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Mecalux
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Mecalux

One of the world’s leading intralogistics technology companies, at the cutting edge of warehouse automation and software development

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Quick Facts

Founded:1966
Headquarters:Cornellà de Llobregat, Spain
Employees:1001-5000
Revenue:$200M-$1B

Key Statistics

Not specified
Projects Completed
70+
Countries Served
60+
Years Experience

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Geographic Coverage

North AmericaEuropeAsia PacificMiddle EastLatin America
HAVI Lisbon Multi-Temperature Logistics Center
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🤖Highly Automated
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⚙️Receiving, Storage, Picking
Key Features:
  • Three temperature-controlled zones: -20°C (freezer), 4-8°C (refrigerated) and ambient temperature
  • Automated Pallet Shuttle system in freezer warehouse with 2,243 pallet storage capacity (12m height, 4 levels, 6 pallets deep)

HAVI Lisbon Multi-Temperature Logistics Center

Mecalux delivers a multi-temperature logistics center for HAVI in Lisbon, Portugal, featuring two automated warehouses, Pallet Shuttle systems and Easy WMS integration, supporting daily supply to over 150 restaurants.

Food & Beverage📍 Portugal
Michelin Vitoria Tire Plant Automated Warehouse
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🤖Highly Automated
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⚙️Receiving, Storage, Shipping
Key Features:
  • 27-metre high automated clad rack warehouse with five aisles and five single mast stacker cranes
  • 4,600 container storage capacity, accommodating three existing and one planned production line

Michelin Vitoria Tire Plant Automated Warehouse

Mecalux delivers a 27-meter high automated clad rack warehouse for Michelin's Vitoria tire plant in Spain, supporting three production lines and a planned fourth with 4,600 container capacity and 120 containers per hour throughput.

Manufacturing📍 Spain
Didactic - Normandy France Healthcare Storage Expansion with Pallet Shuttle
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🤖Semi-Automated
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⚙️Storage, Receiving, Shipping
Key Features:
  • Customized semi-automatic Pallet Shuttle system integrated with pallet racking, supporting 11,000 total pallet capacity
  • Dual FIFO (First-In-First-Out) and LIFO (Last-In-First-Out) inventory management functionality

Didactic - Normandy France Healthcare Storage Expansion with Pallet Shuttle

Mecalux designed a customized semi-automatic Pallet Shuttle solution for Didactic (Normandy, France) to address 92% storage capacity utilization, delivering 11,000 pallet capacity with FIFO/LIFO functionality for medical device distribution.

Healthcare & Pharma📍 France

Technology Expertise

Storage SystemsTransport & ConveyorsAGV/AMRPicking SystemsSortation SystemsSoftware (WMS/WES/WCS)System Integration

Industry Experience

E-commerceRetail3PL/LogisticsManufacturingFood & BeverageFashion/ApparelAutomotiveHealthcare/PharmaCold Storage

Service Capabilities

Consulting
System Design
Implementation
Integration
Project Management
Installation
Training
Maintenance & Support
Modernization
Spare Parts

Company Overview

Mecalux was founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain, and has become one of the leading companies in the storage systems market. The company specializes in the design, manufacturing, sale, and services of metal racking, automated warehouses, and other storage solutions. With a history of growth through new branches, expanded sales networks, investment in research and development, and the development of its automated warehouse division and Logismarket portal, Mecalux has established a strong reputation for quality products and excellent client service.

Mecalux is the leading storage company in Spain and ranks third in the world in its field, selling to more than 70 countries. It operates twelve production centers in countries including Spain, Poland, the USA, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina, enabling fast and flexible service. The company's scale is supported by its extensive distribution network and commitment to innovation.

The core value proposition is applying the most advanced technology in the industry to deliver high-quality products and excellent client service. Key differentiators include its prime position from advanced technology application, an extensive distribution network, and integration of logistics services.

Core Capabilities

Technology Solutions

Mecalux provides a wide range of warehouse technologies, including pallet racking for safe storage and space maximization, picking shelves that are versatile, robust, and easy to assemble for all types of loads, and mobile racking as a high-density storage solution that increases capacity while maintaining direct access to each pallet. Automated warehouses automate goods movements for pallets and boxes, optimizing storage, preparation, and dispatch. The Easy WMS software controls warehouse stock in real time and optimizes operator routes, with modules like Easy DOM for distributed order management to optimize shipping locations for companies with multiple distribution centers.

