Count crates, containers & returnables

Edge.Count – Count crates, pallets and returnable containers easily via app. Bring efficiency to your container management!

Edge.Count – Crate counting app for returnable containers

Manual container counting? Not anymore!

Manually counting and recording containers, crates and other returnable objects in warehouses and logistics centers can be time-consuming, error-prone and inefficient. With Edge.Count, we revolutionize your container management through the use of state-of-the-art mobile data capture technology.

Our intuitive app enables you to count returnables and containers quickly and accurately, saving time and dramatically improving the accuracy of your inventory data. Switch to a solution that provides real-time updates and complete transparency over your stock – without tedious manual counting.

Sound familiar? Manual counting, shrinkage, overloaded drivers

Typical challenges in container and returnable management – and how Edge.Count solves them.

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Relieve drivers – every minute counts

Drivers are scarce. Instead of having them manually count crates and pallets, they take a photo with Edge.Count – AI does the rest. Less waiting at the gate, more tours per day.

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Reduce returnable shrinkage

Excel, paper, manual entries – no transparency, no real-time data. Edge.Count brings order: every capture is documented, every location is traceable. Shrinkage drops, costs too.

Avoid faulty data capture

Manual counting is error-prone – typos, double entries, complaints. With AI-powered image recognition you get precise data that flows directly into your systems.

Edge.Count: Take a photo, AI counts – drivers and warehouse relieved. No more manual counting.

We digitalize the most tedious process in logistics

Efficient, intuitive and precise: With Edge.Count you optimize your container management for returnables and crates in no time. Thanks to automatic counting via scan and real-time updates on your inventory, you not only avoid errors but also reduce working time. The solution flexibly adapts to your requirements and offers full transparency – anytime, anywhere.

Step 1

Unload load carriers

Start the process by unloading pallets and roll cages from the truck and preparing them for scanning. Ensure all crates are clearly visible to maximize counting efficiency.

Edge.Count crate counting app – unloading returnable containers
Step 2

Scan delivery note

Open the Edge.Count app on your mobile data capture device and use the integrated camera to scan the delivery note. This enables quick and accurate assignment of the tour and corresponding load carriers.

Edge.Count app – scanning delivery note for returnable containers
Step 3

Photographic capture of front and back

Take photos of the front and back of each load carrier via the app. The app guides you with overlays for optimal camera positioning to ensure the best image quality and data capture.

Edge.Count crate counting app – photographically capturing returnable containers
Step 4

Image analysis by artificial intelligence

After capture, the integrated AI technology automatically analyzes the images to identify the exact count and types of load carriers and returnable objects. This advanced analysis enables precise and fast counting without manual intervention.

Edge.Count – AI analysis of returnable containers
Step 5

Output of results

The results of the image analysis are displayed immediately in the app. You receive a detailed overview of the counted load carriers, including specific types and quantities.

Edge.Count crate counting app – counting result returnable containers
Step 6

Signature and confirmation

Confirm the accuracy of the captured data with your signature directly on the mobile device. This function adds an extra layer of security to the capture process and meets compliance requirements.

Edge.Count – confirm signature returnable container capture
Step 7

Upload results to the cloud

Finally, all confirmed data and associated images are securely uploaded to the cloud. This ensures that the information is available anytime, anywhere, supports archiving and facilitates access for further analysis and reporting.

Edge.Count crate counting app – returnable container data in cloud
Security & Flexibility

Digitalize worry-free

Hardware-free

No barcodes or tags required. Pallets, beverage crates, bakery crates, boxes and other returnable assets can be tracked without identification – AI recognizes them by geometric features.

Data sovereignty

Privacy by Design: 100% on-device processing. No cloud requirement, no data leakage. Optional Edge.Trace for central evaluation – you have full control.

GDPR-safe

Images are evaluated locally by AI. Persons are automatically blurred – no personal data is transmitted or stored on device or cloud.

Asset Intelligence

Precise locations through automatic GPS coupling with every capture. Traceability for returnable returns and supply.

Edge.Count

The smart app for fast and accurate capture and management of your load carriers.

Your benefits:

  • Time savings in logistics
  • Accuracy and error reduction
  • Real-time transparency
  • Traceability and documentation

Edge.Trace

Manage load carriers and crates digitally and keep track of inventory and movements at all times.

Your benefits:

  • Centralized data management
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • All data at a glance
  • Access from anywhere

Complete

The perfect combination of app and web app: Capture on the go, manage centrally – a holistic solution for your load carriers in real time.

Your benefits:

  • All benefits of Edge.Count
  • All benefits of Edge.Trace
FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Edge.Count app

How does the automatic crate counting work? +

The Edge.Count app uses the device camera in combination with AI-powered image recognition to automatically count the number of crates in an image. Mixed stacking patterns are reliably detected too – they don't need to be uniform. You get fast and precise results.

Which crate types can the app count? +

We already track many different returnables – we have ready-to-use models for them. These include IFCO boxes, EPS trays, KLTs, E1/E2 meat crates, beverage crates, bakery crates and many other containers. Development effort is only needed for specific returnables we don't yet cover.

Can the app also count pallets and load aids? +

Yes, the app is specifically designed to reliably recognize and count Euro pallets, Chep and LPR pallets as well as other load aids. Through AI-powered image recognition it reduces manual errors and saves valuable time during capture.

Does the app work on every device? +

Yes. The Edge.Count app runs on Android and iOS devices – including relatively old models. No high-end hardware is required. Smartphones, tablets and mobile data capture devices are sufficient.

Can the app be used offline? +

Yes, the app works without an internet connection. Count data is stored locally and synchronized once an internet connection is available again.

Schedule your free consultation now!

In a first step we analyze your status quo together and identify potential for optimization and automation. If we have a suitable solution for you, we present our approaches tailored to your specific requirements in a second meeting.