AI4Pallets
Ai4Pallets: the AI-driven system for intelligent pallet management
1. System description
Ai4Pallets, developed by Pallet Sorting Systems (PSS) in cooperation with Fizyr, is an AI-driven pallet recognition and sorting system that combines inspection, classification, and process automation.
Using deep learning technology, Ai4Pallets identifies and processes pallets based on dozens of physical characteristics — even when they have been repaired by different companies using various materials.
2. Recognition of more than 500 pallet types
Ai4Pallets can currently recognize, classify, and group over 500 different pallet types.
The database includes both standard pallets and repaired variants with modified constructions.
The system classifies pallets according to measurable characteristics such as:
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Dimensions: length, width, and height
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Pallet design: open or perimeter-based
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Wings: present or absent
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Deck configuration: lengthwise or crosswise and deck density
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Payload: permitted load capacity
Based on these parameters, Ai4Pallets automatically groups pallets and routes them to the correct sorting, repair, or production process.
3. Application in the Robotic Pallet Saw System
Beyond sorting, Ai4Pallets is also integrated into the Robotic Pallet Saw System.
Here, the AI plays an active role in automatic pallet dismantling:
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Ai4Pallets measures the exact pallet dimensions in real time.
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The system detects deck orientation and positions the pallet correctly for robotic handling.
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Based on the detected data, it automatically selects the correct sawing program.
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During operation, Ai4Pallets adjusts saw heights dynamically to ensure precise cutting, regardless of pallet height or structure.
This integration allows the robotic saw to process mixed pallets automatically, without manual setup or program changes.
4. Use in pallet repair and production
In pallet repair, Ai4Pallets identifies pallets that require repair and sends them directly to the appropriate repair station.
In pallet production, it verifies the dimensions and deck configuration of each new pallet, ensuring consistent quality and standardized output.
5. Key benefits of Ai4Pallets
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Automated pallet management: inspection, sorting, and grouping with minimal human input.
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AI-based recognition: classifies even repaired pallets with varying materials and constructions.
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Integration with PSS systems: compatible with pallet sorting lines, pallet repair lines, and the Robotic Pallet Saw System.
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Efficiency and precision: reduced errors, consistent output, and optimized sorting and cutting accuracy.
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Data-driven optimization: automatic registration of sorting and inspection data via PSS Scada and PSS App.
6. Result
Ai4Pallets enables fully automated pallet recognition, sorting, grouping, and processing, regardless of pallet origin or condition.
By combining AI-based analysis with robotic control, the system enhances both sorting performance and precision dismantling within the Robotic Pallet Saw System.
Ai4Pallets is a robust, modular step toward fully automated pallet management.
Benefits for companies
With Ai4Pallets, the sorting process becomes faster, more precise, and less dependent on manual inspection.
The system processes up to 1,800 pallets per hour without human errors, resulting in:
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Accurate sorting of a wide variety of pallet types
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Consistent quality regardless of the operator or staff level
In addition, Ai4Pallets supports sustainable operations by automatically detecting and separating worn or non-reusable pallets. This prevents waste and optimizes the pallet reuse cycle within the company.
More output with Ai4Pallets
With a processing speed of up to 1,800 pallets per hour, Ai4Pallets ensures maximum efficiency in pallet handling.
Operators only need to remove stickers, plastic, and loose parts, while Ai4Pallets performs the automatic pallet recognition and sorting completely autonomously — precisely and consistently.
Learn more about Ai4Pallets
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