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Intelligent automation for your Kanban process

Optical Bin is an automated Kanban replenishment solution that detects when an empty bin has been removed from its assigned location and automatically triggers a replenishment order.

By eliminating manual ordering and reducing inventory monitoring, it helps manufacturers maintain continuous material availability while improving efficiency across production and supply chain operations.

Fully Automated

Replenishment orders are generated automatically.

Continuous Availability

Keep C-parts available when production needs them.

Complete Visibility

Monitor inventory through MyFabory Insights.
The Challenge

Still managing Kanban replenishment manually?

Fastener bins used in an Optical Bin Kanban replenishment process
Production downtime
Manual ordering
Excess inventory
Limited inventory visibility
Repetitive administration
With Optical Bin, these challenges become a thing of the past.
How It Works

How Optical Bin Works

1
Components are used
Components are used during production.
2
Empty bin is detected
The sensor detects when the empty bin is removed.
3
Replenishment is triggered
A replenishment order is sent to Fabory.
4
Fabory prepares stock
Fabory prepares the required replacement stock.
5
Bin is replenished
The replenished bin is returned.
Technology

Simple installation. Fast implementation.

Designed for straightforward integration into your Kanban replenishment process.
Power
Power
Standard 220V supply
Connectivity
Connectivity
GSM connectivity
ERP Integration
ERP Integration
SAP via secure middleware
Installation
Installation
From approximately 50 minutes per module
Training
Training
Minimal operator training
Go-live
Go-live
Immediately after installation
Optical Bin Technology
The Benefits

Why Choose Optical Bin?

Automate Kanban replenishment, reduce manual processes and help keep the components your production needs continuously available.

Eliminate manual ordering
Replenishment orders are triggered automatically when an empty bin is removed.
Prevent stock shortages
Automatic replenishment helps ensure the components you need remain available.
Reduce inventory
Reliable replenishment helps reduce the need to hold unnecessary safety stock.
Improve production continuity
Reduce the risk of production interruptions caused by unavailable components.
Increase process reliability
Automated detection creates a more consistent and dependable replenishment process.
Fabory Optical Bin benefits

Frequently asked questions

1

How does Optical Bin detect when stock needs replenishing?

Optical Bin detects when an empty bin is removed from its assigned location. This automatically triggers the replenishment process without the need for manual ordering.

2

Does Optical Bin integrate with SAP?

Yes. Optical Bin can integrate with SAP through secure middleware, supporting an automated flow between the replenishment signal and the ordering process.

3

Does Optical Bin require operator training?

Only minimal operator training is required. The replenishment process is automated, helping reduce the manual tasks involved in managing Kanban stock.

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