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Shuttle VLM Controls and Software

Remstar emphasizes its ability to provide organizations with multiple levels of controls and FastPic® software designed specifically to drive the Shuttle® XP VLM and other automated equipment. The controls and software will improve an organizations inventory management and operational efficiencies.

Shuttle VLM Controls 2000:

Shuttle VLM Controls 2000
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Standard Controls 2000 includes:

  • Large LC display with graphic design feature, background illumination, high contrast, low glare, easy reading.
  • Easy tray storage and retrieval functions using numeric keypad and control keys.
  • All information is in plain text, not coded information.
  • Connection of peripheral equipment such as printers, bar code readers, scales, additional displays, alpha-numeric keyboards, and monitors.
  • Open system with RS232, RS422, RS485, and Ethernet with CAN-BUS options.

Special functionality includes:

  • Discrete tray speed settings allow one unit to store both sensitive and non-sensitive items.
  • Each tray is automatically weighed when stored to protect users and equipment.
  • Multiple capacity trays can be stored in one unit for maximum flexibility.
The FastPic Inventory Management Suite of Software:
FastPic Middleware - Host Interface Software

Inventory Management SoftwareAllows organizations to improve parts departments and warehouse efficiencies by integrating advanced inventory management software controlled Shuttle VLMs into their existing ERP, WMS, DMS software structure. Standard interfaces include: Text, CSV, SAP IDOC, Profit 21, ADP, Reynolds & Reynolds, UCS, Auto/Mate, ArKona, ADAM Systems and Karmak. The following systems have also been interfaced to FastPic: Alliance, Fourth Shift, Great Plains, JD Edwards, ManMan, Mapics, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Made2-Manage, Manhattan Associates PkMS and Radio Beacon.  

Features Include:

  • Data can be passed from the host to FastPic for efficient order handling, stocking and cycle counting.
  • All inventory transactions are journaled by FastPic and made available to the host system for batch or real-time host updates.
  • An inventory list can be passed from the host to FastPic making reconciling inventory discrepancies easy and efficient.
  • Part changes on the host computer system can be synchronized with the FastPic database.

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FastPic WMI - Windows Machine Interface
FastPic WMI Diagram

A cost effective approach to easily integrate Shuttle VLMs into your current IT architecture by providing a high-level programming interface. Programmers will save weeks of development time using this plug and play component for device communications and control. This translates to reduced investment and more rapid implementation of advanced inventory management and handling techniques.

Features Include:

  • Request delivery of trays to the operator for picking, storing or counting
  • Reduces facilities programmer time and investment
  • Plug and play simplicity and ease of use
  • Can eliminate coding errors which creates equipment inefficiencies
  • Available in Windows COM and .Net
  • Includes sample applications in VB6, VC++ and C# .Net

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FastPic L - Locator Software
FastPic L Screenshot

Provides simple and efficient parts storage and retrieval operations using Remstar Shuttle VLMs. Operators simply enter or scan a part number, aka or description and the tray is delivered to the operator for picking or stocking.

Features Include:

  • Simple part storage and retrieval from Remstar Shuttle VLMs
  • Efficiently manages space on your trays
  • Random or fixed locations, by part number
  • Basic bar code abilities
  • Installation wizards
  • Easy intuitive design

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FastPic IC - Inventory Control
FastPic IC Screenshot

Provides inventory control for automated workstations using any combination of shelving, rack, pick-to-light, carousels and Shuttle VLMs. Multiple inventory management techniques including: FIFO, lot tracking, random and fixed locations, and many more are incorporated.

Features Include:

  • Track parts, locations and stock levels throughout your warehouse
  • including in Remstar Shuttle VLMs
  • Advanced space management
  • Part and location verification
  • Cycle counting
  • Transaction history journals
  • User management
  • Controlled access to trays by user id
  • Standard & custom reports
  • Lot number control
  • Single or multi-user implementations
  • Pick list processing
  • Host interface and reconciliation reports
  • Hot transactions
  • Easy configuration wizard

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FastPic TXP - Transaction Processor Software
FastPic TXP Screenshot

Works with your existing ERP and WMS software’s inventory locations and provides efficient picking, stocking and counting of inventory from carousels, Shuttle VLMs, shelving, rack and pick-to-light. Multiple inventory management techniques can be deployed including: parallel picking, pick and pass, hot transactions, pick to cart and many more.

Features Include:

  • Host managed inventory and locations
  • Eliminates duplicate inventories 
  • Host interface including orders, receipts and cycle counts
  • Order management and batch order processing
  • Replenishment
  • Cycle counting
  • Bar code labeling
  • Inventory reports
  • Pick consolidation
  • Part and location verification

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FastPic 4 - Inventory Management
FastPic 4 Screenshot

Advanced inventory management system controlling one or more workzones in a warehouse combining carousel, Shuttle VLMs, shelving, rack and pick-to-light locations. Multiple inventory management techniques can be deployed including: continuous batch picking, parallel picking, pick and pass, hot transactions, pick to cart and many more.

Features Include:

  • Advanced space management – maximizes product density on your Shuttle trays
  • Advanced inventory control
  • Host interface including orders, receipts and cycle counts
  • Order management and batch order processing
  • Replenishment
  • Cycle counting
  • Kitting
  • Standard & custom reports
  • Parts photo database
  • Bar code label printing
  • Counting scale integration

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