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Computer vision has seen growing interest as a solution for industrial safety, using cameras and AI to interpret surroundings. But when it comes to protecting people and preventing forklift accidents in real-time, not all systems are created equal. PathAware® provides a more reliable and cost-efficient alternative that avoids the pitfalls of vision-only systems.
The Limitations of Computer Vision for Forklift Safety
Computer vision systems depend on ideal conditions: clean lenses, adequate lighting, and consistent visibility. In real-world industrial settings, those conditions are rare. Dust, debris, low light, and blind corners can cause these systems to miss critical details.
- Lighting challenges: Warehouses aren’t always well-lit, especially in aisles and corners.
- Obstructions: Boxes, pallets, and structures may block the camera’s field of view.
- Complex setup: High-resolution cameras, server processing, and integration costs add up fast.
- Latency issues: Delays in image processing can slow reaction time – which defeats the purpose.
PathAware®: Purpose-Built for Industrial Conditions
Unlike vision systems, PathAware® uses proximity sensors designed to perform in any lighting or weather condition. It doesn’t need a clean lens or direct line of sight. It just works – day or night, indoors or out.
- No visual dependence: Detects presence using sensor data, not images.
- Consistent in dusty, dark, or crowded environments.
- Real-time alerts with no processing delay.
- Plug-and-play installation with no network-heavy infrastructure.
Cost-Effective and Scalable
Computer vision solutions often require extensive setup and ongoing maintenance. PathAware®, by contrast, is simple to deploy across fleets and easy to maintain. Its affordability also makes it ideal for facilities that want scalable forklift safety without high overhead.
Conclusion: Function Over Hype
While computer vision can be useful in some scenarios, PathAware® is tailored for one thing: forklift safety in real-world, high-risk environments. When uptime and incident reduction are your priorities, go with a solution designed for reliability, not complexity.
PathAware® provides forklift safety that performs when visibility fails. Learn how it can protect your people and boost operational efficiency.
