Technologies

Order Fulfillment

We understand that fast and error-free order selection is vital. But achieving speed and accuracy isn’t always as simple as a stock solution.

We start by evaluating your data and operations. Then we can determine which advanced picking system offers the most significant competitive advantage. Many clients appreciate our past experience in paperless order selection solutions such as RF Picking, Pick-to-Light, Put-to-Light, Voice-Directed Picking, RF Pick Carts, and Goods-to-Person.

In addition to advanced picking methods, we also offer common manual methods of picking, including full-case pick modules, split-case pick modules, and slow-mover modules. Our expertise covers:

Conveyor Systems

We’ve worked with clients across North America to successfully implement conveyor systems in their distribution and manufacturing facilities. While these systems vary greatly in complexity and design, we always think and plan holistically – from receiving to shipping – to unify operations and optimize product flow.

Though some conveyor systems offer very little automation, others are fully automated, high-speed, and complex material handling systems. Our experienced engineering team offers industry-leading talent implementing state-of-the-art conveyor systems.

DLN’s conveyor solutions are designed and built for years of reliable service in daily operation transporting, accumulating, merging, scanning, sorting, and shipping cartons/pallets based on specific client needs.

Sortation Systems

Whether you need a single low-rate sorter or a multi-lane high-speed sortation system, DLN can evaluate your system and recommend the best sortation solution to improve efficiency and reduce errors.

From new installations to refurbishing your older sortation system, we will help you make an informed and confident decision to significantly improve your bottom line.

Order Picking Systems

Order Picking is the most labor-intensive process in most distribution centers. Therefore, selecting the optimal picking process and applying the correct technology is paramount to distribution performance. DLN has expertise in all established Order Picking technologies to help you design and implement systems that maximize efficiency, accuracy and flexibility.

Automated Storage & Retrieval (ASRS)

Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS) maximize storage density, improve accuracy and reduce labor associated with storing and retrieving inventory. ASRS smartly integrates hardware and software for order picking and replenishment, locating and delivering items to their destination without the need for human labor.

There is a wide array of ASRS technologies on the market today, each with its own performance characteristics. Selecting the optimal solution and designing it to balance storage and throughput while maintaining selectivity and operational flexibility can be a complex challenge. DLN’s team of ASRS experts help you understand the benefits and advantages of different ASRS solutions, matching the right equipment to your application and needs.

AGV / AMR

Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) are driverless load carriers that run on the facility floor. AGVs navigate by several methods, including magnets, optical strips, inertial, and laser guidance.

Advances in sensor technology and warehouse execution software allow AGVs to perform an increasingly wide array of complex tasks while overcoming several challenges presented by their human counterparts.

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) have intelligent navigation capabilities. While similar to AGVs, they do not use a fixed route and have the ability to navigate around obstacles which makes them capable of functioning in more complex and dynamic environments, including working alongside human operators.. AMRs are agile, flexible and highly scalable.

We have helped clients in industries such as food and beverage, manufacturing, retail, and industrial utilize AGVs and AMRs in solutions built for their unique environments.

Robotics

Robotic solutions can offer substantial improvements in productivity and safety, but a significant amount of design and engineering is required to implement complete solutions. DLN’s has the experience and expertise to design and integrate custom robotic solutions to solve a wide range of challenges.

Our robotics, controls, and software engineers work together to analyze your specific needs and design reliable custom solutions. Our industry-leading experience helps us automate your facility to increase throughput speed, reduce injury, and reduce labor requirements for difficult tasks.

Depalletizing / Palletizing

Palletizing is repetitive, difficult and prone to error and injury. Robotic and conventional palletizers are designed to accelerate this task while reducing errors, improving safety, and freeing up labor.

Depalletizing is often a more complex task than palletizing, especially with mixed-SKU pallets. Whether single case or full layer, we can streamline this tedious, labor-intensive process to reallocate labor resources and reduce product damage.

Packaging Automation

Packaging automation can significantly enhance efficiency and reduce costs for both labor and materials. DLN helps clients automate repetitive tasks to increase throughput and minimize the risk of human error, leading to more consistent and reliable packaging. Automated systems can be easily scaled to accommodate varying levels of demand, ensuring that operations remain agile and responsive to demand. DLN has expertise in a wide range of packaging automation technologies to help clients optimize their packaging operations.