the warehouse pharmaceutical manufacturing solutions set

THE WAREHOUSEMobile devices are an essential tool for today’s modern warehouse and combine a mixture of handheld computers and wearable technology.

The pharmaceutical warehouse is a busy place with large volumes of data being processed and an emphasis on speed, control and accuracy. The key to a healthy supply chain is real-time, total visibility solutions that effectively manage all of the integrated operations that are required on a daily basis. Inbound goods must be processed quickly, with pertinent data being recorded and then sent to the warehouse management system. Outbound finished goods must be loaded and shipped according to the shipping order, and pallet data is again captured and transmitted to the warehouse management system.

A Wireless LAN network will transmit data in real-time to track inventory and warehouse processes. When a barcode is scanned, its information is transmitted wirelessly to access points mounted on the ceiling throughout the warehouse. The data is then populated into the warehouse management system. VisionID warehouse hardware solutions integrate with the leading ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, BPCS etc.

VisionID Warehouse Management Solutions incorporate best in class mobile technologies that have been proved to minimise picking errors and enhance fulfilment requirements. Become more efficient in your warehouse and you’ll be able to have exactly what your production process want, without holding more than you need.

The pharmaceutical warehouse managers and employees can keep track of every item as they arrive, where items are located and when items depart using a warehouse management system that incorporates mobile computers, bar code scanning, bar code printing and Wireless LAN connectivity to give total insight into inventory and capture material tracking information. Fork lift mounted mobile computers also scan items located throughout the warehouse using the same mobile technology.

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the VisionID

PHARMACEUTICALMANUFACTURING

Solutions Set

Whether you need to track, trace or identify materials through

your facility or through your supply chain, VisionID has the

solution to provide accurate, end-to-end traceability.

From the moment raw materials are received, to the moment finished goods are shipped, VisionID’s Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Solution Set improves quality and compliance. By combining handheld computers, barcode scanners, barcode label printers and Wireless LAN technologies VisionID’s Solution Set allow you to track and trace by lot or batch the ingredients used in the pharmaceutical manufacturing process to ensure traceability across the supply chain.

VisionID has solutions to improve efficiency and quality throughout the pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply chain processes. Wherever testing, tracking, recording, documentation, production, or packaging takes place, VisionID solutions provide the control and accuracy your industry demands.

From our industrial grade bar code readers to the industry’s most advanced mobile computers, VisionID’s Solution Set will integrate smoothly into your existing IT backbone while keeping you ahead of the technology curve.

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Create a seamless work environment by connecting employees with accurate information, and empower them to do their best. Whether on the production line, in the warehouse or at the dock, better data means fewer errors and lower costs.

Handheld Computers and Tablet PC’sToday’s pharmaceutical manufacturing environment demands the convenience of a conventional computer in a portable, handheld device. Access to data while on the move ensures information is accessible in real-time while increasing mobility and productivity beyond the office to the production floor. VisionID supply and support a range of mobile devices from the worlds leading manufacturers of these product ranges including Motorola, Symbol, Intermec, Honeywell and Xplore.

Intrinsically Safe/ATEX approved equipmentIntrinsic Safety (IS) and ATEX approved is a concept developed for operation of electronic equipment in hazardous environments. For some pharmaceutical manufacturers the need for handheld devices to comply with dust zone 21 or 22 atmospheres, as well as gas zone 1 environments, is paramount. The diverse range of intrinsically safe and ATEX approved equipment available from VisionID means that we can cater for your specialised needs for hazardous area electronic equipment for both maintenance and production purposes. At VisionID we have teamed with the leading manufacturers of ATEX approved products including Stahl, Gecma and Bartec.

Wireless LAN for ManufacturingThe VisionID portfolio of wireless solutions enables both process and discrete manufacturing environments to access, move and manage any type of information including voice, video and data in real time. Combine Wireless LAN enabled handheld computers and bar code technologies with applications from market leading automation partners to streamline your manufacturing processes. By creating a more seamless flow of continuous, accurate information, you’ll experience fewer errors and improve production within your facility. VisionID supply and support Wireless LAN solutions from the worlds leading manufacturers including Cisco and Motorola/Symbol

Labelling Solutions:LabellingVisionID provides both in-stock and custom-made label solutions for a multiple of applications within the manufacturing environment. From full colour finished product to warehouse shipping labels, VisionID has it all. We offer a wide range of combinations to ensure optimum print quality as well as best adhesive contact. VisionID’s dedicated Media Specialist can advise on best label solution for your product.

Cleanroom LabellingVisionID’s cleanroom labelling supplies meet the rigorous standards for printing solutions in cleanroom environments, labels that will deliver consistent performance in spite of exposure to chemicals, moisture and even extreme high and low temperatures. VisionID supply labels to hold up to the harsh conditions thrown at them through autoclave and cryogenic treatments.

