Explore Campus Munich

The Panasonic innovation hub

Welcome to Creating the Supply Chain of Tomorrow, our new series from our customer experience center in Munich - the corporate brand center for Panasonic in Europe. With the vision for a connected society, the Panasonic Campus Munich serves as a base for communications and events, to engage with existing and future customers, journalists, and students. On about 6000 sqm we showcase a variety of innovative B2B solutions. From smart factory and manufacturing, logistics and warehousing as well as retail, together we create the future of supply chain.

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Of course, all Panasonic’s business-to-business solutions are here to touch and see. From manufacturing, smart factory including electro-mechanical components and systems, drives, and industrial robots through to pick-and-place machines for electronics manufacturing. Heading to supply chain solutions and optimization for logistics and warehousing, there are many solutions that support and enhance overall efficiency and tracebalility. In addition, it’s possible to get up close to solutions such as the range of rugged TOUGHBOOK mobile computing devices and professional broadcast and audio visual and collaboration technologies. They address business needs across a range of sectors such as manufacturing, the public sector, retail, media and entertainment, education, e-mobility, and smart living. Last, but not least, the latest innovative AI-software solutions are on show from Panasonic companies, such as Zetes and BlueYonder. 

Being inspired

When it comes to being inspired to innovate, the Customer Experience Centre (CXC) on the Panasonic Campus in Munich is our go-to place.

Smart Factory

More than SMT/THT/FATP, we provide turnkey solutions for your manufacturing challenges from our portfolio of best-in-class hardware and software products.

Part 2: Welcome to Smart Factory

We as Panasonic Factory Solutions are the global market leader for Electronic Manufacturing Equipment. As you can see we offer solutions not only for highly complex operations, but also for optimizing and streamlining the production processes from Screen Printing, different SMD placement machines, odd shape placer such as NPM-VF and guided manual assembly systems. 

Part 3: Explore the SMT Machine Line

Surface mount technology production, the process used to create the printed circuit boards that go into everything from cars to washing machines and our mobile phones, physically consists of a production line.

Part 4: Discover Asset Management

Besides a good planning and material management it is essential to know the status of the whole production equipment. With Asset Management our customers get the recent condition of the equipment based on the real usage and don´t rely on fixed maintenance cycles.

Part 5: Guided Manual Assembly

Even though many factories have a fully automatic SMD production, some assembly, inspection, testing & packing steps still need to be done manually within the production. The semi-automated solution "Guided Manual Assembly" helps to optimize manual processes. 
 

Part 6: Explore Material Management

The ability to control and optimise the just in time delivery of materials to the production process is one of the fundamental challenges for the future of automated manufacturing. All is about transparency. From the moment where the goods in our case electronic components are received in the factory, we manage the quantity and location of them and trace them, including the produced PCBs, until they are packed into boxes and ready to ship.

Robot & Welding

For more than 60 years, Panasonic is developing welding technology products and is nowadays worldwide present in robot welding application.

Part 7: Welcome to Robot & Welding

"Just weld it" as you can see in our Demo Room in Munich is the overall slogan for the Robot & Welding department. Especially these days, with a shortage of skilled human labor and demand issues, the robot and welding systems are in high demand in the general and automotive industry.

Part 8: Robotic Arch Welding

TAWERS stands for Arc Welding Robot System, a robot and controller combined with welding power source and servo wire feeder in one unit for all kinds of weld processes. Optimum welding processes are achieved by utilising an integrated inverter power source within the robot controller, meaning complete synergy within the common control system.

Part 9: Laser Welding LAPRISS

Traditionally metal parts, such as auto body panels, were welded by resistance welding, using electrical resistance or arc welding, using the discharge phenomena in the air. But with LAPRISS, Panasonic has created a more accurate welding solution. LAPRISS combines the various elements necessary for laser processing, such as robotic technology, the welding head and resonator, equipped with a state-of-the-art wavelength beam combining technology, to create the world’s first remote laser welding robot system armed with a 4kW Direct Diode Laser.

Logistics & Warehousing

Creating resilient supply chains. Sustainable, flexible and autonomous.

Part 10: Logistics & Warehousing

Getting the right product, in the right quantity, in the right condition, at the right place, at the right time, to the right customer, all at the right price! In our demo room, we showcase many different solutions - from inbound to intralogistics and outbound - supporting to fulfill the 7 rules of logistics.

Part 11: Image ID - Parcel Recognition

How are inbound processes managed nowadays? For sure, mostly digitalised.. But how? Usually an operator uses a mobile device for scanning… but is the pallet loaded correctly through the correct door? Our solution is able to read the required codes on the pallet while driving through the gate. We can directly verify if the pallet is intended for this destination and additionally, we have a photo-documented proof of the goods condition while the transfer of peril. 
 

