News about IGZ

The “ZF Excellence Award 2016” is an internal quality competition at ZF Friedrichshafen AG. Since 1995, ZF employees around the world have been able to submit their projects and ideas, divided into five categories, for the chance of winning the award. Each year, first of all finalist teams and finally five winners are selected from a great number of submissions.

IGZ was again recognised by SAP as an SAP Recognized Expertise Partner for SAP SCM

This annual certification is proof of IGZ’s competencies (e.g. product expertise, project implementation, or project experience) in the realisation of logistics solutions in the area of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM).

In the realisation of new logistics plants, even beforehand, there is a difficult question for companies when it comes to the choice of supplier: “Should we commission an experienced planner who will draft a neutral invitation to tender for us or might we find a more cost-effective, efficient way of reaching our goal by means of an ideas contest?”

Both of the IGZ managing directors and engineers Johann Zrenner and Wolfgang Gropengießer from Falkenberg/Opf. were awarded with the state medal for special services to the Bavarian economy on Monday 28 November, 2016.

On Wednesday 16 December, 2016, IGZ presented a gesture-controlled commissioning to a total of 4000 employees and family members in its role as SAP Partner to s.Oliver.

Together with IGZ, s.Oliver relies on the advantages of a holistic SAP system integration in order to meet the existing requirements of clients and stores efficiently.

IGZ, the SAP project centre for production, increased flexibility, efficiency, and traceability in a proven way through the introduction of an SAP manufacturing solution for the fruit processor Zentis.

IGZ realises demanding Industry 4.0 projects and allows its clients to increase quality and productivity, among other things.

ebm-papst establishes a new distribution centre which will in future function as the central hub for global distribution of the ventilator manufacturer’s products. In the intralogistics centre, the company relies on SAP EWM and the competences of IGZ as SAP EWM general contractor.

IGZ presents itself at the LogiMAT 2016 as general contractor for logistics systems with a focus on “SAP, SPS and mechanics - everything from the same source”.

SGF extends Waldkraiburg factory. The SAP EWM general contractor IGZ is responsible for the implementation of SAP EWM integrated total system solution.

A pointer controls machines. The Krones spare parts centre sends out 4500 products a day. The logistics specialists have clever solutions ready.

A new warehouse administration system on the basis of SAP EWM. IGZ awarded order for the realisation of intralogistics incl. implementation of SAP EWM/MFS.

New logistics centre using IT-supported systems which should make the motorbike factory the most modern in the industry according to statements from BMW.

RITTAL commissioned IGZ as general contractor for a comprehensive modernisation of pallet materials handling and the renewal of safety technology. SAP TRM should also be integrated in this context.

The subsidiary of IGZ Logistics + IT, IGZ Automation in Erbendorf, has recently opened its building extension. Good news for the company for the town of Erbendorf: It has created 50 new jobs.

IGZ simplifies the intralogistics processes at BI-LOG and thereby makes it possible to reduce costs when handling major clients.

IGZ presents itself at the LogiMAT 2015 as general contractor for logistics systems with a focus on “SAP, SPS and mechanics - everything from the same source”.

Sanitary equipment manufacturer Geberit is migrating from SAP LES/TRM to SAP EWM/MFS and expanding its logistics capacity...

Gebr. Heinemann, Hamburg is a "GOLD" winner in the category "Business Transformation", together with its SAP EWM implementation partner IGZ...

Integration of production and logistics processes at Zentis with SAP MII.

As part of the SAP ME rollout for ebm-papst, process reliability in the production areas was further increased and production cycles were designed to be more transparent.

With Release 15.0 of its Manufacturing Suite, SAP is systematically pursuing its strategy of providing comprehensive support for shop-floor handling in manufacturing.

IGZ is continuing its strategy of supporting an accelerated SAP implementation for specific tasks by means of pre-configurations and targeted enhancements (SAP MII Best Practices)...

IGZ wins the BAVARIA'S BEST 50 award for the third time!

Production transparency improved by a step-by-step expansion towards uniform traceability for production processes This was achieved by using the future-oriented SAP Manufacturing Execution Platform.

