Advancing Warehouse Productivity and Reinforcing Safety
In today’s fast-paced warehouse environment, it is essential to create a safer and more efficient workspace. iW.ObjectSense is an innovative detection and notification system
designed to optimize equipment use, labor, and data management. This system not only enhances warehouse productivity but also strengthens operator training. It goes beyond traditional security measures by offering a dynamic and intelligent solution to prevent collisions and improve overall warehouse operations.
What is iW.ObjectSense?
iW.ObjectSense is a sophisticated detection and notification system that enhances warehouse security by alerting forklift operators to objects within their travel path. It uses advanced technology to adapt to the forklift’s environment, providing flexible and reliable object detection. This intelligent system alerts operators with audible and visual notifications and can also be configured to trigger slowdown or stop functionality based on your specific application needs and warehouse environment.
How iW.ObjectSense Works:
iW.ObjectSense utilizes a multi-layered approach to protect people, equipment and the facility:
- Dynamic Detection Range: The system’s sensing field intelligently adjusts based on the forklift’s speed. At higher speeds, the detection range extends further, giving operators more time to react. As the forklift slows down, the detection range narrows, focusing on immediate surroundings.
- Adaptive Sensing Field: The shape of the sensing field dynamically adapts to the forklift’s steer angle. This ensures comprehensive coverage, even when navigating tight
corners or complex warehouse layouts. - Intelligent Notifications: iW.ObjectSense provides clear and concise audible and visual alerts to the operator, indicating the location and proximity of detected objects. These notifications allow operators to take proactive measures to avoid collisions.
- Configurable Parameters: Beyond notifications, iW.ObjectSense can be configured to automatically slow down or stop functionality, providing an extra layer of protection in certain situations. This level of control allows you to tailor the system to your specific operational requirements.
Infrastructure-Free Benefits of iW.ObjectSense:
- Provide real-time feedback to operators and reinforce best practices.
- Reduce the risk of collisions, protecting personnel, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
- Minimize downtime due to accidents and near misses and contribute to a more efficient and productive operation.
- Collect valuable data on slowdowns and notifications, providing insights that can be used to improve facility layout, traffic flow, and operator training programs.
- Integrate seamlessly with new Raymond forklifts or retrofit for existing ones.
iW.ObjectSense: Three Layers of Security for Your Warehouse
- Proactive Detection: The dynamic detection range and adaptive sensing field identify potential hazards before they become critical.
- Real-Time Notification: Audible and visual alerts provide operators with immediate awareness of their surroundings.
- Configurable Intervention: Automatic slowdown or stop functionality provides an extra layer of protection, preventing accidents even in challenging situations.
Adjustable Parameters for Flexibility:
iW.ObjectSense offers adjustable parameters to perfectly align with your facility’s unique needs, operator experience, and specific applications. You choose the optimal settings for object detection, with options for controlled slowdown or complete stops, both within and outside of aisles, adhering to your established facility rules and requirements.
Compatible Truck Models:
iW.ObjectSense can be quickly and efficiently implemented on new Raymond® models or retrofitted onto existing Raymond lift trucks, creating a fleet of smart, connected vehicles with customizable functionality and advanced reporting diagnostics. Factory-direct systems are available on current production models of the following Raymond trucks: Stand-up Counterbalanced Trucks, Orderpickers, Reach-Fork® Trucks*, 9600 & 9700 Swing-Reach® Trucks, 8510 Center Rider Pallet Trucks with Power Steer, 8610 Tow Tractors with Power Steer, and 8910 Rider Pallet Trucks. Aftermarket retrofit kits are also available.
Reporting for Invaluable Insights:
iW.ObjectSense provides comprehensive data and reporting capabilities, tracking slowdown and notification events by operator, vehicle type, and facility location. This information, combined with Raymond’s professional service and GATEWAY™ teams, transforms raw data into understandable, meaningful, and actionable insights. All data and reports are securely stored in the iWAREHOUSE Global Telematics System server and accessible through GATEWAY.
The Power of iWAREHOUSE Solutions:
When paired with other operator assist technologies in the iWAREHOUSE Solutions suite, iW.ObjectSense allows businesses to leverage multiple solutions tailored to specific facility conditions and needs. This maximizes labor, data, and equipment efficiency throughout the warehouse.
Ready to Transform Your Warehouse?
Our intralogistics solutions, like iW.ObjectSense, optimize operations, expand data capabilities, and automate functions to continuously improve your business. Download iW.ObjectSense brochure to learn more.
Contact us today for more information on how the iW.ObjectSense can optimize your equipment, labor, and data for maximum impact.
