Glossar

In-motion measurement refers to the automatic collection of measurement data from packages or loading units while they are in motion. It enables simultaneous measurement, weighing, and identification without interrupting the flow of materials.

In intralogistics, in-motion measurement is primarily used in DWS systems that capture dimensions, weight, and identification data in a single pass. Modern sensor technology and intelligent evaluation methods ensure precise measurement results even at high conveyor speeds. This increases throughput, data quality, and process efficiency while reducing manual intervention to a minimum.

Practical example:

On a parcel conveyor system, shipments are automatically measured, weighed, and identified via barcode while in continuous motion, without the need to halt the conveying process.

See also: 3D sensors, Conveyor speed, Dimension measurement, DWS, Dynamic measurement, Master data capture, Sensor technology, Weight measurement