Does vMeasure dimension non-cubic products?
Yes. vMeasure dimensioners can measure non-cubic and irregular shapes for both parcels and palletized freight, as long as the item is within the selected mode’s dimensioning range. Examples (parcels) Polybags, spheres, tubes, and irregular items that do not have clean rectangular edges. Examples (pallets) Irregular pallet loads or freight with uneven outlines can still be […]
Can vMeasure capture both weight and dimensions for items?
Yes. vMeasure can capture dimensions, and it can also capture weight when the station is connected to a weighing scale. Dimensions: vMeasure Parcel Ultima captures dimensions for parcels, cases, and also small SKUs (including irregular items) using Small SKU mode with Envelope mode enabled. Weight: If your workflow includes a weighing scale, vMeasure can use […]
When do I need to redo a dimensioning scan?
Given below are some of the situations/edge cases where dimensioning scans must be redone: If the object is completely irregular with numerous protrusions overlapping each other, there may be some angles in which, due to the occlusion effect, the item to be dimensioned may not be completely visible to the dimensioner. Objects include orchids, vehicle […]
How can I trigger a dimensioning in vMeasure?
There are four ways in which vMeasure can be commanded to dimension, i.e., can act as a trigger: Within the vMeasure Touchscreen: The warehouse associate can trigger a dimensional scan by clicking on the button “measure” within the touchscreen attached to the vMeasure Parcel Ultima. From a barcode scan: The barcode scan trigger is used […]
Can vMeasure handle any color package material?
Yes. vMeasure can dimension packages in most colors. The main exception is extremely dark, deep black materials, where the system may not be able to separate the package edges from the background reliably.While normal black, which is used in 99.99% of packaging can be dimensioned there are some extremely dark shades of black that cannot […]
Does the package require special alignment?
No. vMeasure does not require special alignment to a corner or a fixed reference point. Unlike laser-based static dimensioning systems that depend on corner placement and manual marking, vMeasure uses computer vision to detect the package automatically.As long as the parcel is placed within vMeasure’s field of view, the system captures the dimensions in about […]
Are there limitations on items vMeasure can dimension?
If an item is within the selected mode’s dimensioning range, vMeasure can dimension most parcels. There are a few material and shape cases where computer-vision scanning becomes unreliable. Items vMeasure cannot reliably dimension Transparent items such as clear boxes. Highly reflective items (mirror-like surfaces can confuse edge detection). Very dark, pitch-black items where the outline […]
Does vMeasure work on reflective flat surfaces?
vMeasure Parcel Ultima can work on reflective flat surfaces, but it’s not recommended for production workflows because reflective surfaces can cause a high rate of false positives and failed scans, which hurts scan consistency and throughput. Why reflective surfaces create problems? Reflections can confuse edge detection, so the system may detect “extra” edges or miss […]
Does vMeasure work on uneven surfaces like rollers, bumps etc.?
Yes, vMeasure can work on uneven surfaces, including roller-top stations and other non-flat support surfaces. However, the measurement range and accuracy can change depending on the surface geometry. Roller surfaces (common case) vMeasure can dimension items on roller tops, but roller diameter and gap distance between rollers affect the dimensioning specs for your setup. What […]
Does vMeasure work on non-reflective flat surfaces?
Yes. vMeasure is designed to measure items placed on a stable, non-reflective flat surface such as a packing table, workstation top, or a typical warehouse floor. When it works best? Matte or textured surfaces (laminate tables, rubber mats, normal concrete). Even lighting with a clear outline between the item and the surface. What can still […]