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Technical FAQs on the X'Smart

Written by Nicolas Beal

General questions

  1. What is the X'Smart?

    • X'Smart is an automated, intelligent storage unit designed for the distribution and shared management of sensitive equipment such as electronic, hydraulic or pneumatic components.

  2. What are the main advantages of the X'Smart?

    • Securing investments in a single location.

    • Pooling of resources for improved availability.

    • Reduced capital costs through maintenance whilst the equipment remains in operation.

    • Optimisation of stock levels and anticipation of peak demand.

    • Storage space reduced by up to 90 per cent.

    • Tracking of life cycles and management of commissioning or calibration dates.

  3. What standard configuration is available for the X’Smart?

    • The standard model, XSMRT-8, has 8 configurable compartments.


How it works

  1. How does the X'Smart work?

    • User identification via a personalised badge.

    • Equipment is selected via an intuitive touch screen.

    • Automatic opening of hatches to access or return equipment.

    • Option to add comments on the condition of the equipment upon return.

  2. Does X'Smart allow you to recharge stored equipment?

    • Yes, a charging option is available for certain items of equipment.

  3. How long does it take to access a piece of equipment?

    • Less than 10 seconds.


Technical specifications

  1. What are the dimensions of the X'Smart?

    • Height: 2000 mm.

    • Width: 760 mm.

    • Depth: 740 mm.

  2. What is the maximum weight that each compartment can hold?

    • 25 kg per compartment, for a total permissible load of 200 kg.

  3. What is the operating temperature range?

    • From -15°C to 40°C.

  4. What types of connections are available?

    • Wi-Fi, Ethernet, 3G and 4G.


Security and compliance

  1. How is access secured?

    • Through identification via a personalised company badge.

  2. Does the X'Smart comply with specific standards?

    • Yes, it complies with European standards such as 2006/42/EC, EN 60335 and EN 61000.

  3. What protection is there against ingress?

    • The X'Smart has an IP2X protection rating.


Use and maintenance

  1. Can the touchscreen be used whilst wearing gloves?

    • Yes, the 21.5-inch touchscreen is designed for use with gloves.

  2. How do you move the X'Smart?

    • It is fitted with adjustable feet and can be moved using a forklift.

  3. What power supply is required for the X'Smart?

    • 230V - 50 Hz EU mains supply.


Options and customisation

  1. Can the X'Smart be customised?

    • Yes, the compartments can be configured to suit users’ specific needs.

  2. What options are available with the X'Smart?

    • LED lighting, a power socket for charging, and glass-fronted compartments.

  3. Can several X'Smart units be connected together?

    • Yes, it is possible to connect several units for centralised management.


Services and audits

  1. Do you offer an energy consumption audit?

    • Yes, a sales representative can carry out an audit to optimise the management of the equipment.

  2. What additional services are included with the X'Smart?

    • Installation, configuration of the units, and setting up alerts for monitoring the equipment.

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