Buffering & Sequencing Solutions

Buffer systems can help keep warehouse and production workflows running smoothly. They support processes that include wait or hold steps, provide reserve inventory to handle fluctuating demand, and enable quick, accurate order consolidation before packing or shipping. 

Kardex offers scalable and flexible buffer solutions that reduce operator search time, save valuable floor space, and ensure goods are available exactly when you need them. 

From managing fluctuating demand in production to optimizing space in dispatch zones, every operation faces different challenges. Kardex develops customized buffering and sequencing solutions that adapt to your unique environment.  

From bins to pallets, our systems handle a wide range of load carriers and can be configured for intermediate storage in production, order staging, or pre-sorted delivery for packaging and shipment.  

For Production Buffers  

• Absorb fluctuations between process steps to prevent downtime  

• Stage semi-finished goods just-in-time for assembly  

• Support 24/7 production continuity with automated retrieval and return  

For Shipping Buffers  

• Consolidate and sequence orders automatically  

• Stage pallets or bins in the correct loading order  

• Shorten truck waiting times and increase outbound accuracy  

Flexible Integration and Modular Design  

Kardex buffering and sequencing solutions connect seamlessly with material handling equipment such as conveyors, AGVs, and robotic systems. Whether installed in a production hall or distribution center, our modular architecture allows for step-by-step automation and scalable growth.  

Automated systems can be configured as stand-alone units or integrated into a fully connected warehouse ecosystem, ensuring smooth, data-driven flows from goods receipt to dispatch.  

Visibility and Performance Through Data  

Integrated software solutions provide complete transparency across inventory, buffer status, and system performance. Real-time data enables predictive planning, process optimization, and continuous improvement, ensuring your production and shipping areas run at peak efficiency.