Pick-to-Light Solutions for the Electrical & Electronics Industry

In the electrical and electronics industry—particularly in SMT, production lines—thousands of small components such as capacitors and resistors are stored on component reels. Manual warehouse management and picking processes not only slow down production but also increase the risk of human error.
Pick-to-Light is a modern picking solution that helps manufacturers improve accuracy, minimize human errors, and significantly boost operational efficiency.

Overview of the Pick-to-Light Solution

Pick-to-Light is a picking assistance system that uses LED lights to visually guide operators to the exact location and quantity of items to pick or place. By combining light guidance with color-based identification, the system greatly reduces picking time and simplifies operations.

Outstanding Benefits for Business

• Faster picking speed: Eliminates manual searching and checklist verification, significantly reducing picking time.
• High accuracy: LED indicators clearly show the exact location and quantity of components to be picked, minimizing picking errors.
• User-friendly operation: No high skill level required operators only need basic color recognition and counting ability.
• Real-time data integration: Seamlessly connects with existing WMS systems, providing real-time inventory data via standard communication interfaces.

System Structure & Components

LED Indicators:
LED lights guide operators to the correct picking position and quantity. Each light is installed at an individual reel storage location and synchronized with the WMS to ensure accurate inventory data and efficient picking instructions.

Shelf Lights:
Mounted on storage racks, shelf lights guide operators to the correct picking or put-away location. Each light can display different colors corresponding to assigned operators, preventing confusion when multiple staff work simultaneously.

Tower Lights:
Installed by zone or aisle, tower lights indicate the active picking area, allowing operators to quickly identify where they need to go without wasting time searching.

Component Reel Racks

• Designed for single-reel storage with flexible, mobile positioning
• Robust steel construction ensures durability and operational safety
• Can be integrated with RFID scanning systems for precise component tracking and error reduction

Applications

• Electronic component warehouse management for SMT and PCB production lines
• Storage and picking of resistors, capacitors, ICs, cables, and component reels
• Industrial component distribution centers
• Home appliance and consumer electronics manufacturing plants

Conclusion

Pick-to-Light for the electrical and electronics industry is not just a smart warehouse automation solution—it is a core tool for improving productivity, reducing risks, and lowering operational costs. With its intuitive design, simple operation, and strong system integration capabilities, Pick-to-Light is an essential solution for modern electronics manufacturers.

Learn more on the ETEK website or contact us for a free consultation.