FAZ newspaper article; IGZ's solution approach: Hugo Boss, international lifestyle group and global market leader in the premium and luxury segment, commissioned IGZ in autumn 2012 with the design and implementation of SAP EWM with an interface to SAP AFS (ERP) for its newly-built distribution centre in Filderstadt near Stuttgart, with a base area of 23,400 square metres.

The tyre retreading process at Continental's new lifecycle plant requires close collaboration between production and logistics. To manage workflows on the factory floor and warehouse, the tyre maker has therefore opted to interface the warehouse and production management systems together.

By now, various technologies in the field of "augmented reality" or "Pick-by-Vision" have found their way into in-house logistics.

IGZ, the SAP project integrators for logistics and production, now offer a Rapid Deployment Solution (RDS) for SAP Manufacturing Execution (SAP ME).

Due to the necessity of process changes and the ever-increasing requirements facing manufacturing, Aspöck Systems GmbH has decided to introduce a deeply integrated all-in-one IGZ solution based on SAP ME with SAP EWM.

Highly-automated shuttle storage systems are currently "in", as demonstrated by the numerous ongoing implementation projects in collaboration with well-known German and international corporations. Nevertheless, experts in the sector disagree on how to concretely assess the advantages and disadvantages of shuttles in comparison with stacker cranes with regard to operating efficiency and performance.

Project brief: 4,700 pallet bays in HBW...

True to its status as a full-service provider, IGZ goes beyond SAP-only implementation work to also offer corresponding services in the fields of plant and control technology with its subsidiary IGZ Automation.

For some years now, SAP has been offering a powerful MES system in the form of Manufacturing Execution (ME), which represents a perfect addition to the existing functionality in SAP ERP. In this way, existing production planning is extended by making SAP-integrated production control and handling available to the shop-floor.

Close integration of production logistics and in-house production/assembly is an objective now increasingly sought-after. With SAP Manufacturing Execution (ME), SAP offers an MES for discrete manufacturing.

As part of the modernisation of the logistics centre at Schwaz, TYROLIT Schleifmittelwerke Swarovski KG has replaced all external warehouse management and material flow systems with the SAP software suite.

MIDOR AG is the leading Swiss producer of preserved pastry goods, ice cream and dessert powders. The delightful product range of this company based in Meilen (Switzerland) includes around 750 products.

Looking to meet the challenges and cost pressures of an ever-changing market, the family-owned business Mehler decided to invest in a centralised and automated high-bay warehouse in Tirschenreuth.

As a long-standing, family-run business with a knack for innovation, the NIEHOFF engineering works produces wire-drawing plant for the wire and cable industry. To meet the challenge of future growth, a multi-phase construction project was initiated for a new factory and office premises in Schwabach, whose logistical centre is represented by an automated tray warehouse with over 8,000 storage bins. NIEHOFF decided to bring IGZ onto the project as a general manager overseeing the in-house logistics deliverables.

It's familiar to any automated warehouse system owner (high-bay warehouse, small part AS/RS, conveyor systems, etc.): There's often a "hitch" at the same old places in the PLC/plant system. The usual approach is a daily struggle to cope with the symptoms. As wear and attrition worsens over the years, however, so too does the risk of an increasing frequency of system downtime. Specialised interventions can help to restore the reliability of plant systems – but only if such interventions are performed in a timely and targeted manner.

For the more effective handling of packaging processes, K+S KALI GmbH is using the IGZ Rapid Deployment Solution (RDS) to integrate its SAP ERP system with plant control systems for the packaging and labelling of Big Bags and bagged goods. Supplementing the efficient processing of orders, support is also provided for visualising and reporting on line data.

With support from SAP Logistics integrators IGZ, Hansgrohe has set a new standard in logistics: From autumn 2011, SAP EWM/SAP Material Flow System (MFS) is now managing all of the processes at the company's existing highly-automated logistics centre in Offenburg.

With the EWI (Electronic Work Instruction) module, IGZ has expanded its SAP MII Best Practices to include a further integrative component for interfacing with production facilities by using SAP MES.

IGZ is the Business of the Month at Oberpfalz Regional Marketing.

IGZ Automation has collaborated with IGZ to develop a portable WinCC visualisation module that provides an end-to-end solution in combination with deployed SAP systems. This is especially practical for use with modern tablets (e.g. iPads, etc.).

