The Parcel contourcheck is a functionality that can be configured on the IAS camera. With this functionality, the IAS scans and detects the contours of each individual parcel that is transported underneath. A point-cloud is produced and the background is subtracted in order to make a full 3D image. This image is used to define the accurate contours of the physical item, including its exact position and rotation.
The contourcheck is used for precise parcel analysis of inbound- or outbound goods. It analysis the parcels and checks whether the parcels meet the specifications for being handled by the transportation or sorting system. Over-height, over-length, or over-width parcels are detected and reported to the controls system. This ensures that only machine compatible parcels enter your material handling equipment. When an abnormality is detected, an image is displayed to the operator who can act if needed, and learn from the situation. This is called visual feedback. With the contourcheck functionality your operation has fewer parcel jams, fewer unnecessary stops, and increased up-time. Accurate detection of parcels is key for efficient and reliable transportation and sortation. This can be challenging when sensors do not ‘see’ the complete situation. This can be caused by parcels that are too flat (<5mm) to detect, to irregular to detect, or parcels that reflect the sensor. Thanks to the use of the depth information provided by the stereo camera, the IAS can accurately detect even the smallest, flattest (<5mm), most reflecting, and/or irregular shaped parcels. This ensures controlled and accurate transportation and sortation. The operators are informed with an image when abnormalities are detected. They can act or learn from the situation. With accurate item detection using IAS technology you can make your operation more efficient, improve its accuracy, and reduce the number of miss-sorts.
