THE INNOVATION REDEFINING AUTOMATED STORAGE
Flexibility, customization and speed: these are just a few of the defining features of the Flexibox by Modula S.p.A., the new automated vertical storage system set to revolutionize the picking sector. Designed to meet the demands of dynamic and complex industries such as retail, e-commerce, automotive, and large-scale distribution, the Flexibox represents the latest innovation from the Italian leader in intralogistics.
This cutting-edge solution combines operational efficiency, scalability, and technological advancement to ensure outstanding performance. With the ability to handle up to 180 bins per hour, the Flexibox optimizes picking operations through a unique feature: retrieving up to nine bins per cycle. This drastically reduces picking times and procedures, accelerating and streamlining processes. Additionally, the system offers native scalability, allowing businesses to start with a single unit and expand with additional modules as needed, seamlessly adapting to growing volumes.
Thanks to its compact and optimized design, the Flexibox allows for the storage of hundreds of standard bins (600 x 400 mm) in extremely small spaces, maximizing efficiency while improving space and time management. The system fully utilizes vertical spaces up to 20 meters, overcoming the limitations of many existing market solutions.
At the core of the system lie a central elevator and a telescopic fork, meticulously engineered to enhance efficiency and ensure smoother and more precise picking performance. With its immediate call function, the Flexibox enables direct retrieval of a single item in the bay, bypassing complex order processing—an ideal feature for handling specific requests with remarkable speed. Its robust and simplified mechanics minimize maintenance needs and reduce machine downtime, ensuring continuous operations and maximizing return on investment.
The Flexibox is designed for seamless integration with other Modula systems, such as Modula Lift, enabling the handling of products of various weights and sizes. This compatibility allows businesses to optimize their processes even in highly diverse operational contexts. The system can also be installed near production lines or points of material use, eliminating the need for centralizing everything in a single warehouse.
Another key advantage of the Flexibox is its compatibility with Modula’s WMS software, as well as third-party solutions, including conveyors, AMRs, and robots. This adaptability ensures smooth integration within existing processes and allows businesses to customize the storage system to their specific operational needs. Furthermore, Flexibox prioritizes ergonomics and environmental sustainability. The operator’s bay is designed to ensure an optimal working height, reducing physical strain and enhancing operator safety. Additionally, the system’s low energy consumption makes it a responsible and environmentally conscious choice, aligning with growing market demands for sustainability Its versatility is further demonstrated by the wide range of available configurations, including internal or external bays, single or double delivery levels, and the innovative “Smart Preparation” mode for order pre-preparation. These features make it an ideal solution for businesses with increasing volumes and highlystructured operations.
The Modula Flexibox represents a strategic choice for those looking to innovate their processes, optimize warehouse management, reduce costs, and ensure rapid response times; with its innovative design, high performance, and commitment to environmental sustainability, the system – which has been unveiled at the LogiMAT trade fair in Stuttgart – is the ideal solution for tackling the challenges of modern logistics while remaining competitive in an ever-changing market.
