Warehouse Control System (WCS) Software | FORTNA

Software: FORTNA WCS™

Improve MHE performance with warehouse control system software

Automation and controls are constantly evolving. Standards are lacking across the industry. Business-critical operations require a controls system that integrates with any supplier’s equipment, systems and applications to reduce implementation time and risk.

The FORTNA warehouse control system (WCS) offers a vendor-agnostic controls approach that enables real-time control of your MHE system.

The value of FORTNA WCS™

FORTNA WCS™ accomplishes inventory movement across highly automated facilities through integrating the conveyor controls and executing messaging and communication layers between PLCs and hosts while including best-of-breed visualization and insights into the real-time status of the material handling equipment.

FORTNA WCS™ provides reliability and enables business agility

Automation and MHE systems can be complex, but visibility and control don’t have to be. FORTNA WCS™ provides a powerful platform to implement warehouse automation systems with agility while minimizing installation time, complexity and risk.

  • System visibility: FORTNA WCS™ includes everything you need to monitor and troubleshoot your system, enabling your maintenance and support teams to keep your system running smoothly with a single access point for visibility and control of your material handling equipment.
  • Enhanced SCADA: Built on an industry-standard Ignition! Platform to provide a single web-based user interface for Machine Control and Business Logic, to streamline hardware and software data for enhanced troubleshooting and data analysis.
  • Maintenance and support: Empower maintenance and support teams. Machine Control, Business Logic and SCADA developed with standard tools/modules offer increased supportability throughout your journey.
  • Modern PLC and business logic: PLC-based controls allow for easier integration, configuration and maintenance without having to upskill your tech teams, while the Business Logic comes ready for a variety of standard protocols and formats for integration.
Delivers:
  • System visibility
  • Enhanced SCADA
  • Maintenance and support
  • Modern PLC and business logic
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