Although widely discussed in industry forums, Pick-to-Light can still be a confusing topic. Many people sense that the concept may be helpful to their operation, but are hesitant to investigate the technology. They are intimidated by the multitude of equipment options or are not sure how it can apply to their situation. This section is intended to describe Pick-to-Light in simple terms and offer suggestions for applying and implementing the technology. Pick-to-Light (P-T-L) is a series of lights or displays, mounted at picking locations that are used to direct order picking. P-T-L lights and displays can be mounted on shelving, flow rack, pallet rack, coolers, carousels \u2013 any stable stand or mounting surface. The lights are controlled by computerized software that is configured to meet the needs of a particular picking operation regardless of volume, the type of goods picked, or the number of pickers. In most cases, a PC will operate any P-T-L system efficiently. There is no limit to the number of lights for a P-T-L installation. There are systems in existence with as few as 50 lights and as many as 10,000. Light and display combinations can be of different styles depending on the given application in each area of operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pick-to-Light Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pick-to-Light has the capability to greatly improve picking productivity and accuracy, especially for systems that run at high rates. In addition, some of the benefits of P-T-L include<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pick-to-Light Components & Operation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A Pick-to-Light system is available to meet the needs of virtually any picking function, regardless of complexity or application. As these systems continue to proliferate, more features become available. Examples of typical Pick-to-Light system components, and the way they operate, are shown in the diagram on the following page. Check with a reputable vendor to determine what is currently offered and how it may be applied to your particular situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pick-to-Light Selection Criteria<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pick-to-Light systems can greatly improve a picking operation, but represent a sizeable investment in time and capital. When determining if a P-T-L System is right for your warehouse, consider the following selection criteria,<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the area in which advances in technology have transformed the picking operation and improved accuracy and productivity significantly. The introduction of bar coding, voice technology and pick-by-light systems is not only improving warehouse picking operations but also producing an acceptable return on investment. The following picking methods are currently in use in today\u2019s warehouses,<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although widely discussed in industry forums, Pick-to-Light can still be a confusing topic. Many people sense that the concept may be helpful to their operation, but are hesitant to investigate the technology. They are intimidated by the multitude of equipment options or are not sure how it can apply to their situation. This section is…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-100955","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n