Multi-Level Automated Storage Solution with Nitrogen Fire Suppression from Kardex

The Yves Rocher Group is a global leader in cosmetics and personal care, operating in more than 88 countries with around 15,000 employees worldwide. At its laboratory in Paris, Yves Rocher continuously develops new product formulations based on plant-derived active ingredients. This facility also stores a wide range of high-value raw materials that require maximum safety and strict compliance with fire protection regulations.

The Challenge

Yves Rocher needed a multi-level automated storage system that could be accessed from multiple floors of the building. At the same time, the solution had to:

  • Optimize storage space
  • Protect valuable raw materials from fire hazards
  • Comply with insurance requirements and fire safety regulations in different countries

The Kardex Solution – Implemented by Strategic Partner ETEK Intralogistics

After assessing the site conditions and operational needs, Kardex—through its strategic partner ETEK Intralogistics in Vietnam—implemented a comprehensive and highly secure automated warehouse solution:

2 Kardex Shuttle 250 systems

  • Dimensions: Width 2,450 mm × Depth 610 mm × Height 11,650 mm
  • Integrated with 6 access openings across 3 floors, enabling convenient operation and material control

Integrated nitrogen-based fire suppression system

  • Nitrogen is an inert gas that does not react with chemical materials and leaves no residue—ideal for cosmetic raw material storage.
  • Upon smoke detection, the early warning system activates alarms and lights, then immediately injects nitrogen into the storage module to reduce oxygen concentration and extinguish the fire while preventing its spread.
  • A hold flooding mechanism maintains a low oxygen level for at least 10 minutes to prevent re-ignitionGiải Pháp Lưu Trữ Đa Tầng Từ Kardex

Benefits

  • Maximum protection of raw materials and storage areas against fire risks
  • Minimal production downtime in the event of an incident
  • Optimal use of building height with multi-level access design
  • Improved operational efficiency and accurate inventory control

View details here: CaseStudy_EN_YvesRocher.pdf

ETEK Intralogistics – Your Trusted Partner for Kardex Automated Storage Systems

As an authorized Kardex partner in Vietnam, ETEK Intralogistics is proud to deliver modern, safe, and internationally compliant automated warehouse solutions. From cosmetics and food to medical devices and industrial manufacturing, we are ready to consult and implement solutions tailored to each customer’s specific requirements.

📞 Contact us today for consultation on automated storage and fire protection solutions

Hotline: 0965 800 166

Email: info@etek.com.vn

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