Fashion Logistics

Engelbert Strauss Elevates Omni Channel Logistics with TGW’s Cutting-Edge Automation

Schlüchtern, Germany

Omni Channel Logistics: A Game Changer for Engelbert Strauss

Founded in 1948, Engelbert Strauss has grown from a small family business to a global leader in workwear. Known for durable and comfortable products, the company now serves corporate clients, tradespeople, and DIY enthusiasts worldwide. This growth demanded a scalable logistics solution, so they partnered with TGW Logistics to revolutionize operations at their CI Factory in Schlüchtern, Germany.

Challenges

Unpredictable Orders: Adapting to fluctuating demand, from split-case orders to bulk retailer shipments.
Return Processing: Speeding up returned goods handling to make them ready for re-picking.
Scaling Capacity: Addressing the need for a larger, highly automated fashion warehouse.
Labor Optimization: Reducing manual labor while enhancing efficiency.

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TGW’s Solution: Seamless Automation Meets Omni Channel Fulfillment

Bird view of the Engelbert Strauss distribution center

Integrated CI Factory

Production and fulfillment now coexist under one roof, supported by full digitization and automation. This integration ensures the efficient delivery of personalized, high-quality products.

FlashPick Order Fulfillment

The state-of-the-art goods-to-person system handles small and large orders with unparalleled speed. FlashPick’s 28 high-performance workstations process up to 1,000 pieces per station per hour. During peak times, up to 4,000 cartons are shipped hourly.

Automated Returns and Storage

Returned goods are inspected, repackaged, and stored automatically. The shuttle system, with one million storage locations, optimizes space and ensures seamless flow from storage to order picking.

A women operating a TGW pickstation inside the Engelbert Strauss distribution center

Streamlined Shipping

Orders are automatically packed, labeled, and made dock-ready—guaranteeing rapid, accurate delivery.

The Results: Efficiency Redefined

Scalability: The automated shuttle system and mini-load warehouse ensure maximum storage density and seamless scaling.

Omni Channel Logistics Excellence: FlashPick enables effortless management of diverse order types while maintaining 24-hour delivery promises.

Customer Focus: Enhanced packing processes and integrated workflows improve both order accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Testimonial

Satisfed Customer

"For us, TGW was one of the factors in the CI Factory project that ensured the project's success – you could even call them one of the key players in the entire project.”

Matthias Fischer | Chief Operating Officer

Engelbert Strauss

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