Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2018
Title: Innovations by Christian Hofmann in Storage and Order-Picking Systems
Introduction
Christian Hofmann is an accomplished inventor based in Wurzburg, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of storage and order-picking systems, holding a total of 2 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing efficiency and automation in logistics.
Latest Patents
Hofmann's latest patents include a storage and order-picking system and method for providing articles in a particular order. This system is characterized by a shelf arrangement that includes shelves, vertical conveyors, and autonomously movable, driverless transport vehicles (FTF). The FTF plane is designed to be substantially barrier-free, extending under, over, or through the shelf arrangement. It is coupled to the shelf arrangement by conveyor technology via the vertical conveyors. The FTF plane features a travel surface with a topology of travel points and segments, allowing the FTFs to move in a guided manner. A fleet manager produces and outputs travel orders for the FTFs, which include individual navigation information to transport storage goods efficiently.
Career Highlights
Christian Hofmann is currently associated with SSI Schäfer Noell GmbH Lager- und Systemtechnik. His work at this company has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in the field of logistics and automation.
Collaborations
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Conclusion
Christian Hofmann's contributions to storage and order-picking systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation in logistics. His patents reflect a forward-thinking approach that enhances operational efficiency in the industry.