Warehouses and Silos
Why is a warehouse inventory important?
As the company grows, the stocks and storage of the products we sell in warehouses are significant for a correct manufacturing process.
By having correct and adequate inventory control according to the supply and demand of the company, we can have happier customers because we have efficient operations and all customer orders can be met.
Use of inventory management software
Inventory management tools can be used to track daily operations accurately. Using warehouse management software can help to have an organized warehouse, and human error can be avoided if this count is done manually.
Maintain supply chain management. The warehouse operations must be carried out in an orderly manner. Having adequate tracking inventory ensures that customers are given the correct order fulfilment.
Although using a warehouse management system can help to have inventory counts efficiently, accurate results can be obtained in any warehouse space using scanning technology. This technology is much faster than any manual inventory system and will give precise results.
How to have an adequate warehouse inventory management?
Efficiency when carrying out proper warehouse management is essential. It may be common for your company to have warehouse managers to improve processes and sales. But let's talk about appropriate inventory management in warehouses. Other factors, such as the correct use of technology and suitable staffing, can determine that there is accurate and correct inventory control. However, human error is still present even in managing, possibly affecting order status and outgoing products.
The following are some recommendations that can be taken into account when wanting to have adequate inventory management in the warehouse:
- Complementary use of a warehouse inventory management system and 3D laser scanning for stocktaking.
- Focus on more than just one type of product but consider all the articles handled in the business.
- Carry out an analysis of the sales made and predictions of what can be sold to determine how much stock should be maintained.
- Perform regular warehouse management audits to have updated information.
- Remember to review the minimum and maximum levels so that reordering is timely.
Maintaining an efficient warehouse is the responsibility of the managers and all the employees who work there. It is essential to be clear about the objectives to be achieved and have good communication so that everyone knows their role and works together to improve processes.
Use of 3D laser scan to inventory
To have proper warehouse inventory management, you can not only resort to a warehouse inventory management system to have precise inventory levels that we have stored in the business.
Sometimes the warehouse layout may not be easily accessible to make an inventory of the companies on time. And it is here when the inventory management systems can stop being the best solution in our particular case to make a correct counting of the stock.
3D laser scanning is one of the services that can help your warehouse employees and managers reduce costs when picking, packing, and shipping. When stock levels are accounted for, an efficient warehouse is created, which will immediately affect the supply chain.
The efficiency and precision of a 3D laser scan can be adequately complemented with inventory management software to have more precise data and compare totals. This service can be performed even if the warehouse location is inaccessible.
Materials in warehouses to use 3D laser scanning
3D laser scanning in warehouses has become more common as this technology has evolved. This service is an ally for companies that want to have their inventory controlled at all times, either for the articles they handle or the space where the warehouse is located.
Different types of materials can be found in a warehouse, and each one requires a different kind of treatment:
- Perishable materials: these are articles with a limited shelf life, so their expiration date must be considered.
- Flammable materials: it is essential to have security measures in place to prevent accidents.
- Non-perishable materials do not have an expiration date, but it is necessary to consider the conditions in which they are stored.
3D laser scanning in warehouses allows for obtaining an inventory quickly, something essential when working with perishable materials. In addition, this technology is helpful for difficult-to-reach places or for those times when it is necessary to have an update on the stock quickly.
When choosing a provider of 3D laser scanning services, it is essential to consider the needs of your company and the type of materials you handle. This way, you can be sure that you will get the most out of this technology.
The main advantages of using 3D laser scanning in warehouses are:
- You can have an inventory in a short time.
- It is possible to obtain information about the condition of the articles.
- You can know the exact location of each product.
- 3D laser scanning allows you to have a virtual model of the warehouse.
What are the silos?
Silos are cylindrical structures that store grain, coal, cement, wood chips, and more. They are usually made of concrete or metal, and they have a conical bottom that allows the material inside to be discharged quickly.
There are two main types of silos: upright and horizontal.
- Upright silos: These are the most common type and are often used to store grain. Horizontal silos, on the other hand, are frequently used to store liquid or semi-solid materials such as slurry. The main advantage of using a silo is that it allows you to keep a large amount of material in a small space. In addition, silos can be built to be very tall, which means that they can take advantage of gravity to discharge the material inside.
- Horizontal silos: The main advantage of using flat silos is that they take up less space than upright silos. In addition, they can be built to be very long, which means that you can store a lot of material in a single silo. Another benefit of horizontal silos is that they can be sealed tightly, which prevents the material inside from being exposed to the elements.
When choosing a silo, it is crucial to consider the type of material you will be storing and the space you have available. If you need help deciding which kind of silo is right for you, please get in touch with us, and we will be happy to assist you. At Reality Capture, we offer 3D laser scanning services that can be used to obtain an inventory of the materials in your warehouse or silo. Contact us today to learn more about our services.
Does your material fit very oddly?
Many raw materials settle organically, so their volumetric quantification is complicated. Still, thanks to laser scanning, we raise millions of points capable of representing any change in shape plus cubing with a precision of 99 %.
What do we do?
We scan the container elements with X-rays, such as warehouse silos and their contents. Then we generate the mesh of each surface that we compare with its bottom or a surface obtained previously.
OUR REPORTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
- Volume Table
- Graphics
- Sketch
- X-Rays
- 3D Terrain Models with texture
- Digital Elevation Model
Inventory Measurement in Warehouses
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