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.
