Kalmar has officially launched the Kalmar One Automation System as an independent solution, catering to a rising customer demand for a modular, equipment-type agnostic fleet management tool. This innovative system empowers terminal operators to decide what to automate and how to implement changes in their terminal operations. The Kalmar One system is designed to integrate various equipment brands, allowing operators to optimize their operations holistically through a unified interface.
This eliminates the need for multiple vendor-specific subsystems, making it easier to standardize automation solutions and operational models across different terminals. With Kalmar One, terminal operators can manage the entire terminal through a single user interface, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency. Kalmar emphasizes three key benefits of their Kalmar One solution.
First, it provides freedom from vendor lock-in, enabling users to interface with any brand of automated equipment. This flexibility allows operators to select and potentially change their equipment and automation suppliers in future projects without restrictions. Second, the system optimizes the entire logistics flow from stack to quay, enhancing performance on both the quayside and landside.
This ensures efficient operations throughout the terminal, significantly boosting productivity. Lastly, Kalmar One offers scalability and flexibility, adapting to the evolving demands of a business. As operations grow, terminal operators can expand their automated systems, adding new equipment as necessary.
The system supports various automation levels, from remote-controlled equipment to fully automated container movements. Juuso Kanner, Vice President of Automation Business Line at Kalmar, states that Kalmar One truly democratizes automation, enabling operators to integrate and optimize their fleets without vendor constraints. This seamless connection can unlock the full potential of automated assets, driving efficiency and reducing operational costs.