Stores vending with Eboy
Eboy tool supply system, fully integrated vending and stock control developed by LMT.
Eboy, available from LMT (UK) is a modular and secure vending system comprising a host PC and screen utilising LMT developed software and a combination of two types of vending units; one for smaller tools, accessed through a flap in the front, with a drawer-based unit for larger items such as gauges, fixtures or milling cutters.
By collating all items in a controlled and central compact storage area valuable time is saved when tooling for new set ups and local storage in setters’ cabinets, tool boxes or around the machine or production process is prevented.
Expensive or delicate items are stored properly to prevent damage, and all items are accountable to the person who is requesting the withdrawal. Items can also be returned to the vending system and logged as: unused, used requiring inspection or refurbishment, or scrap.
Each eboy vending unit can accommodate up to 1,260 different items with the central PC able to manage up to 32 separate cabinets installed remotely around a factory area. In total, this can equate to 40,320 separate items.
Through the logging system, report generation can be tailored to show job, customer, frequency of use, minimum and maximum stockholding, current and historical status and consumption, and profit centre reporting.
The system is not restricted to LMT specific tooling items and the storage / vending machines can be purchased, leased or rented.
Depending on the volume of tooling, LMT will provide a stocking service through its own product or distributor network and provide a ‘pay by use’ service. This has the advantage of reducing stocking levels for the customer and capital tied up with, in particular, slow moving items and spares.
The LMT (UK) service can also include a tool evaluation, inspection and reconditioning service.
LMT (UK) Ltd
