SUCCESS STORIES
American Metalcraft Inc was founded in the late 1940s by Archer Kahn, a visionary entrepreneur. Initially, the company focused on manufacturing hubcaps and gradually expanded its product line over the next decade to include pioneering deep-dish ChicagoStyle pizza pans. In the late 1950s, the company broadened its off erings to include copper shapes and bowls. By the 1990s, American Metalcraft had diversifi ed further, incorporating a wide range of items in kitchenware, tabletop accessories, and buff et supplies. Stepping into the 2010s, the company continued to expand its product lines, amassing an impressive portfolio of over 3,000 unique products through
With a legacy spanning 70 years, American Metalcraft remains at the forefront of its industry, exhibiting unwavering momentum and an enduring commitment to being a trendsetter for distinctive products. The company takes great pride in providing exceptional customer service and prioritizing customer satisfaction. One of the primary challenges faced by the company was a space constraint, given the extensive array of nearly 4,000 SKUs, ranging from pizza pans to copper shapes and an array of kitchen, tabletop, and buff et supplies. The existing warehouse boasted 5,760 Pallet Positions for Pick & Reserve, prompting a need for optimized space utilization.
To address this challenge, Alpine, a trusted partner, initiated a thorough analysis of outbound shipment records, item master data, and inventory snapshots. A comprehensive Storage Type Analysis (STA) was conducted to pinpoint the most efficient storage types for both Pick and Reserve Locations, paving the way for enhanced storage optimization and addressing the space constraint effectively. Alpine was also asked to evaluate inventory options, by SKU, based on Minimum Order Quantity, Safety Stock, and Lead Times. Alpine developed nine unique inventory options that were reviewed with the customer, who eventually selected the option that optimized their business needs.
In the end, Alpine Supply Chain Solutions and American Metalcraft worked together to all SKUs them in the same building to accommodate their future growth rates