Part 12: AI-supported Barcode Cameras

Since 1918, Panasonic is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and developer of AV technology and camera applications. The spin-off i-PRO offers a broad range of professional cameras for warehouses – advanced technologies such as analysis and security technology that uses deep learning to take advantage of innovations such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). 

Part 13: Visual Sort Assist

The visual sort assist is one example among several solutions to optimize the material flow directly from the gate, the Inbound Logistics. During a standard manual sorting process, staff pick up packages coming along the line, read the location on the label, and then manually sort the boxes. This process is not only time-consuming but is also prone to error. Instead VSA scans and reads the barcode on the package, then simultaneously projects instructions clearly onto the package after an update with the ERP or warehouse management system. Staff no longer need to read the label; they simply move the parcel to the respective stack.

Part 14: Intelligent Warehouse Solution

Once packages have been sorted, the Intelligent Warehouse Solution (IWS) is an easy way to search for and track goods moving around the facility and in the warehouse.  Thanks to the camera and software technology, it will track a package throughout its journey with regular photo images and know when and where a parcel went missing or was damaged.  

Part 15: Intralogistics Material Management

A full turnkey, highly visible, and truly paperless Smart Material solution for warehouses and supports picking and replenishment. 
Traditional paper labeling provides simple visual instruction, but with minimal tracking and automation. RFID provides the tracking but fails to provide the visual instruction or two-way communication and verification necessary for workers. Only Logiscend combines these elements to form a powerful new paradigm - instruct + track + dynamic control - enabling smart manufacturing for an IoT world. 

Part 16: Voice Picking

The rugged handheld TOUGHBOOK N1 is used as part of a voice picking solution for the warehouse. It guides the warehouse worker around the facility with picking instructions and acknowledgments via a microphone and headset. Using these instructions, they will pick-up the items from the product boxes on the shelves and prepare the orders. 

Part 17: Volume Measurement

Other TOUGHBOOK devices, such as the G2 tablet, can be used with specialist applications for tasks such as automating volume measurement. Using the device camera and application, pallets and cages can be assessed in seconds and suggestions made for the most efficient loading and transport of the goods – saving time and maximising use of space to deliver valuable cost efficiencies. 

Part 18: Rugged Mobile Devices TOUGHBOOK

Devices like the TOUGHBOOK M1 tablet are also ideal companions for forklift operators. Easily mounted to the vehicle and simple to release and attach, these devices become essential tools for instructing forklift operators in real-time in a busy warehouse environment. A wide range of mounting accessories is available to attach to your existing devices. 

Part 19: Vacuum insulated cooling box VIXELL

VIXELL is a cold storage transportation solution, revolutionising the transportation of biopharmaceuticals and vaccines that require strict temperature controls. It is adaptable to various temperature zones from -75 °C to +25 °C and can be connected to IoT devices, which can monitor the internal conditions remotely – making it an efficient, reliable and sustainable solution for these industries. 

Retail

Welcome to the Smart Store!

Part 20: Electronic Shelf Labels

To drive efficiencies and manage stock effectively, the move to Electronic Shelf Labelling (ESL) is becoming an important step for retailers. Panasonic provides turnkey ESL solutions including interfacing and integrating to the existing IT infrastructure as well as a complete maintenance service. Here at the CXC, we have an innovative ESL demo station established where we research on better and more efficient ways to link pricing with other core management systems such as category management, inventory and forecasting. 

Part 21: Shopper Analytics

Our store here is equipped with cameras and sensors to provide insights into customer behavior and store operations. The analytics include age, gender, heat mapping, people counting, and face detection.This information can be analysed and used to optimise the shop floor – identifying hot spots that require better flow management, locating areas for promotional activity, and allocating staff where they are truly needed. Shop owners will also be able to adjust their merchandising fees, promotional locations and advertising based on key shelf locations reflected by the accurate data.

Part 22: Edge Technology

Many retailers today are struggling to hit the magic blend of providing an amazing customer experience whilst trying to manage the many disruptions taking place in their supply chain – especially when a high number of these processes are siloed and loosely coupled. Edge technology – which brings the opportunity to become the digital eyes, ears and hands at the point of activity – has not seen its full potential realised due to challenges with integration and making sense of the data. In Retail, one of the most significant customer touchpoints is the shelf in the store and today I am going to share with you how Blue Yonder and Panasonic can help your organisation maximise this interaction.

