Picking Solutions: Smarter Picking, Faster Assembly, Zero Defects

In modern manufacturing, particularly in high-mix, low-volume production environments, assembly operators work with an increasing number of components, variants, and product configurations. Finding the correct part, verifying quantities, and ensuring the right assembly sequence often consume valuable production time. Picking errors can lead to rework, quality issues, downtime, and increased operational costs.

Bossard Picking Solutions eliminate these challenges through digital worker guidance and intelligent storage technologies. By combining Pick-to-Light systems and SmartTower technology, operators are guided directly to the correct component in the correct quantity and sequence. The result is faster picking, improved quality, real-time inventory visibility, and full process traceability.

SmartTower: Intelligent Storage and Guided Picking

SmartTower combines smart storage, guided picking, and automated inventory control in one solution. The system provides visual picking guidance while integrated weighing technology validates each picking action and updates stock information automatically.

For assembly environments with large numbers of C-parts and high material consumption, SmartTower ensures that operators always have access to the right components while inventory data remains accurate and current.

Pick-to-Light for Assembly and Kitting

Our Pick-to-Light systems provide visual guidance using LED indicators that show operators exactly where and how many components to pick. Bossard Pick-to-Light helps eliminate guesswork and ensures process consistency, supporting operators throughout the entire picking process.

Once an order or assembly step is released, the relevant location lights up and displays the required quantity. Operators confirm the pick digitally using buttons, touch interfaces, or sensors, ensuring full traceability.

SmartLabel

SmartLabel turns any box or shelf into a live information point. The e-paper display shows part data and order status in real time, while replenishment can be triggered with a single push of a button.

Benefits

• Always up to date: real-time order status and ETA refresh automatically
• Replenish with one touch directly from the shop floor
• Works anywhere: wireless, long-life e-paper, flexible placement
• Lower cost of ownership with minimal maintenance
• End-to-end visibility when integrated with ELAM Solutions and Smart Factory Logistics