Container weighing is a critical checkpoint in port operations, directly impacting vessel safety and regulatory compliance. SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations require verified gross mass for every container before loading.
GOTEC's automated container weighing system revolutionizes this process. Using a combination of weighbridge sensors, OCR-based container ID recognition, and intelligent comparison algorithms, the system can process over 50,000 containers with minimal human intervention.
How It Works
The system captures container ID information through high-resolution cameras, automatically retrieves declared weight data from terminal operating systems, and compares it against actual weighbridge readings. Discrepancies are flagged immediately, allowing operators to resolve issues before containers reach the vessel.
This automation has saved an estimated 6,250 hours of manual weighing time at early adopter terminals, while also improving accuracy and reducing the risk of misdeclared weights.