Robotic transformation of logistics hub

The Villaines-la-Juhel site is one of the group’s most strategic logistics hubs and is responsible for 60% of the 50,000 parcels shipped daily by Lyreco in France.

As part of the modernisation of the site, which began in 2021, Lyreco has built a new 3000m² facility and integrated an advanced robotic solution developed by Exotec, a French pioneer in warehouse automation. The system optimises large-scale pallet preparation and order dispatch, enabling Lyreco to improve operational performance.

Designed to improve productivity, service quality and ergonomics simultaneously, the solution includes:

• An automated system for sequencing outbound flows
• Advanced algorithms for sorting and pallet building
• More than 100 Skypod® robots managing the buffering and organisation of parcels prior to dispatch
• Ergonomic palletisation stations for operator friendly pallet preparation.

Lyreco’s modernisation programme reinforces its commitment to operational excellence while providing teams with a safer and more efficient working environment.

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