Introduction: Pioneering Precision in Logistics

From its headquarters in Houston, Texas, Cargo Spectre is a technology company specializing in the development and manufacturing of volumetric dimensioners. The company aims to revolutionize the logistics industry by providing accurate, efficient, and reliable dimensioning solutions that streamline operations and optimize resource utilization for carriers and shippers worldwide.

The company’s flagship product, the Pallet Dimensioner, uses advanced Orbecc depth sensors to record every physical detail of palletized freight in seconds. Cargo Spectre’s innovative software then delivers the NTEP-certified weights and measures to the client’s ERP or database of choice, empowering businesses with the tools they need to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and deliver exceptional service to their customers.

The Challenges: Inaccuracies and Inefficiencies

Carriers and shippers encounter numerous challenges that can impact their operational efficiency and bottom line. One significant challenge revolves around accurately measuring and pricing shipments based on their volumetric dimensions. Traditional methods of dimensioning often involve recording measurements manually or by using outdated equipment, leading to inaccuracies, inefficiencies, and disputes between carriers and shippers.

Manual dimensioning processes are not only time-consuming but also prone to human error, resulting in discrepancies in billing and potentially leading to financial losses for both parties. Moreover, the increasing prevalence of e-commerce and the rise of irregularly shaped packages further exacerbate the challenge of accurately determining shipment dimensions.

In addition to measurement challenges, carriers and shippers also face pressure to optimize space utilization within their warehouses and vehicles. Inefficient use of space can lead to higher shipping costs, increased fuel consumption, and reduced overall profitability. Without accurate and timely dimensioning data, logistics businesses struggle to maximize their storage capacity and transportation efficiency, limiting their ability to compete effectively in the market.

New Solution: Measuring Up to 300 Pieces per Hour

Cargo Spectre directly addresses these challenges with its volumetric dimensioners, powered by Orbbec’s Femto Mega. This technology enables the dimensioner to capture detailed 3D images of freight in seconds, processing up to 300 items per hour.

These tools have been pivotal in making dimensioning technology a level playing field for smaller businesses in the marketplace that have historically been on the receiving end of freight reclass disputes. With state-of-the-art hardware, the dimensioners can be customized to measure freight starting with 3 in. x 3 in. x 3 in. objects up to 20 ft x 20 ft x 10 ft pallets, ensuring that shipments are priced correctly and disputes are minimized. The system’s compatibility with existing warehouse and enterprise resource planning systems streamlines data capture and automates billing, enhancing both accuracy and efficiency.

Moreover, Cargo Spectre dimensioners can be seamlessly integrated with shrink-wrap machines and all commonly available weight scales. The collected data can be automatically uploaded into ERP/WMS systems, enabling real-time data capture and automated billing processes. By eliminating manual measurement errors and streamlining workflow efficiency, the dimensioners empower carriers and shippers to reduce costs, improve billing accuracy, and enhance customer satisfaction. Thanks to these state-of-the-art analytics tools, Cargo Spectre customers instantly gain actionable intelligence to make data-driven decisions and drive continuous improvement across their operations using any device at their fingertips.

Orbbec Femto Mega: The Key to the Solution

At the heart of Cargo Spectre’s innovation are the Orbecc depth sensors used in all its dimensioners. Orbbec’s Femto Mega cameras, crucial for Cargo Spectre’s improved measurement accuracy and operational efficiency, offer:

High-Resolution Depth Sensing: Uses Microsoft’s industry proven Time-of-Flight (ToF) technology for detailed 3D imaging.

Onboard NVIDIA Depth Engine: The Femto Mega features an onboard NVIDIA Jetson platform depth engine, significantly reducing the computational load on the host system.

Versatile Lighting Performance: Reliable accuracy across different lighting conditions.

Orbbec's Femto Mega ToF Camera

Benefits

• Improved accuracy and consistency on volume dimensioning
• Increased efficiency and reduction in errors
• Cost savings in terms of space and material utilization and shipping costs

As Cargo Spectre continues to leverage Orbbec’s 3D vision technology, it sets a new standard for operational excellence in logistics, paving the way for future advancements in the industry.