VETTER Industrie GmbH

Forklift forks with integrated camera and laser technology

SmartFork® - Fork assistance systems for greater safety in logistics

The VETTER SmartFork® is an intelligent fork attachment for forklifts featuring integrated camera and laser technology. It takes safety, visibility, and precision to a whole new level during forklift operations. These modern assistance systems provide optimal visibility while drivin, even with a load, precise pallet insertion, and reliable load detection. This reduces accidents, minimizes transport damage and boosts efficiency in intralogistics.
Whether in traditional warehouse environments or in conjunction with automated guided vehicles (AGVs): SmartFork® supports forklift operators and automated vehicles in safe and efficient logistics processes. The intelligent sensor technology in the fork is robust, industrial-grade, and ready for the demands of Logistics 4.0.

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7 good reasons to use SmartFork® in logistics 4.0

  1. Improve visibility: Even with loaded cargo
  2. Higher level of safety: For staff and goods
  3. Reduce damages: Through improved visibility and intelligent sensor technology
  4. Reduce costs: Through less damage to goods and packaging
  5. Better ergonomics: Full visibility without uncomfortable rotation of the head and the upper body
  6. Save time: Through safe navigation when transporting goods and faster workflows
  7. Easy handling: Intelligent sensors integrated in the forks make your work easier

The ultimate goal is to make the logistics of the future safer.

SmartFork Sicherheit

34,900 fork truck accidents anually

Accidents are a sad but constant reality. In 2019 alone there were 34,900 notifiable accidents, 85 of which were fatal. Not to mention numerous minor collisions which cause disruptions and high internal expenditures.

$ 188,000 average costs for serious accidents.

Most frequent cause of accidents is human failure, as the forklift driver literally operates “flying blind”. SmartFork® support the driver through a better view, warning functions, improved visibility and intelligent sensors.

Source: Statistics of Occupation Health and Safety Administration and Industrial Truck Association, 2019

SmartFork® assictance systems at a glance

Each SmartFork® application is smart. But only together do they form an intelligent overall solution that guarantees greater safety and efficiency.

SmartFork® SideCam

SmartFork® FrontCam

SmartFork® Laser

SmartFork® AGVready

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