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PRODUCT

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Assistive Technology

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology plays a crucial role in the operations of smart warehouses.

RFID / RF / HH

Equipment Type

RFID Scanner / Reader / Mobile Handheld / Printer

ZEBRA 

  • Asset Track & Trace
  • Order execution

1. Inventory Tracking: RFID tags attached to items allow real-time monitoring and automatic identification of stock levels, locations, and movements within the warehouse.
  2. Automated Processes: RFID readers and antennas strategically placed throughout the warehouse enable hands-free, automated processes such as item receiving, put-away, and order picking.
3. Efficiency Improvement: The seamless integration of RFID technology streamlines warehouse workflows, reduces manual errors, and improves overall operational efficiency.

The key RFID hardware components in a smart warehouse include tags, readers, antennas, and middleware software to manage the data flow and integrate with the broader warehouse management system

The Typical RFID-based Smart Warehouse Workflow

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Incoming goods are tagged with RFID labels

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When an order is placed, the system directs workers to the exact location of the required items

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RFID readers detect the tagged items as they enter the warehouse

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RFID readers confirm the correct items have been picked and packed for shipment

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The warehouse management system automatically updates the inventory database

在智能仓库中，移动终端提供各种工具和功能来支持仓库运营的数字化和智能化。

Mobile Terminal

Equipment Type

N/A

ZEBRA 

 

  • Asset Track & Trace
  • Order execution

1. Data Collection and Recording

  • Barcode Scanner: With the barcode scanning function on the mobile terminal, warehouse personnel can quickly scan the barcodes or labels of goods, enabling rapid data collection and recording.
  • RFID Reader: Equipped with an RFID reading function, the mobile terminal can read RFID tags associated with goods, facilitating efficient real-time data collection.

2. Inventory Management 

  • Real-time Inventory Inquiry: With the mobile terminal, warehouse personnel can access real-time information on stock quantities, locations, and statuses, allowing instant awareness of the inventory situation.
  • Inventory Adjustment and Update: The mobile terminal enables warehouse personnel to swiftly perform inventory adjustments, updates, and movements, ensuring inventory accuracy and traceability.

3. Task Assignment and Execution

  • Task Management Tool: The task management application on the mobile terminal allows for receiving, assigning, and tracking warehouse tasks, ensuring their timely execution and completion.
  • Navigation and Location Services: The mobile terminal provides navigation and location functionalities, assisting warehouse personnel in quickly locating goods and accurately executing tasks.

4. Real-time Communication and Collaboration

  • Instant Messaging Application: The instant messaging application on the mobile terminal enables real-time communication, collaboration, and information sharing among warehouse personnel, enhancing work efficiency and communication effectiveness.
  • Voice Calls and Video Conferencing: The communication features of the mobile terminal support voice calls and video conferencing, facilitating remote communication and collaboration among warehouse personnel.

5. Data Analysis and Reporting 

  • Data Collection and Transmission: The mobile terminal can collect data from warehouse operations and transmit it to a central database for further analysis and report generation.
  • Data Analysis Tools：Data Analysis Tools: Using data analysis applications on the mobile terminal, management can analyze warehouse data and generate key metrics and reports to support decision-making and warehouse optimization.

PPS / PTL

Equipment Type

Projection Picking System (PPS) / Pick (Put) to light (PTL)

AIOI

Distributor and Service Provider

  • Putaway guidance 
  • Picking guidance 
  • Packing guidance
  • Light Indicators: Light modules are commonly used devices in PPS and PTL systems, installed on shelves, containers, or workstations. Each location has a light indicator that guides workers to the specific position for picking or placing items.
  • Display Screens: Some PPS and PTL systems are equipped with display screen devices that show detailed information about the picking tasks, such as item descriptions, quantities, and target locations. Workers can follow the instructions displayed on the screen to perform picking operations.
  • Projection Picking Glasses: These devices are typically worn on the worker’s head, projecting picking task information into their field of vision to provide visual guidance. 
  • Projection Picking Screens: These devices are usually installed above shelves or containers, projecting picking task information onto screens to guide workers in picking operations.
  • Visual Guidance: Projection Picking technology provides visual guidance to workers by projecting relevant information such as item location, quantity, and picking sequence onto shelves or containers. This helps workers accurately and quickly complete picking tasks.
  • Reduced Picking Errors: By directly projecting picking task instructions to the correct positions, Projection Picking technology eliminates errors associated with manual searching and judgment, thus reducing picking errors. 
  • Increased Efficiency: With intuitive picking guidance and reduced picking errors, Projection Picking technology enhances picking efficiency, saving time and effort.

