MP Compact Mobile Printers Thrive in Ahlsell’s Harsh Warehouse
Customer Company Size
Large Corporate
Region
- Europe
Country
- Sweden
Product
- Honeywell MP Compact Mobile Printer
- Honeywell MP Nova Printer
Tech Stack
- RFID Solutions
- Barcode Printing
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Cost Savings
- Productivity Improvements
- Customer Satisfaction
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems
- Functional Applications - Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Applicable Industries
- Retail
Applicable Functions
- Warehouse & Inventory Management
- Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases
- Warehouse Automation
- Inventory Management
- Fleet Management
Services
- System Integration
- Hardware Design & Engineering Services
About The Customer
Ahlsell AB is a leading wholesaler in the Nordic countries, specializing in the distribution of installation products, tools and machinery, heating and sanitation, and other DIY equipment. The company operates a modern distribution center in Hallsberg, Sweden, which serves as the hub of its business. From this central warehouse, Ahlsell provides rapid order processing and direct deliveries to customers throughout the region. The company is known for its extensive product range and efficient logistics operations, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries to its customers.
The Challenge
Ahlsell AB, a leading wholesaler in the Nordic countries, faced a significant challenge in their warehouse operations due to the harsh and cold climate of their Nordic warehouse. The company needed robust and reliable printers that could withstand the demanding environment and ensure continuous operation in their 24-hour warehouse. The existing printers were not built for mobile printing and often failed to meet the high-volume thermal printing requirements, leading to increased service costs and operational disruptions.
The Solution
To address the challenges faced in their warehouse operations, Ahlsell AB selected the Honeywell MP Compact Mobile printers. These printers are known for their robustness, reliability, and high performance, making them ideal for the harsh warehouse environment. The MP Compact Mobile printers are mounted on forklifts and connected to the forklift's battery, allowing for mobile printing operations. The printers generate picking labels, part labels, and shipping labels, ensuring accurate and efficient order processing. Additionally, the Honeywell MP Nova printers are used for generating address/shipping labels at the shipping station. The deployment of these printers has resulted in continuous operation, minimal hardware errors, and significant cost savings in service and running costs.
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