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Ontario, USA
Hillegom,The Netherlands
Kaunas,Lithuania
Singapore, Rep. of Singapore
Docklands, Australia
Turnkey solutionsWe have engineered, installed and integrated turnkey automated systems such as slide tray, split tray and hang sorter systems. In addition, our references include narrow belt, cross belt and cross track sorters, manual sorting systems such as Touch2Sort, and various peripheral systems.
Our track record proves that Equinox’s systems can handle a wide variety of items. From very fragile, small pieces to big and heavy products.
Our customers are mainly active in the postal & parcel market, e-commerce, fulfilment, fashion retail, pharmacy and multimedia.
Custom-fit approachTo truly understand the needs and demands of any customer, we explore the challenges, requirements and possible solutions together. In our opinion, a custom-fit approach analysis leads to the development of the best custom-fit logistical solutions.
Proven technology and tested innovationAt Equinox we closely watch the developments in the markets of our customers in order to research and develop systems that satisfy new and emerging needs. Any innovation, large or small, is fully qualified through tests before it is brought to the market or implemented at the premises of a customer.
Repeat customers In the past 25 years, Equinox´s technology, software and systems have been proven through successful implementation and operation. Our repeat customers can vouch for that.
Equinox MHE is a system integrator for internal logistics. We provide
turnkey solutions for companies requiring effectiveness and efficiency
to meet present and future intralogistical challenges.
We offer our customers expertise and experience in:
3 Design and engineering of logistical solutions
3 Development and manufacturing of sorting systems
3 Implementation and integration of installations and peripheral systems
3 Software & controls and user-friendly interface with customer’s WMS
3 Training of customer’s employees
3 Customer service and technical support
Organisation
More than 100 specialists in logistics,
warehouse management, software
development, mechanical engineering,
electrical engineering, implementation
and technical support are working hard
and smart to help customers with their
logistical challenges.
Please refer to our case studies of Secured Mail, Docdata, MLO, Ekol, Decathlon, E5 Mode etc.
´This investment continues our growth in the e-commerce sector working alongside one of our major automation partners - Equinox MHE’
JAMES WILKINS - OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
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This list is by no means exhaustive but it gives an indication of our products and services. Please contact us in order to provide you with the
right solution for your logistic challenge.
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Pick 2 Light Touch 2 Sort
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Slide Tray Sorter Oval Sorter Cross Belt Sorter Aut
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3 System integration 3 Consultancy
3 Logistics automation 3 Sorter Doctor Upgrade Program
3 Custom engineered material handling 3 Peripheral systems integration
3 Maintenance & Support 3 Software & Control
Projects are managed according to the Prince2 project management methodology.
Equinox project management consists of four principal consecutive phases.
At the end of each phase a document is signed by the customer signifying
acceptance of that project phase.
IV Maintenance & Support
After customer´s acceptance of the system,
our Maintenance & Support department
will be the first point of contact.
3 24/7 Helpdesk
3 Dial-in Support
3 Stand-by service
3 System upgrades
3 Operational support
3 Accuracy & productivity audits
3 Preventive maintenance
3 Spare parts
3 Training & instruction
Our experts can remotely connect to your
system and diagnose, analyze and
eliminate the problem in real time.
I Requirements & Concept Definition
The objective is to get all parties aligned
to the same project scope. Results of this
phase are:
3 System Design Baseline Review.
3 Customer’s approval of the Project
Baseline.
3 Design approved & contract signed.
II Detailed Design & Production
3 Production & testing of subsystems
and software.
3 Assembly of sorter components and
operational testing at Equinox´s site.
3 Curstomer reviews test results.
3 Customer approves shipment of
components to his premises.
III Integration, Testing & Handover
3 Implementation at customer’s site
and integration with host’s system.
3 Testing & System Acceptance Review.
3 Formal acceptance & handover of
the system.
3 Two week period of on-site monitoring
and training of customer’s staff.