The technology approach focuses on intelligent space management, warehouse automation, and software development. Features include streamlining internal goods transport with Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) to boost productivity, and solutions like clad-rack warehouses for rubber storage.

Industry Expertise

Mecalux serves industries such as retail with picking shelving for faster service to online shoppers and retail shops, chemical with automated integration of manufacturing, packaging, and shipping, and general warehousing for order fulfillment and storage expansion. Specific expertise includes optimizing storage space to expand capacity in e-commerce and retail, and improving response times and inventory management in logistics.

Notable achievements include fulfilling orders quickly for customers, building clad-rack warehouses for rubber storage, increasing picking productivity for Decathlon, and streamlining inventory management with Easy WMS.

Service Approach

Mecalux's service model includes services designed to enhance warehouse performance, maximize availability, and improve safety. The methodology involves specializing in pallet racking, picking shelves, warehouse automation, and logistics software, with a focus on no-obligation contact for tailored solutions. The service philosophy is based on high-quality products and excellent client service.

Geographic service coverage is extensive, with offices in 23 countries for local support.

Competitive Advantages

  • Global Market Leadership: Mecalux ranks third in the world in storage systems, selling to more than 70 countries with twelve production centers for fast and flexible service.
  • Advanced Technology Application: The company applies the most advanced technology in the industry, including automated warehouses and software like Easy WMS for real-time stock control and optimized routes.
  • Comprehensive Storage Solutions: Offering a range of racking systems like pallet racks, picking shelves, and mobile racking, Mecalux maximizes storage capacity and maintains direct access.
  • Integrated Logistics Services: Through development of automated warehouse division and Logismarket portal, Mecalux provides end-to-end solutions from design to services.
  • Commitment to Quality and Client Service: With 55 years of experience, Mecalux ensures high-quality products and excellent client service, backed by an extensive distribution network.

Global Presence

Mecalux operates in more than 70 countries with an extensive distribution network in Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, Germany, Slovakia, Belgium, Holland, UK, Czech Republic, Poland, Argentina, Uruguay, Peru, Brazil, Chile, Panama, Mexico, Canada, Turkey, and the USA. The office network includes production centers in Spain (Barcelona, Gijon, Palencia), Poland (Gliwice), USA (Chicago, Sumter, Pontiac), Mexico (Tijuana, Matamoros), Brazil (Sao Paulo), and Argentina (Buenos Aires). This footprint enables fast, flexible service and localized support for global customers.

Innovation & Technology

Mecalux invests in research and development to develop its automated warehouse division and logistics software. Emerging technologies include Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) for streamlining internal goods transport and boosting productivity. The innovation philosophy is commitment to innovation, with recent technological advances in warehouse automation and software development like Easy WMS for real-time control and optimization.

Typical Project Profile

Project Types:

  • Clad-rack warehouses for rubber storage in chemical industries
  • Picking shelving for retail and e-commerce fulfillment
  • Automated warehouses integrating manufacturing and shipping for logistics
  • Software implementations for inventory management in distribution centers Typical Timeline: Varies by project scope Implementation Approach: Specialization in design, manufacturing, sale, and services, with focus on optimizing storage and performance.

Why Choose Mecalux

Mecalux offers high-quality storage systems and excellent client service backed by 55 years of experience and advanced technology. Customers benefit from tailored solutions that maximize storage capacity and optimize operations across diverse industries.

Related Technologies

  • Unit Load AS/RS
  • Mini-Load AS/RS
  • Shuttle Systems
  • AGV Unit Load
  • Goods-to-Person Systems
  • Pallet Conveyors
  • Box Conveyor Systems
  • WMS, WES, WCS

Research Notes:

  • Information gathered from: https://www.mecalux.com/, https://www.mecalux.com/company, https://www.mecalux.com/warehouse-solutions, https://www.mecalux.com/services, https://www.mecalux.com/clients, https://www.mecalux.com/contact, https://www.mecalux.com/company/history
  • Logo URL verified: Yes
  • Last updated: January 03, 2026
  • Confidence level: High
  • Any information gaps: Exact employee count and revenue not on website, used estimates from secondary sources; certifications not explicitly listed on site; innovation page not found, used general company info.

Office Locations

Cornellà de Llobregat, Spain
Headquarters
Chicago, USA
Regional Office
Mexico City, Mexico
Regional Office
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Regional Office
Paris, France
Regional Office
London, United Kingdom
Regional Office

Certifications

🏆 ISO 9001🏆 ISO 14001

Notable Clients

DecathlonCepsaMichelinPorcelanosa Group