Tunnel Scanning in Logistics


In high-volume logistics, manual scanning processes create bottlenecks, miss defects, and produce sortation errors that lead to costly manual rework. Scan tunnels automatically capture images and scan codes as packages move at speed. They then decode, validate, and send results to warehouse and transportation systems. The outcome: faster, more accurate routing, fewer chargebacks, and consistent quality checks without adding labor.

Zebra Aurora Velocity Scan Tunnel, Oblique View

Automate scanning and inspection in one pass to cut errors, accelerate sortation, and standardize quality checks

Zebra Aurora Velocity Scan Tunnel, Straight View

Accelerate package identification and validation with scan tunnels

Aurora Velocity scan tunnel solutions automatically confirm IDs, labels, and RFID in one pass on a single, centralized controller. High-speed imaging and synchronized illumination capture 1D and 2D codes on mixed packages. Code-reading software then decodes and validates the data with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to drive routing decisions and provide an auditable trail. Machine vision tools verify the presence of HAZMAT labels and use OCR to verify that the human-readable and encoded label contents are consistent.

Configure tunnels with fixed scanners and cameras

Use Zebra Fixed Industrial Scanners to match your line speed, coverage, and budget. A modular frame supports multi-side scanning to improve read rates on irregular packages. Aurora Focus code-reading software simplifies setup, monitors device health, and enables remote updates, while optional machine vision tools, such as deep-learning-based OCR, enable verification of label contents and codes on a single device. The tunnel shares good-read and inspection results with the Warehouse Management System (WMS), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and sorters to trigger lane assignments.

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