{"id":21480,"date":"2025-10-06T05:00:39","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T05:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=21480"},"modified":"2025-10-05T16:56:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-05T16:56:00","slug":"dotlux-announces-construction-of-new-facility-in-weissenburg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectcargoglobal.com\/?p=21480","title":{"rendered":"DOTLUX announces construction of new facility in Weissenburg"},"content":{"rendered":"

DOTLUX GmbH, one of Germany\u2019s leading manufacturers of professional LED lighting solutions, has announced the construction of a new, fully automated logistics facility in Wei\u00dfenburg.<\/strong><\/p>\n

At the heart of the new 1,450 sqm site is the Movu atlas automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS), a high-density pallet shuttle solution designed to optimize space, reduce manual handling, and increase energy efficiency. The facility is scheduled to go live in May 2026.<\/p>\n

Founded in 2010, DOTLUX has built a reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality LED lighting products to both domestic and international markets. With steady growth and a continually expanding product portfolio, the company identified the need for a modern logistics solution that could handle increased SKU variety, ensure reliable order fulfillment, and address the operational challenges of limited labor availability in the Wei\u00dfenburg region.<\/p>\n

\u201cSpace, efficiency and sustainability were the decisive factors in this project,\u201d explains Matthias Sch\u00fcbel, COO at DOTLUX. \u201cWe wanted a system that would not only meet today\u2019s requirements but also allow us to scale flexibly in the future. The Movu atlas pallet shuttle system provides us with precisely that balance \u2014 high-density storage, seamless IT integration, and the ability to expand in line with our growth.\u201d<\/p>\n

The decision to invest in automation was driven by several pressing factors. DOTLUX faced limited space for expansion, growing throughput requirements, and the challenge of recruiting and retaining warehouse staff in a competitive labor market. At the same time, the company wanted to minimize forklift traffic to improve safety and reduce operational costs, while also ensuring that energy efficiency remained central to its operations.<\/p>\n

The new facility in Wei\u00dfenburg is a greenfield site, purpose-built around automation, enabling DOTLUX to design an optimized logistics flow from the ground up. The installation of the Movu atlas system, complete with inbound and outbound conveyor connections, eliminates the need for manual pallet handling and ensures that goods are managed consistently according to FIFO principles.<\/p>\n

The system design reflects both performance and scalability. With 2,900 pallet positions spread over four levels, operated by three shuttles and served by a single elevator, the atlas system will allow DOTLUX to process approximately 200 pallets inbound and 150 pallets outbound per day.<\/p>\n

All processes will be coordinated by Movu OPS, Movu Robotics\u2019 warehouse execution software, which integrates directly into DOTLUX\u2019s existing IT landscape. The system is optimized for EUR-pallets and can be flexibly expanded in the future should DOTLUX\u2019s storage requirements continue to grow.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy choosing the atlas ASRS, DOTLUX is taking an important step toward future-proof intralogistics,\u201d says Nico Kowarschik, Commercial Director at Movu Robotics. \u201cThe system combines high-density storage with seamless IT integration and energy-efficient operation. It reduces dependence on manual labor, enhances safety, and gives DOTLUX the flexibility to adapt its logistics as its business develops. We are proud to deliver a turnkey solution that includes not only the shuttle technology but also the full conveyor integration and system control.\u201d<\/p>\n

Energy efficiency was a key factor in DOTLUX\u2019s decision. The compact design of the Movu atlas system reduces the physical footprint of storage while also lowering energy consumption per pallet handled. By cutting forklift traffic and optimizing material flows, the new facility is expected to deliver long-term operational savings while aligning with DOTLUX\u2019s sustainability goals.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe combination of efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness made the Movu solution the clear choice for us,\u201d emphasizes Matthias Sch\u00fcbel. \u201cThis project lays the foundation for a modern, stable and expandable warehouse operation that will serve our business for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

The collaboration between DOTLUX and Movu Robotics demonstrates how automation can transform warehouse operations even for mid-sized manufacturing companies. By embracing new technologies, DOTLUX is not only preparing its logistics infrastructure for continued growth but also setting a benchmark in its industry for efficient, sustainable intralogistics.<\/p>\n

\u201cDOTLUX\u2019s decision to implement the atlas shuttle system illustrates the value of future-ready automation in meeting today\u2019s challenges of space, labor, and sustainability,\u201d concludes Nico Kowarschik. \u201cWe look forward to seeing this system in operation and to supporting DOTLUX in its long-term growth.\u201d<\/p>\n

The new Wei\u00dfenburg facility is expected to be fully operational in spring 2026, positioning DOTLUX at the forefront of modern warehouse automation in the German manufacturing sector.<\/p>\n

 
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