In a smart warehouse, PPS (Pick/Put to Light System) and PTL (Pick to Light System) are common picking and placing systems.

In a smart warehouse, Projection Picking technology is a method that uses projection technology to guide workers in accurate picking operations by projecting picking tasks onto shelves or containers.

Benefits

Improved Accuracy

Through visual guidance and reduced picking errors, Projection Picking technology enhances picking accuracy and reduces error rates.

Increased Efficiency

Projection Picking technology provides intuitive picking guidance, enabling workers to complete picking tasks more quickly and improving overall work efficiency

Reduced Training Costs

The intuitive visual guidance provided by Projection Picking technology allows workers to grasp picking operations more quickly, resulting in reduced training costs and time.

Simplified Workflow

Projection Picking technology simplifies the picking process, making picking tasks more intuitive and straightforward, and reducing operational complexity.

Voice-Pick（PBV）in a smart warehouse provide picking guidance and operational support through voice technology.

PBV / RF / HH

Equipment Type

Voice Pick / Mobile Handheld 

Honeywell

  • Picking guidance (Pick by Voice / Voice to Pick) 
  • Order execution
  • Voice Terminal Devices: Workers use dedicated voice terminal devices, such as a combination of headsets and microphones, to receive voice instructions and provide voice input.
  • Voice Recognition and Processing Systems: Intelligent software systems recognize and process workers’ voice instructions, providing relevant picking information and feedback.

Advantages

Improved Efficiency and Accuracy

Voice guidance provides real-time picking instructions without the need for workers to check screens or other physical indicators. This speeds up picking and reduces errors.

Reduced Burden and Fatigue

Workers can focus on picking tasks without the need to hold devices or stare at screens, reducing physical burden and visual fatigue.

Adaptation to Multilingual Environments

Voice systems can provide guidance based on workers' language settings, accommodating multilingual work environments and facilitating workers from different language backgrounds.

Real-time Monitoring and Recording

Voice systems can record and track the completion of picking tasks, providing real-time monitoring and data feedback, which helps managers analyze and optimize warehouse operations.

Smart Tag

Equipment Type

Smart Tag / E-ink Tag

YALA

Distributor and Service Provider

  • Picking guidance (Pick by Voice / Voice to Pick) 
  • Order execution
  1. Cargo Tracking and Location: Smart tags, using technologies like RFID, enable precise tracking of cargo, allowing warehouse personnel to accurately locate and monitor the movement of goods within the warehouse. 
  2. Inventory Management: Smart tags record essential information such as quantity, attributes, and other key data, facilitating realtime inventory management and automated replenishment, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in inventory control. 
  3. Warehouse Operations Optimization: Smart tags integrate with automation equipment such as robots and automated forklifts, as well as warehouse management systems, enabling automated handling, sorting, loading, and unloading of goods. This optimization improves operational efficiency and accuracy.

RFID Tags: These tags utilize wireless radio frequency identification technology to track and communicate with goods, enabling accurate identification and location tracking.

GPS Tags: These tags utilize Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to track the location and movement path of goods, not only within the warehouse but also throughout the logistics transportation process in the supply chain.

NFC Tags: Near Field Communication (NFC) tags can communicate with smartphones or other devices that support NFC technology. They can be used for quick scanning of goods information, authentication of goods authenticity, or interaction with other systems.

In a smart warehouse, smart tags provide real-time data and automation capabilities for efficient cargo tracking, inventory management, and warehouse operations.