German packaging manufacturer Heuchemer Verpackung has
implemented a UK-developedradio frequency identification (RFID)based plasticpallet
tracking systemto increase visibility of
pallets and products.
The Smartflow system, which Liverpool-headquartered SLR
Technology Solutions is to launch at the
CeBit digital trade fair taking place in Germany this week,
uses RFID technology and management software to track reusable
plastic pallets through the supply chain.
Christoph Heuchemer, managing director of Heuchemer Verpackungen
said, "We are the first company in our industry to use a
combination of plastic pallets and tracking system."
Heuchemer chose Smartflow because of its ability to integrate
with the company's existing ERP and logistics systems.
"The system enables us to monitor our supply chain performance
online and has also reduced our pallet costs as they are reusable
and we pay only for those we are currently using," said
Heuchemer.