Presence and Absence Item Detection
Challenge
High-speed, high-volume tilt tray sorters are used to process multiple orders at distribution centers. As the volume and diversity of products being shipped has increased, so have the demands on their sortation system. Misrouted and misidentified products can result in shipping errors and delays as well as increased expenses and lost productivity. With multiple types of products on the sortation system, ranging in shape, size and color, a solution is needed to ensure items are detected properly and accurately on the sorter trays thereby reducing associated missort costs.
Solution
A VE Series Smart Camera, is an ideal solution to be able to detection the presence or absence of an object. The camera comes in a 5MP resolution giving a precise detection of objects. The VE reduces costly downtime facilitating fast product changeover. With its robust metal housing and optional lens covers the VE can be used in harsh environments where heat, vibration and moisture exist.