´Equinox’s Maintenance & Support department offers great service and they
always react promptly if I am in need of it.´ LEON SPARIDAENS - PROJECT MANAGER
Project Management
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ERP
WMSVision WMS
Vision WES
Vision WCS
Exact
Starsort
Execution middleware
Warehouse control system
Stand-alone control systems
Equipment
Equinox MHE’s software & control have to meet three fundamental requirements:
3 exceptional quality performance
3 seamless integration with any customer’s system
3 user-friendly
Customers have chosen Equinox MHE precisely because our software and control
systems meet those three demands.
Products
Equinox provides software from low level
machine control up to a fully functional
WMS including dock management and
other advanced functions. All solutions are
designed custom-made and comply with
NEN-ISO 9001 standards and requirements.
Software Features
3 100% Software accuracy and up to
99.9% overall system accuracy.
3 Supports all methods for data exchange
with client’s host systems.
3 User-friendly Graphical User Interface.
3 Market leader in complex sorting logic
algorithms
3 Operator productivity statistics.
3 Graphical Sorter Simulator for operator
training.
3 Advanced system and action logging in
all software modules.
Software upgrades
When markets change, companies need to
adapt and modify their processes in their
warehouse or even implement new ones.
Upgrades to meet specific new needs
are implemented quick and seamlessly.
Equinox´s 25 years of experience guarantee
immediate performance improvement after
implementation.
Sorter Doctor Upgrade Program
We also support companies in possession
of a sorter that is no longer functioning
well. Part of the Sorter Doctor Upgrade
Program is the upgrading or replacing of
the accompanying software to make the
sorter perform effectively and accurately
again.
VISION Software & Control is developed
by Equinox. It can practically interface with
all existing WMS and ERP systems, on all
levels.
´Our sorting installation is now operating very accurately and efficiently. Thanks to Equinox’s Sorter Doctor Upgrade Program the system can
perform for many years!´ ERIK VAN DEN BROECK - LOGISTICS MANAGER
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Logistical Challenges3 Growth of online fashion retail
3 Omnichannel strategy
3 Altered push/pull ratio
3 Complicated supply chain management
3 Extended range of products
3 RFID
Equinox Solutions3 Easy interface with any WMS
3 Ergonomical sound design
3 Innovative engineering
3 Flexible, adaptable, expandable
3 Proven technology
3 Long-term partnership with suppliers
Neat dropping
Products are dropped neatly
into e.g., cartons, crates
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Hang Sorters
Also part of our product range
Fashion Logistics Equinox MHE offers turnkey sorting solutions for the many logistical challenges
retail, e-tail and wholesale companies face in today’s volatile online and offline
fashion business.
RFID
Optional subsystem
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Logistical Challenges3 Increase of e-commerce parcels and
decreasing volumes of post
3 Handwritten character recognition
3 Automatic weighing, scanning and
dimensioning
3 High capacity needed for quick delivery
Equinox Solutions3 Manage lightweight as well as heavy
items
3 Proven track record for interfacing with
various peripheral systems
3 Able to handle oddly shaped parcels
3 Compact installations with a large
number of destinations
Solu
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Various containers
Roll cages, Yorks, postal bags
Peripheral systems
OCR, DWS, etc.
High capacity
Up to 40,000 per hour
Parcels & Post Lightweight letters and heavy parcels: postal & parcel businesses around the world
can profit from Equinox MHE’s technological solutions and services.
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Solu
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Thorough experience
Extensive testing standards
Customer orientated
Custom-fit solutions
Innovative design
Ergonomic workstations
Logistical Challenges3 Wide range of products
3 Many Orders with single or few items
3 High peaks at end of the day
3 Increasing demand for later cutoff
times and multiple delivery options
Equinox Solutions3 Customized products lead to more
effective operating procedures
3 Detailed performance measurement
improves business management
3 Enhanced accuracy and quality through
innovative technology
Fulfilment & E-Commerce E-Commerce and fulfilment companies have to be flexible and always look out
for opportunities in their competitive markets. Equinox is the partner providing
efficient logistical solutions to do so succesfully.