Broman Logistics streamline operations with advanced automation and vacuum lifts
The TAWI vacuum lifter has already proven beneficial by reducing physical strain on employees.
Broman Logistics is the logistics and import division of the Broman Group, serving chains like Motonet and AD Varaosamaailma in Finland, Sweden, and Estonia. The company handles logistics for Motonet's online stores in Finland and Sweden, efficiently processing over 3.5 million order lines annually from its two logistics centers.
The Kerava logistics center, covering about 46,000 square meters, is a highly automated facility with 97% of its operations automated. It employs over 100 logistics professionals year-round, emphasising its crucial role in the company's operations.
Challenge: Broman Logistics is looking to boost productivity and ergonomics
In early 2024, Broman Logistics Oy, part of the Broman Group, expanded its operations at the Kerava facility. This expansion aimed to improve the automation of pallet collection by incorporating TAWI's advanced vacuum lifter technology.
Broman wanted to test TAWI´s vacuum lifter solution to improve productivity and ergonomics. It was also important that the vacuum lifter could be used flexibly at two different workstations as needed. Currently, everything is working smoothly.
Solution: Introducing TAWI Vacuum Lifter - receives positive employee feedback
Elina Kuusipuska, the Logistics Project Manager at Broman Logistics, told about the recent introduction of the TAWI vacuum lifter. The vacuum lifter was installed so that it could be used at two different picking stations. The installation space was quite tight and challenging, so the solution had to be lightweight and easily adaptable.
The products range is from car spare parts to various retail items, such as swimming pools and small garden tools. At Broman, the vacuum lifter is used to place goods onto pallets, from which forklifts pick up the prepared pallets for further delivery. Although it has been in use for a short time, employees have given positive feedback, its ease of use and how it improves work ergonomics and conserves energy.
“The vacuum lifter has been easy to use and all employees who has used it are positive,” - Elina Kuusipuska, Logistics Project Manager .
Result: Innovative lifting solutions enhance efficiency and ergonomics
Broman Logistics plans to expand the use of the vacuum lifter in the final collection phase of the Kerava extension. The company is also exploring other TAWI solutions to further enhance ergonomics in their warehouse operations.
The TAWI vacuum lifter has already proven beneficial by reducing physical strain on employees, allowing them to finish their workday with more energy for personal activities. This initiative represents a significant step towards improving workplace ergonomics and operational efficiency at Broman Logistics.