Container inspection

Automated 2D & 3D container inspection

Quality inspections of products and production parts are essential in daily practice. However, reusable transport containers, such as pallets, also need to be inspected for possible damage. With our automated multi-use logistics testing plants (e.g. our PACO pallet inspection system), we can help you to automatically detect deformations and damage to transport containers using 3D sensors and camera systems.

This control is important as it can ensure automated loading with robots. Collisions between robots and reusable containers are avoided by ejecting deformed containers. In addition, the exchange criteria for EPAL pallets in accordance with the GS1 standard and Euro pallet cages are checked.

Our inspection systems are used in production and distribution logistics for a wide range of industries:

• Automotive
• Packaging manufacturer
• Pharmaceuticals
• Food & Beverage
• road, air freight, rail
• Warehouse & storage logistics

Testing characteristics & testing areas

The grid boxes are checked for deformation or damage of the following areas with the help of 2D or 3D sensors:

Grid Boxes

• Attachment frame
• Front wall flap
• Floor frame and feet – Important to stack the boxes safely!
• Bars

Pallets

• Pallet dimensions
• Running boards and deckboards
• Block check (pallet foot check)
• Mandatory labeling legible

The reusable transport containers are tested for the following characteristics:

• Dimensions
• Filling level
• Bracket position
• Damages
• Dirt (inside/outside)
• Foreign objects
• Traces of use
• Deformations / chipping
• Marking & labeling: Identification code quality

Pallets

Grid Boxes

Plastic containers

Trays

Cartons

Test procedure

The containers are conveyed through the inspection system and scanned by 3D sensors. Depending on the requirements and the hardware used (2D/3D), up to 360 pallet cages, 400 pallets or 4,000 containers can be checked per hour.

The compact design of the testing system allows space-saving integration into your plant. A stand-alone solution is also available including pallet stackers (or magazines) and conveyor technology.
The web-based application allows the status of the plant to be viewed or parameterized at any time via the plant network.

Software autfactory: For efficient data exchange and easy control

Our autfactory test bench software provides a reliable solution for smooth data exchange between your test bench and your ERP system and offers numerous other advantages.

• Easy integration into existing plants
  With autfactory, simple integration is possible without intervention in existing control systems. With our solution, you can seamlessly integrate your test bench into your existing equipment without having to make expensive adjustments.
• Archive function for data analysis and tracking
  The archive function helps you keep track of your inspection results and continuously improve the efficiency of your inspection process. You can review historical data, identify trends, and make accurate decisions based on sound analysis.
• OPC-UA interface to the conveyor system
  This interface enables seamless data exchange between your test bench and your conveyor system.
• Deep Learning function for individual inspection criteria
  With the deep learning function, you can train the system to your individual test criteria.