Part 23: Digital Signage

Attractive digital signage, using the latest displays and projectors can be used to engage with customers and provide a memorable experience for them. In front of the store, in the store, everywhere. Professional displays with high brightness from 43” to 98” and 4K are Panasonic in house technology. For high-traffic environments and always-on operation. The energy-efficient technology gives you the freedom to display your message far and wide. 

Part 24: Engage Shelf Labels

The Engage Rail System with LCD technology is an integrated in-store marketing solution enabling retailers to run dynamic campaigns in-store. Retailers can create digital campaigns for one or more touchpoints, including monitoring and measuring sales performances for campaign-related products​. Engage Touchpoints can embed dynamic price tags and are connected to the POS system, which enables automatic price changes. 

Part 25: Captana Shelf Camera

Captana is a cloud-based software combined with an IoT camera and sensor system that detects the on Shelf Availability situation and planogram compliance in shops - all GDPR compliant. The system analyzes the shelf to improve shelf availability, internal processes and reduce waste. Captana enhances planogramm compliance with out of stock capability and facing validation and sends ROI-focused KPIs and stockouts alerts in real-time​. 

Part 26: Planogram Software

Headquarters generally generate a store-specific or cluster planogram for their markets. Once the planogram changes, store employees recieve a notification to review the updates and to implement facing changes in the store. After, staff confirms the implementation by sending a photo. Electronic Shelf Labels are then triggered automatically to display the updates just in time. 

Part 27: Upgrade ESL

Thanks to Blue Yonder's Order Fulfillment and Luminate Software Suite, Electronic Shelf Labels offer a variety of meaningful upgrade functionalities. With the staff facing function, ESLs can be used to display replenishment information. Useful insights such as shelf, position, or facings can be displayed on the ESLs so that staff knows how products are supposed to be placed. To provide detailed information to customers, the customer facing can show various product information, for example nutrition details or product origin. Lastly, supply chain information can be shown on the ESLs such as out of stock details. 

Part 28: Retail Voice Picking

How can technology support staff members to provide click and collect services efficiently? Thanks to Blue Yonder's software suite and voice picking application, staff can easily and hands-free collect products that customers have ordered online. Voice picking is an essential part of an effective click and collect service for modern retailers.

Public

Solutions for the public sector where technology needs to be reliable 

Part 29: TOUGHBOOK for Service Vehicles

Whether it’s emergency services, rescuers, aid workers or civil protection: these mobile teams need to act quickly, efficiently, and safely when on duty to successfully complete their tasks. With legendary durability and connectivity, TOUGHBOOK devices, docks and accessories have the power to manage demanding shifts, meet faster response times, and gain instant access to vital data – all while reducing error and maximising public and officer safety.

Part 30: TOUGHBOOK for Military Service

Leading the way for digital transformation in the defence sector, Panasonic TOUGHBOOK is optimising defence operations and military efficiency​. The mission-ready mobile devices are trusted by international defence partners and tested to the strictest military standards for reliability and durability. Where others fail, TOUGHBOOK is on hand to support the team. For over 20 years we’ve worked in partnership with defence organisations and system integrators to deliver rugged, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) mobile solutions for today’s digitally enabled militaries.

Part 31: TOUGHBOOK for Healthcare

MobiMed and Toughbook have created a system to measure and share vital parameters to help patients in the fastest way. It´s connected and always ready when needed. If, for example, a patient suffers from cardiac arrest, a 12-lead ECG can be taken and sent to the hospital in real time. MobiMed also helps to localise the right hospital. Paramedics have to prioritise, and help the patients that urgently need advanced care with technology that won’t let them down.

Proven Technology: Logistics & Transportation

Part 32: Intelligent Glass Projection

Panasonic's projectors are designed for every scenario; high-brightness environments, silent, cost-efficient or heavy-duty, durable 3-chip DLP for robust environments or 1-chip DLP for continuous, maintenance-free fixed installations.
These projectors can also project on intelligent glass. Switchable glass can turn from frosted to clear switching instantly at the press of a button. This technology can be used for projection and interactivity as well as for security, energy concerns and privacy issues.

Part 33: Yard Management

Introducing Yard Management, our intelligent SaaS solution fully integrated with WMS, designed to transform how you monitor and manage trailer movements within your yard facilities. With Blue Yonder's Yard Management solution, you gain: 

  • Greater Transparency: Enhanced visibility into yard activities for better decision-making. 
  • Operational Efficiencies: Automation of manual processes to streamline operations and reduce bottlenecks.
  • Advanced Capabilities: Leveraging AI and machine learning to unlock new opportunities for efficiency and visibility.

Part 34: Projection Aided Sorting

How about semi-automated sorting options? 

Traditional manual sorting processes involve staff picking up packages, reading labels, and manually sorting them. This method is not only time-consuming but also prone to errors. 

