Mouser Electronics is a global leader in the distribution of semiconductors and electronic components, dedicated to serving the unique needs of the electronics manufacturing and design community. With an expansive catalog of 1.2 million SKUs sourced from 1,200 suppliers, Mouser delivers an unmatched variety of components to engineers, manufacturers, and hobbyists alike. Whether it’s assisting with rapid prototyping or supporting larger-scale supply chain needs, Mouser's focus remains the same: delivering fast, accurate, and reliable service to a global customer base. 

Headquartered in Mansfield, Texas, with its new expansion, Mouser operates from a state-of-the-art, 1.6 million-square-foot global distribution center (DC) that serves as the hub for their operations. From this two-building DC complex, Mouser efficiently fulfills orders for more than 650,000 customers across 223 countries and territories. 

With 187 Kardex Shuttles in operation, Mouser Electronics is the largest user of Vertical Lift Modules in the world - enabling them to process orders faster, maximize capacity, and achieve near perfect picking accuracy. 

The Solution

As Mouser Electronics continued to experience rapid growth, their manual order-pulling process began to show its limitations. To address their growing operational challenges, Mouser Electronics, supported by PWD, implemented Kardex Shuttle Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) for higher throughput, increased storage capacity, and better picking quality. 

After seeing the immediate impact, Mouser scaled quickly - growing to 44 Kardex Shuttles within nine months. Over the next four years, Mouser continued to scale its use of VLMs to keep pace with customer demand. Today, with 187 Kardex Shuttles in operation, Mouser Electronics holds the distinction of being the largest user of Vertical Lift Modules in the world—a testament to their commitment to innovation and efficiency. 

	187 Vertical Lift Module Kardex Shuttles
	Kardex JMIF Software
	Pick-to-light Display