Vending machines - Efficient C-parts management thanks to HK-MAT
HK-MAT vending machines are the complete solution for effective material and tool management. They take over the stocking, dispensing and automated reordering of your tools, goods and small parts, e.g. C-parts or MRO goods, thus reducing downtimes and production interruptions.
Thanks to their versatile development and special variety, HK-MAT systems are now used in all sectors and industries. Whether cutting tools in metalworking, personal protective equipment in the aerospace industry or hand tools in the electrical industry, we have the right system for tool dispensing, storage and resource management.
Your challenges in production
- Do you have production interruptions due to missing materials or long distances due to central warehousing?
- Would you like to make the time-consuming procurement of C-parts more efficient?
- Do you want to control your tool consumption and reduce tool shrinkage?
- Would you like to increase your productivity and reduce process costs?
- Are you struggling with staff shortages?
- Are you facing challenges due to increasing digitalization?
- Do you want to keep your competitors at a distance?
The versions of the HK-MAT vending machines - as individual as your needs
The HK-MAT vending machines are available in a wide range of variants and offer you maximum flexibility. From systems with drawers, spiral systems for goods dispensing or weighing cells. The systems can be combined to suit your requirements. Expansion units can be retrofitted at any time and easily connected via plug and play.
If you install the tool vending machines at different locations within your production facility, the systems can be networked with each other. This creates transparency regarding the availability of goods in the neighboring storage locations.
To ensure that your HK-MAT system is customized to your needs, we offer three different service packages: EFFICIENT, PRODUCTIVE or INTEGRATED. This allows you to choose the software options you need for your application.
The right software solution for professional tool management
We offer you the ideal service package according to your requirements and expectations. Choose the right software solution for your vending machine: EFFICIENT, PRODUCTIVE or INTEGRATED. An upgrade is possible at any time!
The advanced (innovative) software solution INTEGRATED controls the new "HK-MAT+" model series and utilizes the digital tool management EVOtools (by EVO Informationssysteme). This enables smart operation via an app - whether on a PC, tablet, or smartphone.
The software versions for your vending machine
Which software version is compatible with which vending machine?
Performance overview of the HK-MAT EFFICIENT, HK-MAT PRODUCTIVE and HK-MAT INTEGRATED software versions
You can find the complete service descriptions and differences between the three software versions for your optimum tool management in our service overview.
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Simple operation of the vending machine in your company
Identification:
You and your employees identify yourselves conveniently at the machine via RFID, PIN code or barcode.
Withdrawal:
You can select and remove the right tool using the text/category search, the barcode catalog, your personal favorites list or by direct removal.
Reordering:
Items are reordered automatically at defined order times or when the minimum stock level is reached.
Storage:
After receiving the ordered goods, you can easily put away several items at the same time via barcode scanner. You can also use the HAHN+KOLB system support service to refill your HK-MAT vending machine.
Save process costs by using a vending machine
Many different types of costs are incurred in day-to-day work: Labor costs due to search and removal times, costs due to machine downtime, costs for the maintenance of a centrally managed tool dispenser as well as the costs for the replacement of used tools.
We will be happy to provide you with a detailed process cost calculation - individually tailored to your needs. We can calculate further factors for you, from the identification of requirements to the purchase requisition in purchasing through to electronic invoice receipt.
Buying, renting or financing vending machines?
If you would like to use a vending machine from HAHN+KOLB in your company, you can rent it for a usage fee, buy it or even use it investment-free. Benefit from our CASH-BACK model and receive a refund of up to 100% of the usage fee.
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What our customers say
ADMEDES GmbH
The medical technology company ADMEDES opened a modern training workshop facility to develop skilled professionals. With the support of HAHN+KOLB, a high-tech learning environment with automated tool management was created under tight deadlines.
Ausbildungszentrum für Technik AZTe
The AZTe training center in Pforzheim relies on a modern, centralized, automated tool management. With the support of HAHN+KOLB, an efficient facility was established within six months, ensuring availability, organization and responsible use of equipment.
Hagl GmbH
Hagl GmbH improved tool availability in production by implementing vending machines from HAHN+KOLB. The automated, manufacturer-independent solution reduced search times, streamlined ordering processes and increased efficiency and flexibility.
Innomotics GmbH
Innomotics automated the distribution of PPE using weighing-cell vending machines from HAHN+KOLB. The solution significantly reduced administrative effort as well as procurement costs, while ensuring 24/7, cost-efficient PPE availability.
Rösler Oberflächentechnik GmbH
Rösler Surface Technology optimized PPE and tool distribution together with HAHN+KOLB by implementing 21 HK-MAT vending machines. The solution reduced consumption and process costs by up to 30 percent and enables centralized, fully automated 24/7 supply directly in production.
WILO SE Lehrwerkstatt
The WILO Group opened a modern training workshop facility featuring decentralized HK-MAT vending machines from HAHN+KOLB. This ensures fast tool availability, transparent inventory management and teaches apprentices responsible handling of equipment.
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