https://store.warehouseiq.com/blogs/news.atomWarehouse IQ - News2023-02-28T06:12:27-08:00Warehouse IQhttps://store.warehouseiq.com/blogs/news/ar-headset-makes-invisible-objects-in-warehouse-findable2023-02-28T06:12:27-08:002023-02-28T09:37:55-08:00New AR Headset Makes Invisible Objects in Warehouses Easy to FindAndy Walker
Augmented Reality (AR) is about to change the way warehouses operate by providing workers with the ability to see things that were previously invisible to the naked eye. A team of researchers at MIT have developed an AR headset called X-AR, which provides users with X-ray vision, enabling them to locate items that are hidden from view.
The system utilizes radio frequency (RF) signals, which can pass through common materials like cardboard boxes, plastic containers, or wooden dividers, to find hidden items that have been labeled with RFID tags, which reflect signals sent by an RF antenna. The headset directs the wearer as they walk through a room toward the location of the item, which shows up as a transparent sphere in the AR interface. Once the item is in the user’s hand, the headset verifies that they have picked up the correct object.
X-AR could be a game-changer for e-commerce warehouses, where speed and efficiency are critical to meet customer demand. Workers in warehouses often spend hours searching for items on cluttered shelves or buried in boxes, which can result in delays and errors. X-AR can help workers locate items quickly and accurately, which can improve productivity and reduce the likelihood of errors.
X-AR provides workers with a more efficient way of locating items than the traditional method of searching for them visually. The headset can localize hidden items to within 9.8 centimeters, on average, and it verifies that users picked up the correct item with 96 percent accuracy. These results are significant as they show that X-AR can reduce picking errors by up to 98.9 percent, which can save warehouses both time and money.
One of the main benefits of X-AR is that it can guide workers to the exact location of an item, even if it is hidden from view. This can be particularly useful in warehouses where items are stored in boxes or on high shelves, making it difficult to find them visually. X-AR can locate items quickly and accurately, even if they are not visible, which can save workers time and reduce frustration.
Another benefit of X-AR is that it can be used to identify the exact item for an order when many similar objects are in the same bin. This can be challenging for workers, as it can be difficult to differentiate between similar items visually. X-AR can guide workers to the exact location of the item they need, reducing the likelihood of errors and improving efficiency.
X-AR can also be used to help workers in a manufacturing facility locate the correct parts to assemble a product. This can be challenging, as many products require multiple parts, which can be difficult to locate. X-AR can guide workers to the exact location of the parts they need, reducing the time it takes to assemble products and improving productivity.
X-AR has the potential to revolutionize the way warehouses operate by providing workers with a more efficient and accurate way of locating items. It can save workers time, reduce errors, and improve productivity, all of which can benefit warehouses and their customers.
The development of X-AR is just the beginning of what is possible with AR technology in the warehouse industry. As the technology advances, it is likely that we will see more sophisticated AR systems that can perform a wider range of tasks. For example, AR systems could be used to guide workers through complex assembly processes or to provide real-time data on inventory levels.
In conclusion, X-AR has the potential to transform the way warehouses operate by providing workers with X-ray vision, which enables them to locate items that were previously invisible. This can save workers time, reduce errors, and improve productivity, which can benefit warehouses and their customers. As the technology advances, we can expect to see more sophisticated AR systems that can perform a wider range of tasks, which will further revolutionize the warehouse industry.
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https://store.warehouseiq.com/blogs/news/join-us-at-promat-2023-in-chicago2023-02-10T10:00:14-08:002023-02-13T06:59:15-08:00Join us at Promat 2023 in ChicagoAndy Walker
If you’re headed to PROMAT 2023 this year in Chicago from March 20 to March 23 come and see the Lean Inc. / WarehouseIQ team at the show at Booth #N6638.
We will be exhibiting new products, including our new line of Beaverswood, Visusafe and Brandsafe products (700+ new SKUs). Plus, see the following featured products:
Rack Armour Column Guards
Racksack Trash Segregation Bags
Modulean Rack-End Boards
And much more!
Need more info? Contact Ted Gallardo at 1-888-310-0008 x2 or emailted@warehouseiq.com
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https://store.warehouseiq.com/blogs/news/lean-inc-becomes-mster-dealer-for-rack-armour-us-canada2022-05-16T10:41:28-07:002022-05-16T11:12:32-07:00Rack Group have signed Lean Inc. as the Master Distributor for Rack Armour upright protection guards across the USA and CanadaCyberwalker Digital
Rack Armour has been a brand sold across the USA and Canada since it’s US patent in 2012. Since then the unique polymer racking upright protection guard has grown in popularity thanks to its ballistics-grade exterior and impact absorbing foam interior.
Based in Anaheim, California, Lean Inc Materials Handling specialise in racking alterations, repairs and designing efficient warehouse layouts. Lean Inc also supply a range of racking protection products that complement the racking installation services they offer.
Stuart Ovington, Managing Director at Rack Group says “Bringing Lean Inc on board as the Master Distributor is an exciting next step for growing our Rack Armour brand in the USA. We will be able to streamline our operations and ensure our customers receive a fast and reliable service."
Ted Gallardo, General Manager, Lean Inc. said "Here at Lean Inc. we're excited to be named master dealer for The Rack Group for the U.S. and Canada and we look forward to increasing service levels and expanding the market for Rack Armour rack protection and The Rack Group in North America."
For more information, contact Ted on 1-888-310-0008 ext. 1, or email leads@leanracking.com
To buy Rack Armour from Lean's retail online store at https://Store.WarehouseIQ.com, click here.