CNH uses automation to boost productivity and sustainability at parts depot
CNH has unveiled a significant automation initiative at its Lebanon, Indiana parts depot as part of its 'A Sustainable Year' series on World Engineering Day. The 19-acre facility, operating nearly 24/7, serves CNH's global dealer network.
The facility has implemented AutoStore™ automation technology to address storage challenges arising from managing spare parts for multiple machine models. The new automation processes have yielded several benefits, including:
- Zero downtime in operations
- Increased productivity
- Cost savings
- Enhanced sustainability
This initiative demonstrates CNH's commitment to innovation and efficiency in its global operations. The Lebanon depot serves as a key distribution center for the company's various brands, including Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CASE, and New Holland Construction Equipment.
CNH ha svelato un'importante iniziativa di automazione presso il suo depot di ricambi di Lebanon, Indiana come parte della serie 'Un Anno Sostenibile' in occasione della Giornata Mondiale dell'Ingegneria. La struttura di 19 acri, operante quasi 24 ore su 24, serve la rete globale di concessionari di CNH.
Il deposito ha implementato la tecnologia di automazione AutoStore™ per affrontare le sfide di stoccaggio derivanti dalla gestione dei ricambi per diversi modelli di macchine. I nuovi processi di automazione hanno prodotto diversi vantaggi, tra cui:
- Zero tempi di inattività nelle operazioni
- Aumento della produttività
- Risparmi sui costi
- Maggiore sostenibilità
Questa iniziativa dimostra l'impegno di CNH per l'innovazione e l'efficienza nelle sue operazioni globali. Il deposito di Lebanon funge da centro di distribuzione chiave per i vari marchi dell'azienda, tra cui Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CASE e New Holland Construction Equipment.
CNH ha presentado una importante iniciativa de automatización en su depósito de piezas en Lebanon, Indiana como parte de su serie 'Un Año Sostenible' en el Día Mundial de la Ingeniería. La instalación de 19 acres, que opera casi las 24 horas del día, sirve a la red global de concesionarios de CNH.
La instalación ha implementado la tecnología de automatización AutoStore™ para abordar los desafíos de almacenamiento que surgen de la gestión de piezas de repuesto para múltiples modelos de máquinas. Los nuevos procesos de automatización han generado varios beneficios, incluyendo:
- Cero tiempo de inactividad en las operaciones
- Aumento de la productividad
- Ahorros de costos
- Mejor sostenibilidad
Esta iniciativa demuestra el compromiso de CNH con la innovación y la eficiencia en sus operaciones globales. El depósito de Lebanon sirve como un centro de distribución clave para las diversas marcas de la empresa, incluyendo Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CASE y New Holland Construction Equipment.
CNH는 세계 엔지니어링의 날을 기념하여 '지속 가능한 해' 시리즈의 일환으로 인디애나주 레바논 부품 창고에서 중요한 자동화 이니셔티브를 발표했습니다. 19에이커 규모의 이 시설은 거의 24시간 운영되며 CNH의 글로벌 딜러 네트워크에 서비스를 제공합니다.
이 시설은 여러 기계 모델의 예비 부품 관리를 위한 저장 문제를 해결하기 위해 AutoStore™ 자동화 기술을 도입했습니다. 새로운 자동화 프로세스는 다음과 같은 여러 가지 이점을 가져왔습니다:
- 운영 중단 없음
- 생산성 증가
- 비용 절감
- 지속 가능성 향상
이 이니셔티브는 CNH의 글로벌 운영에서 혁신과 효율성에 대한 헌신을 보여줍니다. 레바논 창고는 Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CASE 및 New Holland Construction Equipment를 포함한 회사의 다양한 브랜드를 위한 주요 유통 센터로 기능합니다.
CNH a dévoilé une initiative d'automatisation significative dans son dépôt de pièces de Lebanon, Indiana dans le cadre de sa série 'Une Année Durable' à l'occasion de la Journée Mondiale de l'Ingénierie. L'installation de 19 acres, fonctionnant presque 24 heures sur 24, sert le réseau de concessionnaires mondial de CNH.
