WhiteCroft Lighting

O2 Czech Republic a.s., one of the largest telecommunications service providers in the Czech Republic, manages extensive distribution of mobile devices, accessories, and SIM cards for both end customers and corporate clients. With a growing volume of orders and the need for faster order fulfillment, the company decided to modernize its warehouse operations with two Compact Twin vertical lift systems integrated into its information system through the advanced control software VertiNode®.

As part of the project, the VertiNode® WCS was integrated with the company’s SAP system, enabling order processing based on the order type and target customer. Warehouse operations are automatically categorized into B2B (corporate clients) and B2C (end customers). This structure optimizes the work with the vertical lifts and minimizes operator downtime during picking.

VertiNode® also manages the picking process into boxes located on gravity flow racks equipped with a pick-to-light system. Light navigation guides operators to the exact box location, and order confirmation is performed with a single touch. This makes the process significantly faster and virtually error-free – eliminating mistakes and shortening order fulfillment times.

By combining Compact Twin lifts with the VertiNode® control system, O2 has gained a modern solution that fully meets the demands for fast and accurate logistics. The result is greater efficiency in warehouse operations, reliable SAP integration, and clear management of both B2B and B2C orders. The implementation also enabled better utilization of warehouse space, improved ergonomics, and prepared O2 for further digitalization of its logistics processes.

Bidfood Czech Republic, a leading distributor of food for the catering and retail sectors, supplies thousands of restaurants, hotels, schools, and shops across the country every day. Efficient and accurate warehouse management plays a key role in this process. In order to keep pace with the growing volume of orders, the company decided to install two Compact Twin vertical storage towers and implement the advanced VertiNode® control system with extended logic and special modifications to suit its needs.

As part of the project, VertiNode® was integrated into the company's environment with modifications to work with color-coded locations for pallets for picking. This mode ensures clear and intuitive operation without the need for pick-to-light peripherals. The system displays the relevant locations and their color coding directly on the controls, which greatly simplifies orientation and speeds up the picking process.

The implementation also included extended work with the expiration of stored food. VertiNode® automatically monitors shelf life and controls the picking process in accordance with FIFO or FEFO rules. This ensures not only high accuracy but also food chain safety.

At the same time, logic for the even distribution of work between the two stackers was added to the system – both for storage and picking. VertiNode® dynamically balances the load between machines, eliminating unnecessary downtime and increasing the performance of the entire warehouse.

Thanks to the implementation of VertiNode®, Bidfood has gained a tool that:

• connects stackers to the company system and allows easy work with color-coded locations,
• automatically tracks expiry dates and manages stock removal according to shelf life,
• optimizes workflow and evenly distributes the load between both machines,
• delivers greater accuracy, speed, and efficiency without the need to invest in additional peripherals.

VertiNode® has thus become not only the brain of the stackers, but also a bridge to effective food logistics management.

Astra, a leading distributor of modeling supplies, toys, and hobby products, decided to connect four newly installed Compact Twin vertical lift systems with its warehouse management system through the advanced control software VertiNode®. The goal was not only to ensure the smooth operation of the automated warehouse but also to make maximum use of the existing IT infrastructure and devices already used by warehouse staff.

The solution provided by VertiFlex included the implementation of VertiNode® in a mode with an extended number of API endpoints, enabling deeper integration into the customer’s WMS. This made it possible to fully incorporate the company’s existing PDA devices into the new inbound and outbound processes. As a result, the system does not operate in isolation but becomes a natural part of daily warehouse operations, delivering immediate benefits without requiring major changes in work habits.

The outcome is a faster and more accurate flow of information, unified order management across technologies, and significant simplification of warehouse staff tasks. VertiNode® not only effectively controls the vertical lift systems but also connects all steps from goods receipt to order dispatch into a single digital workflow. For Astra, this means a modern, scalable, and fully integrated solution that supports further business growth.