Operating equipment for producing in the smallest space

The most important advantages at a glance

Daily challenges of producing in tight spaces

Blocked production area

Unstructured storage takes up valuable space that is urgently needed for machines or workstations. Tools, materials, and aids are often in the way or lying around unused. This leads to inefficient use of available space and processes come to a halt.

Long search times

When order and clear structures are lacking, employees spend a lot of time searching. Each unnecessary trip to storage or aids costs time and energy. In the end, this results in significant delays in the entire production.

Inflexible workstations

Rigid workstations are difficult to adapt to new requirements. Without mobile or modular solutions, changes in the production process become costly and expensive. Thus, valuable flexibility is lost in everyday operations.

Loss of productivity

Cramped conditions restrict freedom of movement and necessitate rearranging. This leads to unnecessary interruptions in workflow. The result is decreased productivity and increased costs per order.

With operating equipment from Apfel for more efficiency in producing in tight spaces

Our solutions optimally use every space and create order even in cramped production environments. They shorten paths, reduce setup times, and ensure tools and materials are always within reach. This keeps your production productive, safe, and flexible despite space constraints.

Our solutions for producing in tight spaces

Tool cabinet punching

Optimally tuned for working with punching machines
Special tool holders for storing and providing stamps, dies, adjustment rings, strippers, punch needles, cutting punches, as well as empty and equipped setup cassettes
Reduces costly setup times through quick access and increases tool life with custom-fit holders

Tool cabinet bending

Optimally tuned for work with bending presses
Special tool holders for precise storage and provision of upper and lower tools – stored both upright and upside down to avoid turning
Reduces costly setup times through quick access and increases work safety with custom-fit holders

Tool cabinet milling

Optimally designed for working with all common tool types such as SK, HSK, VDI, ABS and Capto
Unique system with screwed tool holders that can be flexibly adjusted to the respective tool types with colored plastic hooks
Special tool holders for precise storage and provision of all drilling, turning, and milling tools
Reduces costly setup times through quick access and is long-term usable with flexibly adjustable tool holders

Storage cabinet perforated walls

Optimal for clear storage of hand tools, consumables, and operating resources such as grinding discs → Used frequently in car workshops
Specially designed, double-sided usable perforated metal walls that are infinitely depth-adjustable with a knurled screw
The perforated plate features not only a square perforation of 10 x 10 mm but also a round perforation of 5 mm for attaching all types of hooks and holders

Work island with folding workbench

With integrated folding workbench for a stable work surface
Can be closed with one hand and secured with a combination lock
Creates temporary workstations exactly where you need them
Optimal for assembly, testing, and measuring stations
Flexibly extendable with a wide range of accessories
Available in three different widths

System column assembly

System column for clear assembly workstations
Equipped with 6 galvanized universal shelves that can be mounted horizontally or obliquely
The usable dimensions of the shelves are optimal for common storage boxes and Euro standard containers
For maximum flexibility all components are made from perforated metal (10 x 10 mm square and 5 mm round perforations), to which accessories such as hooks, brackets, holders, and fastenings can be attached

Storage tower

Individually configurable with shelf widths of 1,250 – 4,050 mm and shelf depths of 610 – 1,270 mm
Load capacity of 250 – 1,000 kg per shelf and 70 – 127 t per storage tower
Height from 2.5 – 15 m in 100 mm increments
Ideal for compressing entire pallet storage or for precise tool provisioning directly at a machine
Automatic storage in 25-mm intervals that flexibly adapts to the storage goods
Optionally with photo capture and intuitive iPad control

Intuitive warehouse management software

The simple yet clever warehouse management software saves employees any search times and provides the storage goods in advance in the output of the storage tower as needed
An integrated camera in the storage tower documents every movement of the shelves in real-time – images can be retrieved digitally in the app. This way, the current load status of the shelves, including exact removal times and user logins, is recorded and viewable at any time

Accessories for space-optimized production

Tool holder (for installation in the tool cabinet)
Tool carrier (for mobile use or in the storage tower)
Document holder & PC accessories
Slot grid bins & partition systems
Storage view boxes & Euro norm containers

Interesting for every business

Electric transporter eMULI

Battery-powered electric transporter with a loading area of 600 mm (W) x
800 mm (L)
Approx. 40 km range at a maximum speed of 15 km/h
Available with and without road approval
Ideal for internal plant traffic and short distances outside the company premises

Cleaning cart

For the mobile provision of all cleaning materials in production
All cleaning materials at hand where they are needed
Equipped with three euro containers, a zinc-coated trash bin, brooms, and a dustpan with shovel and matching shadow boards
Completely assembled including two shelves and a compartment for cleaning agents

Work Island PC Station

Complete solutions for the digital workplace in production
Equipped with monitor holder, writing tray, document compartments and more
Optimal in narrow passages or at the entrance for time recording and goods receipt
Flexibly expandable with a wide range of accessories

Storage bins & euro containers

Available in various dimensions and colors
Ideal for clearly organized setup of storage towers, trolley systems, system columns, and tool cabinets
Size compatible and stackable
Made from sturdy, impact-resistant plastic

This distinguishes our solutions in producing within the smallest space

More storage capacity

With compact tool cabinets and storage towers, you multiply your storage capacity on the same area. This keeps valuable production space free for your machines and workstations.

Faster access

Clear labeling and ergonomic arrangement ensure that every tool and material is immediately available, significantly reducing search times and setup processes.

Optimized safety

Mobile workshop trolleys and fixed storage places maintain order and reduce tripping hazards, increasing safety in confined manufacturing areas.

High flexibility

Our systems are modularly designed and can be expanded or adjusted at any time, allowing you to quickly respond to new requirements and remain flexible in the long term.

Less downtime

Since work equipment is ready directly at the place of use, setup times and downtimes are shortened, leading to smoother production and higher utilization.

Years of experience

Our solutions come from decades of industrial experience. This knowledge is incorporated into every detail, ensuring products that prove themselves in tough daily use.

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