MP 12-D S - Hänel control engineering networked with data processing systems

The main menu:

Rapid access for storage / retrieval of parts by article number. Function keys for direct activation of pick lists, printouts, information and supplementary functions.

• The 4 MB flash PC card offers space for 10,000 items in up to 100,000 storage locations.
  

• The article number, name and another 25 optional data fields can be stored in memory for each item.

Storage location search:

After input of a container size (with optional height specification) the control unit recommends the nearest free location.

• Minimum inventory control with low-stock warning and a printable re-order recommendation list.

• Up to 255 storage locations are possible per article.

• Up to 255 articles can be stored in one location.
  

Entering supplementary data:

In addition to the article number, it is possible to enter and update an article name and, with the item pool management option, other article data fields.

• When replenishing, the operator is given suggestions of empty storage locations by the control unit.

• Different storage strategies, such as FIFO, random storage, or fixed location can be selected.
  

The storage location list:

Displays all storage locations assigned to an article sorted according to the FIFO principle. The operator can select any storage location.

• Processing of parts lists with quantity factor and availability check.

• Order-picking can be sequential (in the defined sequence) or route-optimized (the shortest route through the storage locations).
  

The order-picking function:

All the necessary article information is available for each item in the list.

• Extensive printouts and listings are possible according to varied criteria.

• Integrated system clock.

• Numerous settings are possible for inventory management:
  standard store-room application, file management, lending management, with/without inventory control, etc.

• 4 directly accessible serial interfaces for the connection of PC, printer, barcode scanner, badge reader, etc.

• Integrated serial host interface for exchanging pick lists, operations data (optional) and for saving article data.

• Service interface for program updates and for the transfer of control unit parameters.