Large Midwest Food Supplier Modernizes Distribution Center Operations With Honeywell Technologies

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Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) announced that Castellini Company, a major Midwest fresh and frozen produce supplier, has integrated Honeywell's mobile computing solutions to enhance efficiency in its distribution operations.

The deployment includes CK65 and CT40 mobile computers, VM1 vehicle-mounted computers, and RT10 tablets based on the Mobility Edge platform. Castellini will also utilize Honeywell's Operational Intelligence Professional software for better device management and reduced downtime. This partnership aims to meet rising consumer demand and support faster delivery standards.

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• Castellini's deployment of Honeywell's mobile computers improves operational efficiency.
• The integration of Operational Intelligence Professional software enhances device management.
• Supports Castellini's ability to meet increased customer demand in the e-commerce sector.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) announced today that one of the largest suppliers of fresh and frozen produce and fruit in the Midwest has deployed the company's mobile computers, tablets and software to help its mobile workers pick, pack and ship perishables.

The Castellini Company, one of the oldest produce companies in the country, has deployed Honeywell's CK65 and CT40 mobile computers, its VM1 vehicle-mounted computers and RT10 tablets. These portable devices are all based on Honeywell's Mobility Edge platform, which is designed to extend asset life, accelerate deployment and simplify management of mobility solutions.

Castellini will use Honeywell's Operational Intelligence Professional software, a centralized cloud-based platform that enables it to keep track of its new devices, manage their operational status and reduce unplanned downtime to give customers an even more trusted, reliable service. Honeywell will provide on-demand support to the Castellini Company, serving as a single point of contact for ongoing mobility device management and help desk support.

"To keep up with customer demand and a rapidly-changing environment, we were looking to use the latest technology to keep our mobile workers productive," said Brian Kocher, president and CEO of the Castellini Group of Companies, which transports perishables to some of the largest retail grocery chains, food service distributors and home delivery services in the United States. "The combination of our warehouse system technology paired with Honeywell's mobile computers allow us to operate at a productivity level we've never seen before in our history."

The rise in e-commerce continues to set faster and more complex delivery standards, putting strains on warehouses and distribution centers to meet customer demands. Mobile computers are critical tools used by operations and mobile workers to allow for faster, smarter and more effective work. With these devices, workers can access to operational data through barcode scanning, complete picking and packing operations through voice-guided solutions and communicate with other workers to ensure tasks are complete.

"From the store back into the food supply chain, customer experience expectations coupled with new food preferences have made food supply chain efficiency more important than ever before," said Kevin Dehoff, president of Honeywell's Productivity Solutions and Services business. "Honeywell's mobile computers and software provide distributors like the Castellini Company tools to connect with each other and view real-time enterprise information to work faster, smarter and more efficiently."

The Castellini Company's distribution centers provide next-day delivery and distribution center replenishment. Its 1,400 truckloads deliver over 9 million pounds of perishables and more than 300,000 meals per week.  

Honeywell's Mobility Edge platform is a unified hardware and software architecture with an integrated software toolset and the only one that guarantees support through Android 12. Mobility Edge enables IT departments to reuse their investment in solution development and software certification across multiple computer form factors.

Honeywell's mobile computers, voice technology automated material handling solutions and software solutions are designed to help customers answer supply chain challenges and meet the exponential growth of ecommerce and rising consumer expectations.

For more information on Honeywell's productivity solutions, visit sps.honeywell.com.

Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions (SPS) provides products, software and connected solutions that improve productivity, workplace safety and asset performance for our customers across the globe. We deliver on this promise through industry-leading mobile devices, software, cloud technology and automation solutions, the broadest range of personal protective equipment and gas detection technology, and custom-engineered sensors, switches and controls. For more information, please visit: sps.honeywell.com.

Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 technology company that delivers industry-specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/newsroom.

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FAQ

What technologies has Castellini Company implemented from Honeywell to improve operations?

Castellini Company has deployed Honeywell's CK65 and CT40 mobile computers, VM1 vehicle-mounted computers, and RT10 tablets.

How will Honeywell's solutions help Castellini meet customer demands?

Honeywell's mobile computing solutions enhance efficiency and operational tracking, enabling Castellini to meet faster delivery standards.

What is Honeywell's Mobility Edge platform?

Mobility Edge is a unified hardware and software architecture that supports device management and operational efficiency across multiple computer types.

When was this announcement made regarding Honeywell and Castellini Company?

The announcement was made on September 27, 2021.

What is the significance of Honeywell's Operational Intelligence Professional software for Castellini?

It allows Castellini to manage their mobile devices effectively and reduce unplanned downtime.