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Deutsche Aircraft links two automated storage systems
Jungheinrich has handed over the automated logistics center of Deutsche Aircraft at Leipzig/Halle Airport. The facility is integrated into the digitized and paperless final assembly line for the regional aircraft D328eco and is intended to support the planned production ramp-up. According to the companies, the automatic container compact warehouse "Power Cube" and an automated narrow aisle warehouse are working together in an industrial facility under a single control for the first time.
More than 6,500 containers on 210 square meters
The "Power Cube" occupies around 210 square meters of floor space and offers capacity for more than 6,500 containers on 26 levels. 16 shuttles transport the containers between the warehouse and five workstations. Frequently needed parts are automatically placed in the lower levels due to the higher number of incoming and outgoing items. Less frequently needed items gradually move to higher areas of the warehouse.
For components required in assembly, the system has separate preparation shafts. The storage area also operates with reduced oxygen levels to reduce the risk of fire.
Automated Pallet Storage in Two Aisles
The container warehouse is complemented by an automated narrow aisle warehouse. In two aisles, it handles 624 pallets. Two mobile robots of the type "EKX 516ka" take care of the fully automatic storage and retrieval of Euro pallets.
Conveyor technology connects the goods receipt with six picking stations and the goods issue. During transport, the system captures each pallet by barcode and automatically checks contour and weight. For long goods, Jungheinrich additionally installed 135 cantilever rack positions, which are served by electric forklifts.
Joint Control for Both Storage Systems
All transport movements in the "Power Cube" and in the automated narrow aisle warehouse are coordinated by a joint Warehouse Control System from Jungheinrich. This integrates the two goods flows into a common control architecture.
The intralogistics is part of the final assembly line referred to as "Factory 4.0" by Deutsche Aircraft. There, small parts and pallets are to be stored in a limited space and provided on demand for production. The material supply is integrated into a continuously digital process chain.
Expansion to Three Shifts Possible
The facility is initially designed for two-shift operation and can be expanded to three shifts. According to Deutsche Aircraft, production is being ramped up to a capacity of up to 48 aircraft per year.
In the final expansion, according to the main part of the announcement, 250 to 350 employees are expected to manufacture up to 48 aircraft annually at the Leipzig/Halle site. However, the company information from Deutsche Aircraft states approximately 250 new employees for production at the site. The final assembly line was inaugurated in the fall of 2026 and is in the production ramp-up phase.
Translated automatically from German.
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