Le dépôt a mis en œuvre la technologie d'automatisation AutoStore™ pour faire face aux défis de stockage liés à la gestion des pièces de rechange pour plusieurs modèles de machines. Les nouveaux processus d'automatisation ont apporté plusieurs avantages, notamment :
- Pas de temps d'arrêt dans les opérations
- Augmentation de la productivité
- Économies de coûts
- Durabilité améliorée
Cette initiative démontre l'engagement de CNH envers l'innovation et l'efficacité dans ses opérations mondiales. Le dépôt de Lebanon sert de centre de distribution clé pour les différentes marques de l'entreprise, notamment Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CASE et New Holland Construction Equipment.
CNH hat eine bedeutende Automatisierungsinitiative in seinem Ersatzteillager in Lebanon, Indiana im Rahmen seiner Serie 'Ein nachhaltiges Jahr' zum Weltengineering-Tag vorgestellt. Die 19 Hektar große Einrichtung, die fast rund um die Uhr betrieben wird, dient dem globalen Händlernetz von CNH.
Die Einrichtung hat AutoStore™-Automatisierungstechnologie implementiert, um die Lagerprobleme zu bewältigen, die sich aus der Verwaltung von Ersatzteilen für mehrere Maschinenmodelle ergeben. Die neuen Automatisierungsprozesse haben mehrere Vorteile gebracht, darunter:
- Keine Ausfallzeiten im Betrieb
- Steigerung der Produktivität
- Kosteneinsparungen
- Verbesserte Nachhaltigkeit
Diese Initiative zeigt das Engagement von CNH für Innovation und Effizienz in seinen globalen Operationen. Das Depot in Lebanon dient als wichtiges Verteilungszentrum für die verschiedenen Marken des Unternehmens, darunter Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, CASE und New Holland Construction Equipment.
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CNH uses automation to boost productivity and sustainability at parts depot
Basildon, March 4, 2025
On World Engineering Day CNH releases the first installment in its latest ‘A Sustainable Year’ series.
The article “Engineers mastermind automation at a depot with many moving parts” looks at the impact of the AutoStore™ automation initiative at one of our North American parts depots in Lebanon, Indiana, USA. This 19-acre depot operates close to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, serving our global dealer network.
As a key global depot, Lebanon must manage a wide range of spare parts for many different models across our portfolio. And every year, as we launch new machines, more new parts flow into its inventory to join existing stock.
Learn how our planning and process engineers devised new automation processes that address this storage issue and result in zero downtime, increased productivity, cost savings and sustainability benefits.
Read our story at: https://publications.cnhindustrial.com/a-sustainable-year-2024-2025/autostore-project
CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNH) is a world-class equipment, technology and services company. Driven by its purpose of Breaking New Ground, which centers on Innovation, Sustainability and Productivity, the Company provides the strategic direction, R&D capabilities, and investments that enable the success of its global and regional Brands. Globally, Case IH and New Holland supply 360° agriculture applications from machines to implements and the digital technologies that enhance them; and CASE and New Holland Construction Equipment deliver a full lineup of construction products that make the industry more productive. The Company’s regionally focused Brands include: STEYR, for agricultural tractors; Raven, a leader in digital agriculture, precision technology and the development of autonomous systems; Hemisphere, a leading designer and manufacturer of high-precision satellite-based positioning, and heading technologies; Flexi-Coil, specializing in tillage and seeding systems; Miller, manufacturing application equipment; and Eurocomach, producing a wide range of mini and midi excavators for the construction sector, including electric solutions.
Across a history spanning over two centuries, CNH has always been a pioneer in its sectors and continues to passionately innovate and drive customer efficiency and success. As a truly global company, CNH’s 40,000+ employees form part of a diverse and inclusive workplace, focused on empowering customers to grow, and build, a better world.
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