This line of labels answers the call for environmental purity in a broad range of manufacturing environments, from biotechnology laboratories to breweries. The solutions meet the cleanroom needs of virtually all industries, including pharmaceutical, automotive, aerospace, and electronics.

Label PrintersA complete range of label printers are available to compliment the on-demand label printing requirement of a busy pharmaceutical manufacturing plant. Desktop, mobile, mid-range and high end printers are available to ensure prompt, accurate and legible labels are produced for all applications from end product on-pack labels to warehouse shipping labels and tags. VisionID’s list of label printer manufacturers include Zebra, Intermec, Datamax and Toshiba..

Barcode Scanners & Fixed Position ScannersWhether it corded or cordless, rugged or general purpose VisionID has the barcode scanner that is right for your task. From simple handheld units that are the workhorse of busy manufacturing facilities to more sophisticated fixed position laser and vision based barcode scanners for controlling material flows on conveyor systems.

Machine Vision SystemsIf your requirement is to Locate, Measure, Inspect or Identify then VisionID has the solution you require. Machine Vision is the technology to replace or compliment the manual inspection and measurement process through sophisticated digital camera and image processing technology. Vision sensors and smart cameras allow for accurate processing in a vast range of applications. VisionID has partnered with manufacturers SICK, Microscan and Cognex to deliver the best in class machine vision systems available today.

RFID for Pharmaceutical ApplicationsRFID (Radio Frequency Identification) solutions for pharmaceutical applications provide a number of benefits including strong counterfeit protection and a complete track and trace solution. By augmenting existing bar code technology with RFID the pharmaceutical manufacturer can create an electronic “pedigree” for every product. An electronic pedigree contains a full account of how a specific product (such as bottle of pills) moves through the supply chain to the customer, identifying unique information such as serial number, lot number and expiration date. The benefits of RFID technology to the pharmaceutical sector includes increased brand protection through anti-counterfeiting technology, improved operational efficiencies and improved data accuracy and integrity.

Direct Part Marking SolutionsTracking individual components or simply tagging valuable assets can be a costly proposition when standard product labelling techniques fail to measure up over time. Direct Part Marking (DPM) provides a permanent marking solution that ensures readability throughout the life of your asset or products, even when subjected to harsh environments. The most common methods of marking are Laser-etching, Dot peening, Ink-jet and Chemical-etching and the method of etching is dependant on the material to be marked, the required lifespan, accessibility of area to be marked etc. VisionID technicians can advise on best permanent marking solution for your product

Service and Support VisionID not only guarantee great products but can support each through service contracts that will provide added benefit through preventative maintenance and breakdown cover. Our dedicated Service and Support Department can offer consultancy on configuration and set up as well as a range of on-site and return to base services.

“Our dealings with VisionID have been very positive. The job they completed for us exactly met our requirements. I would have no problem in recommending them”.

The RequirementAs with any world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing facility the requirement for state of the art scanning and printing equipment would prove paramount. Secondary to this requirement was a reliable in-country supplier who could advise on the best equipment to allow smooth integration of production, warehouse and back office processes.

As well as a focus on actual production facility within the Cork plant there was also a requirement to automate the warehouse facility to accurately monitor and reconcile throughput of in-bound ingredients and out-bound finished products.

The SolutionA combination of MC9090 handheld devices and LS3408 scanners from Symbol (Motorola) and Z4M printers from Zebra Technologies provided the total solution package that allowed for data capture, storage and printing. All printed labels supplied by VisionID adhere to Centocor’s strict validation process.

LS3408 handheld corded scanner captures 1D barcodes in the harshest of conditions, even when labels are at varying distances. Featuring the widest working range available, it reads labels as far away as 45 feet and as close as .25 inches.

The Symbol MC9090 mobile computers support current and next-generation business-critical applications that help maximize the efficiency and productivity of mobile workers inside and outside “the four walls” of the most demanding environments such as the Centocor manufacturing and warehouse floors. The Symbol MC 9090 supplied to Centocor were a mixture of standard and ATEX approved units.

The Zebra Z4M is an easy-to-use, cost effective industrial printer that adapts to changing application needs. The Z4M is ideal for a wide variety of

applications, including shipping/receiving, compliance labelling, asset tracking, inventory control, and ticketing which was an ideal fit for the Centocor requirement.

Centocor is a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson and manufactures active ingredients for medical products at their Cork site in Ringaskiddy.

Centocor’s work has revolutionized the science of immunology. They pioneered monoclonal antibody technology, a cutting-edge approach that launched a new generation of products to treat immune-related diseases.

The OutcomeThe Centocor facility at Ringaskiddy now forms the strategic manufacturing centre of a new global supply chain for the company for many of their existing and new pipeline recombinant mammalian cell fermentation and monoclonal antibody products. The equipment commissioned for this facility will prove key to future growth as well as product integrity and VisionID are proud to be a part of this process.

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