Case Study: ZF Group achieves faster parts kitting and reduced lead times with OPEX Perfect Pick HD

ZF Group cuts parts picking and kitting time with OPEX Perfect Pick HD

ZF Group, a global technology company, faced significant challenges with its manual parts picking and kitting process at a hydraulic brake valve facility. The labor-intensive system, described as similar to a grocery store, created bottlenecks, extended lead times, and contributed to high employee turnover due to physical strain. To address this, ZF partnered with OPEX Corporation to implement the OPEX Perfect Pick HD goods-to-person automation system.

The OPEX solution utilized iBOT robots and integrated pick-to-light technology powered by OPEX Cortex software, along with augmented reality from LightGuide, to bring parts directly to operators. This eliminated the need for manual searching and walking. The implementation by OPEX resulted in a significant reduction in parts picking and kitting time, increased overall throughput, and faster lead times. It also improved inventory accuracy and created a safer working environment by reducing physical strain.

ZF Group