In modern industrial and mining environments, precise material management plays a key role in ensuring efficiency and cost control. Traditional stockpile measurement methods—such as manual surveying—are often time-consuming and prone to errors. This is where LiDAR stockpile measurement becomes a powerful technological advancement, enabling accurate and real-time volume calculation for bulk materials stored in open areas.
How Lidar Stockpile Measurement Works
By emitting laser pulses and measuring the reflected signals, LiDAR technology creates a high-resolution 3D model of the stockpile surface. These measurements allow operators to calculate exact material volumes without physically accessing hazardous areas. The data can be processed automatically, providing reliable and repeatable results that improve overall operational efficiency.
Benewake, a global provider of LiDAR products and solutions, has developed compact and highly precise sensors that are suitable for fixed installations in industrial applications. Their solutions are widely used in volume detection, stockpile monitoring, and material flow management.
Advantages of Benewake’s Industrial Lidar Solutions
Compared to traditional methods, Benewake sensors offer high accuracy, durability, and easy integration into automated systems. Their LiDAR Volume Detection System features a 120°×120° wide field of view and generates dense point clouds for precise volume measurement of materials, coal piles, and grain silos. Integrating TF series LiDARs with ranges up to 180 meters, the system supports real-time 3D reconstruction and inventory monitoring. Key functions include self-cleaning to maintain measurement accuracy, multi-line scanning with adjustable angles and speeds, wireless transmission for remote monitoring, external trigger scanning, and step grid scanning for high-resolution 3D maps. Certified for Class 1 laser safety and vibration resistance, this system reduces manual labor, enhances safety, and provides reliable data for industrial operations.
Conclusion
As industries continue to adopt smarter technologies, Benewake stands out as a trusted name in the LiDAR field, offering advanced solutions for fixed installation applications like volume detection and LiDAR stockpile measurement. Their continuous innovation supports efficient, data-driven decision-making in mining, construction, and logistics operations worldwide.
