PARCEL CHECK POINT PCP 3200

TURN KEY SOLUTION for parcel, courier and postal companies

The "Parcel Check Point 3200" meets today´s demands for modern logistics operations in the parcel and document area. With its modular structure, the system designed by Parcel Logistics + Systems dynamically measures volume, dimensions, and weight of documents and parcels, including bulky and oversized shipments.

The measurement data obtained is being sent to a host computer where it can be used for evaluations, classifications and operation control. The "Parcel Check Point 3200" consists of a volume measurement unit, dynamic weighing unit, conveyor system and stationary code reader (optional). The volume measurement unit is equipped with two high-resolution SICK LMS 200 laser scanners.

Benefits from
measurement of
real shipment data

The collection of "real" shipment data gives the parcel or postal company valuable information about the structure of its shipments.

"Parcel Check Point 3200" allows to check parcels and documents continuously for permitted shipment sizes and weights and classify them accordingly (parcels, small parcels, documents, bulky goods, etc.).

This classification can be used in optimizing automatic sorting systems. Bulky goods which often cause additional handling and transport costs can also be identified automatically.

The continuous registration of shipment volume and weight data enables the parcel or postal company to calculate, control and predict transport and handling costs more efficiently and accurately. Operative planning of cargo capacity requirements can be more precise being based on real volume and weight data.

High measurement
capacity

By integrating the "Parcel Check Point 3200" into a conveyor system, volume and dimension data can be measured dynamically.

The contour of the parcel or document is being scanned by two laser scanners. The length of the shipment is being measured by means of speed measurement at the conveyor belt. Using the contour data of the shipment, the Parcel Check Point´s central unit calculates its length, width, height and volume in fractions of a second.

Volume
measurement
unit

Using infrared laser scanners the "Parcel Check Point 3200" can handle all sizes and shapes of parcels including bulky or oddly-shaped shipments.

The volume measurement unit needs no sensors below or lateral of the conveyor nor gaps between conveyor belts. This makes it possible to measure even oversized parcels without difficulty.

Dynamic scale unit

Weighing is carried out by a dynamic scale unit designed for use in harsh operational environments. The weight data taken from shipments is being sent to the host computer together with volume and dimension information.

Code readers

The "Parcel Check Point 3200" can be equipped with different types of manual or stationary code reading systems. This enables the user to read and decode all kinds of modern codes including two-dimensional codes as, e.g. PDF-Code or MaxiCode.

Conveyor system

The conveyor is designed for continuous and reliable operation with minimal maintenance requirements and complies with the special quality and durability standards of the parcel and postal industry.

High reliability

Due to its special design which is orientated on the requirements of logistics operation, the ÒParcel Check Point 3200Ò ensures high reliability of the entire system and its components. The overhead mounting of sensors practically eliminates the possibility of them being affected by dirt or damage.

Hardware and
network
compatibility

The measurement data from each shipping unit is sent to the host computer via the local network. "Parcel Check Point 3200" is compatible with all hardware and network platforms (e.g. DOS / UNIX / AS400 / Novell / TCP-IP etc.).

Integration into
existing systems

"Parcel Check Point 3200" requires little space for its installation and can be integrated into existing conveyor and sorting systems. Using several measurement units on parallel conveyor lines, distance between conveyor lines can be minimized.

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