H.E. Butt Grocery Company Chooses HK Systems


MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, MAY 19, 2008 - HK Systems, Inc., North America's leading automated material handling and supply chain software total solutions provider, has been selected to provide a new, state-of-the- art, Automated Storage & Retrieval System (ASRS) for H.E. Butt Grocery Co. in San Antonio, Texas. The unique system is designed to automatically store pallets of frozen goods and retrieve products for full pallet delivery, as well as pick-face replenishment.

The ASRS is designed around the industry leading HK4000 Storage & Retrieval Machines (SRM), and is configured to store pallets in a triple-deep configuration. This unique design allows for in-rack pick tunnels, while utilizing the space above the tunnels for pallet storage, thus providing the perfect balance between picking efficiency, storage density, and rack utilization. HK Systems' Equipment Management System (EMS) controls the activities of the SRM's and the front-end pallet conveyor systems, automatically handling product put-away, full pallet retrieval, and pick-face replenishment based on daily order fulfillment requirements.

In addition to supplying the automated equipment, HK Systems is also performing the general construction services for the new facility. As North America's leading builder of rack supported storage systems in temperature controlled environments, HK Systems is uniquely qualified to design and build this facility. When completed, the facility will occupy approximately 70,500-sq. ft. (plus a 9,000-sq. ft. mezzanine) and will stand nearly 120' tall at its highest point with an operating temperature of -20° F.

For more information regarding HK Systems, its products and/or services, call 1-800-HKSYSTEMS or visit www.hksystems.com.

About HK Systems

Addressing the synchronized flow of material and information throughout a company's network, HK Systems develops, deploys, and maintains innovative solutions that improve customer service, reduce inventory and delivery time, and lower overall costs of manufacturing, distribution, and transportation.

HK's comprehensive product and service offerings include Solution Design, Solution Delivery including automated storage and retrieval systems, automated guided vehicles, conveyance, sortation, customer services, RFID solutions, and logistics software and Solution Support.

About H.E. Butt Grocery Company

For more than 100 years, H-E-B has been an innovative retailer. Known for its fresh food, quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience at every day low prices. Based in San Antonio, H-E-B employs more than 67,000 partners and serves millions of customers in more than 150 communities throughout Texas and Mexico. For more information, visit www.heb.com.

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