MIM Patchwork Service’s new compact ‘MPW-24/VP’ system is capable of measuring, weighing, sorting, and recording merchandise in less than a second. To achieve these results in record time, the solution combines artificial intelligence (AI) with the latest RFID technology, electronic weighing, 3D visual measurement, and various high-precision cameras. This device, which requires only 4 square meters of warehouse space for installation and is compatible with other automation solutions, reduces merchandise management, sorting, and distribution time by up to 67%.
Intralogistics automation has become a vitally important strategy in today’s logistics landscape, thanks to the significant competitive advantages it offers. In fact, as Deloitte noted in its study “The robots are waiting? Are you ready to reap the benefits?”, “90% of organizations that have implemented automation systems consider that they have exceeded their expectations in terms of productivity, costs, and improved process execution.”
A compact device with the latest technology
MIM Patchwork Service has designed this compact system to meet the increasingly demanding needs of the sector. Thanks to its ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously, it solves operational problems with unprecedented speed, eliminates bottlenecks, and increases productivity.
This system combines the following technologies:
RFID induction. The device features an RFID reader that allows for quick and accurate (virtually instantaneous) identification of each product. This accelerates the inventory process and reduces errors in product management.
Electronic weighing. The system features a functional electronic scale up to 100 kg that determines the weight of objects in real time. This data is recorded and integrated with the company’s systems to provide accurate information on merchandise handling.
3D visual volume measurement. The device uses 3D binocular vision technology to capture a three-dimensional image of the object. This information enables more efficient management of storage and packaging space.
Traceability and video surveillance. It captures real-time images of logistics operations carried out in the system to improve the security and traceability of these activities. This recording is stored so that, if necessary, it can be reviewed and analyzed.
AI Facial Recognition. Artificial intelligence algorithms analyze the facial characteristics of the person using the device to authenticate the user and ensure that only authorized personnel can access certain specific system functions.
Key Benefits of the Equipment
This unique integration of multiple processes into a single platform translates into strategic benefits that revolutionize inventory management and logistics processes in various industries, such as logistics, where it optimizes the handling and distribution of goods; courier services, as it facilitates the sorting and shipping of packages; e-commerce, where it improves the accuracy and speed of order management; and supermarket logistics, where it streamlines inventory control and the packaging process. The main benefits of this system include:
Packaging optimization. MIM Patchwork Service’s compact equipment increases packaging rates and reduces associated costs by combining volume, weighing, and reading measuring devices.
Warehouse cost reduction. With accurate, real-time measurements, the system improves inventory organization and maximizes warehouse space utilization thanks to its compact size. Furthermore, by combining multiple types of technology, it reduces investment in multiple devices.
More efficient distribution. This device, thanks to its high accuracy and speed when performing multiple tasks, increases distribution efficiency and reduces labor costs.
Impact on the industry
To illustrate the impact of this system, consider the following case study. Companies in the sector spend an average of 3 seconds to process each product. Therefore, scanning approximately 10,000 units requires approximately 8.3 hours of labor. However, with just one of these systems, the same process could be completed in 2.7 hours. This saving of 5.6 hours translates into a 67% improvement in operational efficiency. If, instead of a single device, as in this example, several were incorporated, the benefits would multiply exponentially.
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