Industrial Image Processing and AI: A Success Story in the Automation and Optimization of Logistics Processes at EDEKA
EDEKA, one of Germany's most renowned supermarket chains, faced a significant challenge. The manual counting and tracking of returnables consumed enormous resources and led to inaccuracies that brought the risk of inventory errors and increased costs. With more than 860 stores in the region, EDEKA was looking for a solution for their logistics centers that would optimize this process while maintaining their high standard of service.
This is where PixelEdge entered the picture with the innovative ScanGate system. This system, powered by state-of-the-art image processing technology, was able to count the returnables with an impressive accuracy of nearly 100%. The implementation of the ScanGate system at EDEKA opened up new possibilities for more efficient processes.
Today, the ScanGate system stands as a symbol of the successful partnership between EDEKA and PixelEdge. It represents the relentless pursuit of innovation to master challenges in logistics and operations management while meeting the high quality standards of EDEKA Nordbayern-Sachsen-Thüringen.
Are you facing a similar challenge in your operation? Do you have a development project that requires a tailored solution? Let us work together and develop innovative solutions that meet your specific requirements. Contact us and let us shape the future of your operation together. At PixelEdge we are ready to make your challenges our own.
The PixelEdge System at a Glance
Edge.Scangate is a camera-based solution for the automatic capture and counting of returnables. When stationary, the AI-powered image processing recognizes different container types – 18 crate types are reliably distinguished – and counts them with nearly 100% accuracy. No manual counting, no media breaks. The system forms the basis for digital returnables management.
Edge.Trace complements the system as a central platform for returnables management: All captured counting data is stored, visualized, and analyzed. Via the web HMI, responsible parties have access to inventory, movement data, and statistics from anywhere. This creates complete traceability for compliance, quality assurance, and efficient process control.
EDEKAFrom our perspective, the greatest advantage is that mixed roll containers and pallets can be counted within the shortest time, allowing us to significantly relieve our staff
Detail View of Edge.Scangate
Hardware and software platform for capturing returnable folding crates
- ✔Camera: Captures image data for subsequent evaluation and analysis
- ✔Area lighting: Ensures optimal illumination of the containers to be captured
- ✔Industrial PC: Evaluation unit and core of the software solution
- ✔Nearly 100% recognition accuracy through the use of artificial intelligence
- ✔Recognition of 18 different crate types
Edge.Trace – Track and Trace Solution for Complete Traceability
- ✔Real-time track and trace for load carriers and returnable packaging across the entire supply chain
- ✔Web HMI with flexible access to inventory and movement data from anywhere
- ✔Complete traceability for compliance and quality assurance in logistics
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