Logistics: RFID Reduces Error Quota by 99 Percent

Building materials supplier Ahlsell drastically reduces delivery errors and increases sustainability in the supply chain with a powerful RFID complete solution

With an extensive delivery network spanning more than 250 locations in six countries, Swedish installation and electrical equipment supplier Ahlsell faces the challenge of optimizing the smooth return and location tracking of thousands of returnable containers. Previously, delivery errors made it difficult for logistics to run smoothly and also led to difficulties in processing invoices. A reliable solution was sought to eliminate these bottlenecks and increase efficiency.

Your Benefits

Automated shipment tracking
Increased productivity through improved efficiency
Always up-to-date and complete inventory

RFID ensures delivery accuracy at the Ahlsell distribution center in Sweden
RFID gates identify returnable containers passing through
The RFID solution enables an 99.1 percent reduction in delivery errors

Individual tracking

Turck Vilant Systems implements an innovative complete RFID solution to increase the control and efficiency of logistics processes. All returnable containers are each fitted with a robust UHF RFID tag. Each of these tags is equipped with a Global Returnable Asset Identifier (GRAI), a GS1 standard that enables the unique identification of each returnable container, ensuring accurate traceability at an individual level.

Automatic control at the RFID gate

RFID readers and antennas are installed at the loading ramps. These RFID gates identify the tags of the returnable containers passing through them using the Turck Vilant RFID server, the heart of the RFID platform. This enables automatic loading control, which identifies all returnable containers shipped and their intended locations. If the wrong returnable container passes through the RFID gate, the system triggers an alarm to prevent delivery errors and avoid additional costs. Displays at the gates show truck drivers the planned loading time window based on an automated schedule.

Significant error reduction

The RFID solution from Turck Vilant Systems enables an impressive 99.1 percent reduction in delivery errors. Precise location tracking and automated control during loading ensure smoother processes and less inconvenience for customers.

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