temperatures ,” explains Avedon . “ From an energy savings perspective , clients can see up to 35 % or more reduction in their energy bills . With a ductwork material reduction strategy and using destratification fans for air distribution , the material cost savings can be incredibly significant .”
THE ROLE OF IOT IN WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT
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“ From an energy savings perspective , clients can see up to 35 % or more reduction in their energy bills .”
– Christian Avedon , Director of Sales and Marketing at Airius
Zheng advises wholesalers to consider adding robotics and Internet of Things ( IoT ) devices to their warehouse . “ Not only do these technologies automate the fulfillment process , but they also reduce mistakes , resulting in lower operating costs over time ,” she says . www . beveragewholesaler . com Spring 2024 • Bevearge Wholesaler 9