The Volume3D volume acquisition system, consisting of an R2000 2-D LiDAR sensor, a multiscan evaluation unit (MSEU), an ENI58IL incremental rotary encoder, and all the required connection cables, is the ideal solution for measuring the volume of bulk materials or in chaotic conveyor applications.

Volume3D offers the most efficient solution on the market for this application: the minimal installation effort and fast commissioning make the sensor system a particularly economical solution for conveyor technology. The noncontact concept also contributes directly to a reduction in maintenance costs in terms of the time required for maintenance and the avoidance of unexpected downtimes. The R2000 2-D LiDAR sensor guarantees maximum precision through a very high angular resolution of 0.042° and a scan rate of up to 50 Hz. The intelligent software, which is integrated into the multiscan evaluation unit (MSEU) of the volume acquisition system, subsequently filters out invalid scan points and therefore ensures correct measurement results.

During operation, the Volume3D volume acquisition system outputs the volume in m3, the flow in m3/s, a height profile along the belt’s width, as well as the length, width, and height dimensions for separated and aligned objects. In addition, measurement filters can be created and data on the presence of dirt on the lens is received to enable timely cleaning.