THE COMPANY
Mahou-San Miguel is a global leader in the beer industry, with a history dating back to 1890. With distribution reaching over 70 countries and a portfolio of more than 70 brands, it represents one of the most innovative and established entities in the market. The Alovera plant, located in Guadalajara, is the group’s largest production site and one of the most advanced in Europe. With a production capacity of 7 million hectoliters per year, it is the beating heart of the company thanks to cutting-edge technologies and optimized logistics management. The facility covers 430,000 square meters and hosts 11 packaging lines, 5 dedicated to reusable packaging and 6 to non-reusable packaging.
IN-HOUSE AUTOMATION AND LOGISTICS
To meet the growing market demands and improve operational efficiency, Mahou-San Miguel has initiated a strategic partnership with System Logistics to automate and optimize the logistics flows at the Alovera site. The project involved the design and implementation of a fully automated self-supporting warehouse, designed to centralize internal logistics operations and integrate the plant’s production lines with the shipping areas.
The structure rises to a height of 25 meters and features two main heads: one directly connected to the production lines for managing finished products and the other dedicated to managing shipments.
The connection between the warehouse, production lines, and shipping areas is ensured by an SVL loop consisting of 24 that allows continuous and automated pallet transport.
This configuration not only reduces handling times but also improves traceability and coordination of internal flows. The capacity to manage loading and unloading operations has been further enhanced through the installation of 12 loading bays, capable of supporting traffic of 20 trucks per hour. This innovation has optimized the shipping process, significantly reducing waiting times and improving the ability to respond promptly to market demands.
