Parcel Handling System (PHS) Services
for a continuously evolving and fast-growing market
Due to continued growth in the parcel handling system market within the UK and internationally, our parcel handling and logistics clients have found that they are rapidly out growing their existing facilities and hubs. Consequently, there has been an increase in the need for professional and design consultancy services pertaining to the delivery of new, upgraded or expansion to existing facilities. Furthermore, our parcel handling clients have recognised the advantage of implementing integrated EDS Standard 3 x-ray screening technology to hugely improve their outbound throughput performance, security and reduce security screening resource, whilst achieving the highest level of regulatory compliance.
apmc has been successful in securing several projects for the delivery of these services.
Our core parcel handling system services include the following services:
- Hub/facility forecast demand analysis
- Parcel Handling System design – optioneering, concept and preliminary design
- Undertake design coordination with building infrastructure, including building services and CDM compliance
- Preparation of client user requirement specifications
- Undertake peer review of PHS suppliers design and documentation
- Provision of technical expertise/support
- Review of existing system and infrastructure from the perspective of maintainability and operability
- Preparation of employer’s requirements
- Ensure compliance with company standards and requirements
- Provide quality assurance and defect management support for new installations
- Testing, Commissioning, and EDS validation prior to formal handover into ‘live’ operation
- Product selection, evaluation band procurement support
- Installation and ORAT support and management
- Application of Lean 6 Sigma methodologies to improve facility/hub efficiencies
Our consultants are fully conversant with parcel handling system design, procedures and operational requirements resulting in our solutions adopting best practice to achieve compliance, resilience and value for money, thus mitigating the client’s risk during the implementation stage as well as post ‘Go Live’. We have a holistic approach which considers the lifecycle of the parcel handling system itself, as well as the infrastructure and environment in which it is to be employed.