- Enter Projection Aided Sorting – a game-changer in efficiency and accuracy. 
- Automated Barcode Scanning: Barcodes are scanned and read automatically. 
- Real-Time Instructions: Instructions are projected directly onto the package after syncing with the ERP or warehouse management system. - - - Simplified Process: Staff no longer need to read labels; they just move the parcel to the indicated stack. This innovation reduces errors and significantly boosts efficiency, transforming how sorting operations are conducted.

Part 35: Edge Connect Warehouse

How to optimize processes for warehouses: In order to accelerate and extend the digitalization of processes in the warehouses, logistic providers need to find a quicker process for prototyping, agnostic hard- and software consulting, need a flexible roll-out management as well as a deep knowledge of system network integration. 
Together with Blue Yonder, we do have the knowledge and power to deliver solutions for optimized processes. Reliable state-of-the-art hardware paired with cloud managed software solutions do help logistic companies to efficiently achieve their targets.

Part 36: VIXELL Pallet

VIXELL Pallet for Pharmaceutical Transportation: For larger pharmaceutical payloads that require direct transport from the manufacturer, Panasonic has launched the VIXELL Pallet – an innovative solution for long-term cold storage and efficient logistics. 
Thanks to its advanced vacuum insulated case technology, the VIXELL Pallet eliminates the need for refrigerated vehicles, significantly reducing freight costs. Experience a breakthrough in pharmaceutical logistics with the VIXELL Pallet, ensuring your products are safely transported and cost-effectively delivered.

Part 37: 5G Private Network

Private 5G networks become more and more important and have a lot of advantages. From uninterrupted connectivity and real-time communication to increased security.

Factories, ports, travel hubs as well as the military industry benefit from faster response times and better reliability. Panasonic TOUGHBOOK enabled the First German 5G Campus Network PoC with two Cells at Panasonic Campus Munich. Easy configuration and maintenance as well as easy roof installation do make this network very appealing.

Part 38: Hands-free Scanning

It’s all about wearable scanners! We're excited to showcase how our partner, Pro Glove, is transforming the way logistics and warehouse businesses operate with their innovative wearable barcode scanners. With multi-range scanning performance, these hands-free scanners significantly boost efficiency, completing tasks in a fraction of the time compared to conventional solutions. But it’s not just about speed - Pro Glove’s scanners seamlessly combine ergonomics and technology to enhance accuracy, streamline workflows, and improve worker satisfaction. This complete solution is redefining how we approach operational efficiency and productivity.

Part 39: Camera with AI Engine

Great innovation from iPro: 

A camera with AI engine, also known as the multi sensor camera. With the industry’s thinnest design, this powerful device can house 3 to 4 sensors within a single unit, allowing it to track and display up to four different scenes simultaneously. This not only provides a wider range of visibility but also significantly lowers installation costs. What sets this camera apart is its AI analytical capabilities. It can identify objects such as people or vehicles, and even detect suspicious sounds when connected to an external mic. This makes it a game-changer for various sectors, especially #logistics, where it seamlessly integrates with #warehouse environments and saves valuable resources.

Part 40: Connected Signage

Transforming Retail Engagement with Connected Signage 🛒 One of our latest showcases at Panasonic Campus Munich is Connected Signage, a groundbreaking solution that fuses Panasonic's core technologies - high-resolution #displays, #projection, and #camera #technology - into one seamless system. Connected Signage is revolutionizing how retailers interact with customers, especially in #supermarkets. Imagine #personalized morning offers featuring a variety of coffee blends, effortlessly transitioning to tailored evening snack promotions. This dynamic, real-time engagement is the future of #retail.

Part 41: Digital Totem

Collaborating with ADEAL Systems, a leader in data #analytics and #AI, Panasonic has revolutionized the in-store #shopping experience. The integration of personalized AI-driven digital signage directly into #supermarkets is transforming the way retailers engage with customers. By harnessing data on shopper demographics, preferences, and contextual information such as weather or local events, the system dynamically creates advertisements for in-store screens. 

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Part 42: Doodle

The Doddle kiosk from @Blue Yonder is a game-changer in first and last mile services for #retail and #logistics. From self-service return kiosks to pick-up and drop-off networks, Doddle provides an efficient, end-to-end solution to today’s returns management challenges. 

This innovative #technology streamlines the entire returns process starting from returns initiation and rules management to in-store processing, self-service kiosks, and seamless #warehouse handling. 

➡ The result? Faster returns into stock and a superior customer experience that transforms the supply chain. 

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Part 43: Mobile Application MCL

Video will be available after the 9th October 2024.

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