Digital volume monitoring of bulk materials based on 3D LiDAR technology
Accurate volume measurement is considered a key component of material inventory tracking and material management. However, inventory monitoring in powder and bulk storage facilities is a challenge for many industries, as existing mechanical systems or manual estimates do not provide the required accuracy.
Blickfeld’s 3D LiDAR technology and complementary software enables efficient digital inventory management across multiple locations through accurate and reliable real-time data to continuously support demand, production and distribution planning.
Features
- Accurate & precise volume monitoring based on 3D LiDAR technology
- Continuous & digital monitoring of volume data in real-time
- Easy to scale, multi-sensor setups for large area coverage
- Remote data access via PC, laptop, tablet or mobile
- Data visualization via online dashboard
- ERP integration possible
Solution Architecture
3D LiDAR Sensor
Blickfeld’s high-resolution 3D-LiDAR sensors continuously collect data and produce point clouds that map the sensor environment in 3D.
- Qb2 features rugged IP67 ingress protection
- High point cloud density ensures accurate measurements, even in dusty environments
- On-device WiFi eliminates the need for extra network cabling and simplifies installation
On-Device Software
The associated software analyzes this data on-device and outputs exact volume information on-demand.
- Set up of volume zones via drag & drop
- Data from multiple Blickfeld LiDAR sensors can be easily merged
- On-demand, real-time volume data
Blickfeld Dashboard
Blickfeld offers a customized dashboard that displays volume data in a user-friendly way. This data can be accessed anytime, anywhere, and from any device.
- On-demand, real-time volume data
- Monitor multiple bunkers and production sites simultaneously
- Live and historical volume data overview
- Alarm generation
Key Specifications
Technical data Qb2 | |
|---|---|
Field of view (H x V)* | 90° x 50° |
Typ. application range | 1-100 m |
Frame rate | 1 – 50 Hz depending on configured scan pattern |
Laser class | Class 1, eye-safe (IEC 60825-1:2014) |
Ingress protection | IP67 |
Dimensions (H x W x D)** | ca. 75 mm x 111 mm x 83 mm |
Weight** | ca. 535 g |
Voltage input | Power over Ethernet (PoE); IEEE 802.3at Type 1 |
Power consumption | Typ. 10 W; max. 13 W |
** Without cables or antenna attached
On-device Software | |
|---|---|
Output interfaces* | JSON or Protobuf format over MQTT |
Integrated web interfaces | Interactive 3D LiDAR point cloud visualization; Device configuration / setup; Volume zone placement and configuration; Interface / output specification |
Data output** | Volume data in cubic meters (m³, two decimal places) |
** Blickfeld offers data output customization including e.g., a dashboard, data pipeline integration, and data analytics.
Specifications are subject to change without notice
Solution Details
Qb2
Detachable WiFi antenna
Safety & Compliance manual
Service & Support
Consulting
Blickfeld’s solutions extend beyond LiDAR sensors and software. Our consulting services are tailored to help our customers optimize their technology investment. We provide feasibility studies that consider factors such as environmental conditions and mounting possibilities. Our team of experts designs the optimal sensor layout to ensure maximum coverage and accuracy. We offer data architecture concepts and guidance on data provisioning to streamline your workflows. And, we provide remote maintenance support to minimize downtime and keep our customer’s solutions running smoothly.
Customer support
At Blickfeld, we take customer support seriously. We offer a range of support services to ensure that our customers get the most out of their Blickfeld solutions. Our remote installation and commissioning support ensures the solution is up and running quickly, while our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level customer service provides prompt and effective support for any issues or questions. We also offer site visits to provide hands-on assistance.
Our support team is available during German working days and hours, from 9 am to 5 pm CET, to provide the help our customers need, when they need it.
Trials & Pilots
At Blickfeld, we understand that trying new technology can be intimidating. That’s why we offer trials and pilots to help our customers evaluate our solutions and ensure that they meet all needs. Our team will help with designing a trial or pilot program that suits our customers’ specific use case.
More about Volume Monitoring
You would like to learn more about LiDAR-based Volume Monitoring and its possible applications? Contact us! Together we will find the right sensor solution for your application.
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