dhl_press.jpgA pallet measuring system from METTLER TOLEDO Cargoscan is ensuring large pallets are quickly and accurately weighed, measured and scanned at DHL’s International Gateway in London Colney. “When large parcels and pallets have a low overall weight, we calculate their shipment cost according to their volumetric, or dimensional, weight – the amount of space they take up in a vehicle or aircraft,” commented DHL’s International Gateway manager Angus MacDougall.

“While measuring smaller parcels is standard practice in the transport and logistics industries, measuring large pallets is often very difficult using conventional technology, so their dimensions often have to be manually measured and recorded. This is obviously a time-consuming process and is not cost-effective. What we needed was a product that could quickly, reliably and accurately capture and record a pallet’s weight, volume and barcode information and transfer this information in a format compatible with our information management system,” he added.

The solution from METTLER TOLEDO Cargoscan was the CSN840 Pallet™, a complete data capture system that automatically collects dimensions, weight and identification information from virtually any kind of pallet, even with dark or glossy surfaces, in less than five seconds. The standard unit can handle approximately 200 pallets per hour, but throughput can be increased by optimising traffic on the floor. The non-intrusive overhead dimensional scanners can be floor-, wall- or ceiling-mounted. This not only reduces the system’s footprint but also provides operators with the flexibility to place pallets under the measuring system from any direction and in any orientation.

CSN840 Pallet™ systems are provided with all the necessary software to facilitate fast, accurate and reliable integration into a company’s IT environment, improving efficiency and complying with local legal requirements. The user-friendly workstation is easy to operate, instantly displaying all dimension, weigh and barcode information as a pallet is being scanned, with a graphical interface showing the measuring progress in real time. The operator has full control at all times, and all historical data is available on-screen. Communication with the host computer or warehouse management system is via Ethernet or Serial communication, ensuring seamless connectivity.

A service web page is available for each individual CSN840 Pallet™ system, making installation, maintenance and upgrades quick and easy via the internet – either remotely or on-site. The user-friendly interface guides the operator through the various commands of the system, making any adjustments simple and reducing the need for advanced training, while maximising system capabilities and up-time.

Mr MacDougall continues “by capturing weight, dimension and barcode information quickly and efficiently, the CSN840 Pallet™ unit allows invoicing to be processed quicker than previously, increasing our revenues. The unit also ensures correct track and trace of all pallets by accurately recording their movement.”

“Until we installed the CSN840 Pallet™ we had no efficient, reliable, accurate system for measuring pallets. This system was extremely cost effective and has proven to be extremely robust and fit for purpose in our busy International Gateway. It also fits seamlessly into DHL’s existing interface software,” he concluded.

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