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  • Straddle truck is another name for radar truck. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • A pull strand is the free, unsupported part of a rope, chain or belt. The pull strand is the side of a chain, rope, belt or strap that is pulled. In contrast to the pull strand, the return strand is loose. The upper strand is the upper, load-bearing part of a driven chain, rope, belt or(...)
  • engl. für Trum Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Strapping is a method of securing load units with plastic or metal strapping. The tensile force in the strapping acts as a compressive force on the packages to prevent the load unit from falling apart. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Umreifen Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Stretchen Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Stretching refers to the securing of unit loads on a loading aid by means of stretchable wrapping film (depending on elasticity with corresponding pre-tensioning). A distinction is made between stretch hooding and stretch wrapping. Stretch hooding is advantageous for many pallet units of the(...)
  • is the shelf zone that is arranged above the consumer's reach height (shelf height 200 cm). Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • loading of a loading aid (container) Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (abbr. SQL) is a simple, structured, non-procedural database query language. Users can use SQL to describe the actions they want to perform on the database. The SQL language compiler automatically generates a query code to access the database and perform the desired task. SQL was developed by(...)
  • Structured text is a form of programming or a programming language that is used, for example, in programmable logic controllers. The best-known representatives are the programming languages according to DIN-EN-IEC 61131. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Strukturierter Text Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Study of the distribution channel attempts to find the most favorable route for finished products to reach the customer. For example, it is investigated whether direct sales to the customer or indirect sales via retailers make sense. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • unloading of a loading aid (container) Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (abbreviation for Start of Text) is a character in the ASCII code. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • are items whose customer benefits are similar to such an extent that they are purchased as a substitute if an item originally in demand is unavailable or the price increases. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • A substitution error is the misreading of a barcode. It occurs when a barcode is damaged or incorrectly printed in such a way that a reader recognizes a valid but incorrect character of the barcode system used and thus replaces (substitutes) the correct character. A check digit calculation(...)
  • is an operator (user) with access to all data and configuration files within a network or computer system. It therefore has the highest priority when accessing a system. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Lieferant Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • A supplier is a business partner who supplies materials or services to a customer (internally or externally). Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (abbr. SMI): A supplier organizes replenishment planning and execution at the manufacturer and is responsible for inventory management. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (SRM) refers to the linking of information flows between suppliers and customers, which can be assigned to the four categories of development, production, purchasing and monitoring (controlling). SRM enables an improved connection of suppliers over the entire product life cycle. Source:(...)
  • (abbr. SC) see Supply Chain Management Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • is a logistics control center for the visualization and control of supply chains. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (abbr. SCEM) is based on data from existing systems (e.g. enterprise resource planning, tracking and tracing), processes the information obtained in this way and thus enables a rapid response to corresponding events through predefined and possibly standardized solution variants. See Supply(...)
  • (abbr. SCE) refers to the systematic implementation of the planning specifications of a specific logistics chain, e.g. the automatic creation and dispatch of purchase orders, transport orders, the execution of inventory updates, in short: all measures that implement a planned logistics(...)
  • (SCM) is the management of all logistical processes and functions within a supply chain, from the supplier to the consumer, with the aim of efficiently increasing customer benefit and making communication emergent. SCM is often seen as part of Efficient Consumer Response, particularly in the(...)
  • is a contract for the management of a complete supply chain or at least a large part of a supply chain, usually with additional functions from the areas of trade, production, etc. that go beyond the original logistics functions. Whether it is still a logistics contract must be decided on a(...)
  • (abbr. SCMo) is the representation of key performance indicators for process chain management along a supply chain (inventories, throughput times, etc.). Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (SCOR model for short) is a cross-industry model for standardized process chain modelling. Developed by the independent Supply Chain Council (SCC) in the mid-1990s, the SCOR model comprises more than 200 standardized, process-related key figures for which there are industry-specific(...)
  • (abbr. SCP) refers to the planning of the logistics chain, typically taking into account potential suppliers, customer forecasts and internal consumption forecasts. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • The supply pyramid is the hierarchical order of the suppliers of an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer). A “1st tier supplier” is a supplier that supplies the OEM directly; the 1st tier supplier is supplied by one or more “2nd tier suppliers”, each of which in turn is supplied by one or more(...)
  • A suspended stacker crane (bridge stacker crane) is a storage and retrieval machine that moves above the warehouse, i.e. above the racks, and not on a floor-side rail of a rack aisle. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Suspended swing tray conveyor (jigger conveyor) is a circulating conveyor of relatively simple design in which freely swinging support elements (swings) are arranged on two endless chains. Both vertical and horizontal, overhead conveying is possible. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Hängekran Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Abbreviation for software Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Swap bodies are used for bimodal road/rail transportation in Europe. Independent of the transport vehicle, they can be parked at loading points (e.g. ramps) by means of extendable support legs or docked and loaded or unloaded. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Wechselkoffer, Wechselbrücke Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Wechselbehälter Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • see pallet pool, Europool pallet Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • engl. für Tauschpalette (Palettenpool, Europoolpalette) Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (swap trailer) is an attachment for the chassis of a truck equipped for this purpose with an overall length of up to 7.45 m and a width of up to 2.50 m (permissible total weight 16 t). The W. has four legs that can be folded out by 90 degrees, on which it rests after being parked by the truck.(...)
  • engl. für Wechselbrücke Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Swing damping is a component of the control system for cranes, which is used to regulate the swinging of the load by controlling the trolley or trolley. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • A swinging conveyor is a continuous conveyor for bulk goods or small piece goods (e.g. screws). It usually consists of a chute that is set into rapid mechanical vibration with a low amplitude. It is available as a vibrating chute and as a shaking chute. In the case of the vibrating chute, the(...)
  • A swivel arm sorter is a type of sorter in which the sorted material is guided into the side chutes by means of swivel arms. See also flipper. Cf. swivel arm sorter. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • means: Identifying the strengths and weaknesses and the opportunities and threats of a company. See Five Forces Model. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Synchronized production refers to the control of production according to demand and sales with the aim of reducing inventories. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • (abbreviated SNA) is a five-layer model developed by IBM for cross-system network architecture. Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML
  • Abbreviation for special drawing right Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML