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When Material Flow Becomes Measurable: 3D Laser Profile Sensors for Efficient Logistics Processes

In logistics, throughput, process reliability and transparency determine efficiency and competitiveness. Parcels, pallets and conveyed goods have to be captured reliably while moving and often under significant time pressure. 3D laser profile sensors from AT Sensors enable precise, contactless capture of volume, contours and positions of packages directly within the ongoing material flow.

Reliable Capture of Volume, Contour and Position in Automated Logistics Systems

Modern logistics centers are highly automated systems with complex goods flows. Conveyor technology, sorting systems and automated storage solutions must work together reliably to ensure high throughput rates and short lead times. At the same time, rising expectations for transparency and traceability, combined with zero-error handling requirements, apply across an increasingly diverse range of parcels and load carriers.

3D laser profile sensors enable contactless inspection of volume, geometry and position of parcels, cartons, bins and pallets. Sensor solutions from AT Sensors deliver stable profile data independent of the surface structure, packaging material or ambient light, making them ideal for use in dynamic logistics environments.

Typical logistics applications include volume measurement for freight calculation, contour and overhang control on conveyor lines, position verification before sorting or singulation processes, and completeness and plausibility checks of load units. Even at high belt speeds, parcels can be captured reliably without interrupting material flow.

The result is continuous process monitoring that reduces misroutes, safeguards billing processes and enables efficient control of complex logistics operations.


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