IGZ retrofitted High-Bay Warehouse System at Keller & Kalmbach, a leading wholesalebusiness.

RUDOLF CHEMIE updated its existent intralogistics. Reliable partner through the whole process: IGZ Logistics + IT.

As part of its "SUPPLY CHAIN EXECUTION INITIATIVE", SAP will offer full integration of storage and transportation processes in the future. In particular, the tried-and-tested SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM) and SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM) modules will form an integrated unit in the next 9.0 release.

For the more effective handling of packaging and production processes, K+S KALI GmbH is using SAP MII to integrate its SAP ERP system with PLC-driven plant control systems for the packaging and labelling of Big Bags and various bagged goods. The direct SAP integration of the automation environment, implemented together with partner IGZ, not only ensures efficient order handling but also offers visualisation and reporting functionality for line data.

Goll has modernised its existing pallet HBW and has lengthened the aisles. A new conveyor system with storage/retrieval lanes has also been created at aisle ends. Extensions were also made to the previously modernised tote AS/RS. Existing pallet conveyor systems were also modernised.

Walldorf-based SAP Germany GmbH & Co. KG has included the SAP Logistics Project House IGZ Logistics + IT from Falkenberg (Oberpfalz, Bavaria) as a member of its Collaborative Business Initiative (CBI) for Manufacturing Execution. SAP has thereby confirmed IGZ's expertise in the SAP Manufacturing Execution applications.

Timed to coincide with LogiMAT 2010, Vocollect, global market leader in voice solutions for mobile personnel, has just launched a certified procedure with which TALKMAN products can be equipped with a standardised interface to SAP LES and SAP EWM.

With SAP ITSmobile, SAP offers an advanced standard technology to integrate modern RF mobile devices directly in SAP ERP, SAP EWM or SAP LES without middleware. IGZ provides tools for optimisation with its "ITSmobile Design Toolbox".

Logistics software must deliver top performance and, in many industries, very often around the clock. Continuous delivery readiness and a constant supply to/transfer from production are critical to business success. Accordingly, the deployed applications need to be available at all times...

In May 2009, HUGO BOSS AG opened its brand-new logistics centre for hanging garment distribution in Metzingen. To ensure an optimum integration of logistics processes into the existing SAP infrastructure, HUGO BOSS is also using the SAP software suite for management and control throughout its new hanging items distribution centre...

With the "Perfect Plant" initiative, SAP has made good on its promise to support its customers in their shop floor integration projects. The tools involved here are the familiar planning functions in SAP ERP/SAP SCM, in combination with the new shop floor integration functionality offered by SAP MII and manufacturing execution features from SAP ME.

In July 2009, Falkenberg-based SAP Logistics integrators IGZ Logistics + IT GmbH were named one of Bavaria's Best 50 companies for the second year in a row.

Maximum protection of your investment and security for the future by deploying the SAP logistics suite SAP TRM Material Flow System ...

With SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM), SAP offers a powerful warehouse management module with additional, new functions...

SAP is advancing into hitherto-neglected areas of production control and closing the gap between SAP ERP and the machine control layer.

In Bingen-Kempten, AMC Alfa Metalcraft Corporation has opened a new and central distribution warehouse for all of Europe. The goal was to set up a simple and ruggedly designed plant featuring optimum use of space. Thanks to optimised routing within the site and a clear-cut process structure, employees can work flexibly and maximum flexibility for the plant's overall output is also ensured. At the heart of the site is a new picking centre, which has been incorporated into the existing building...

Falkenberg-based IGZ Logistics + IT has been the recipient of a very special accolade by the Bavarian State government: on 2 July 2008, the company was recognised as one of the top fifty businesses in all of Bavaria by Bavarian State Minister of Economic Affairs, Transport and Technology Emilia Müller.

"Quality is the best recipe": Dr. Oetker's corporate slogan also applies to the company's Logistics IT strategy involving SAP LES/SAP TRM...

Material flow control for double-deep and multi-deep automated warehousing (HBW, AS/RS for small parts) with innovative SAP LES/TRM strategies...

apetito AG now uses SAP LES/SAP TRM and a direct SAP PLC interface to control a new, fully-automated refrigerated high-bay warehouse...