Case Introduction: Wetech WT - MLR001 Forklift Camera Monitor System

1. Client Background

2. Challenges Faced

• Blind Spot Risks: Forklifts have significant blind spots during operation. In the large warehouse space, pedestrians might accidentally enter these blind spots, and forklift operators were often unable to detect them in a timely manner, posing a serious threat to personnel safety.
• Operational Efficiency: To avoid potential collisions, forklift operators had to drive at a very slow speed in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic, which seriously affected the overall warehousing operation efficiency, especially during peak cargo handling periods.
• Cargo Handling Accuracy: When handling goods, especially in narrow spaces or when stacking goods at height, it was difficult for operators to accurately position the forks, resulting in inefficient cargo handling and potential damage to goods.

3. Solution Implementation - Wetech WT - MLR001 System Deployment

3.1 System Components and Installation

• WT - FL001 Camera: The alloy - housed, waterproof silver camera (size: 18.43.954.15cm) was mounted on the side of the forklift forks. Its 1/3 inch color CMOS image sensor, along with a built - in 2.4GHz digital wireless transmitter, provides clear imaging. The 30 - degree viewing angle, combined with laser positioning, is crucial for precise cargo handling. For example, when stacking goods on high shelves, the camera can clearly capture the position of the shelves and goods, and the laser positioning helps the operator accurately align the forks.
• WT - FM7001 7” Monitor: Installed in the forklift cab, this monitor (size: 7 inch, aspect ratio 16:9) receives and displays real - time video from the camera. With a voltage range of 10 - 45V DC, it can adapt to the forklift's power supply. The 1024 x 600 (RGB) resolution and 450cd/m² brightness ensure that the operator can clearly see the monitoring content even in different lighting conditions in the warehouse, such as dimly lit corners or brightly lit loading areas.
• Forklift Camera Battery: The 10000mah capacity battery with 8 strong magnetics ensures continuous power supply for the camera. It can be easily attached to the forklift, and its reliable power supply guarantees that the monitoring system works stably throughout the working day.

3.2 Key Functional Advantages in Application

• Laser Positioning for Precise Cargo Handling: The laser positioning function of the WT - FL001 camera is a game - changer for ABC Warehousing. When handling goods, especially in narrow aisles or when stacking goods in multi - level storage, the green laser beam (line beam) helps the forklift operator accurately position the forks. For instance, when placing goods on a specific layer of a shelf, the laser beam can align with the shelf brackets, ensuring that the goods are placed accurately, reducing the risk of damage to goods and shelves, and improving the efficiency of cargo storage and retrieval.
• Enhanced Safety via All - round Monitoring: The camera mounted on the fork side, combined with the in - cab monitor, eliminates blind spots during forklift operation. In the ABC Warehousing environment, where pedestrians and forklifts share the space, the system allows operators to clearly see the area around the forks in real - time. For example, when reversing or turning, the operator can detect pedestrians or obstacles in time, avoiding collisions. Since the implementation of the WT - MLR001 system, the number of near - miss incidents has dropped significantly, creating a safer working environment.
• Reliable Wireless and Durable Design: The built - in 2.4GHz digital wireless transmitter of the camera ensures stable video transmission within the warehouse. Even in the presence of various metal structures and other interference sources in the warehouse, the video signal remains stable. The camera's alloy housing and waterproof design, along with its wide operating (- 20 - 70 °C, RH95% Max) and storage (- 40 - 80 °C, RH95% Max) temperature ranges, make it suitable for the sometimes harsh warehouse environment, such as areas with temperature fluctuations or occasional water spills.

4. Results and Benefits

• Improved Safety: After implementing the Wetech WT - MLR001 Forklift Camera Monitor System, ABC Warehousing has not had any forklift - pedestrian collision incidents. The system's ability to eliminate blind spots and provide real - time monitoring has significantly reduced safety risks, making employees feel more secure in their work.
• Increased Operational Efficiency: Forklift operators can now work more confidently and efficiently. The precise laser positioning has reduced the time spent on aligning forks with goods, and the elimination of blind spots has allowed for faster and safer maneuvering. During peak operation periods, the overall efficiency of forklift operations has increased by approximately 20%, enabling the warehouse to handle more cargo within the same time frame.
• Reduced Goods and Equipment Damage: The accurate cargo handling enabled by the laser positioning and the all - round monitoring to avoid collisions have reduced the damage to goods and warehouse equipment. ABC Warehousing has seen a decrease in the cost of goods damage and equipment repair, resulting in significant cost savings.