From item insight to sorter control with IAS Evo

 

Hall 1, Stand 1K07

At LogiMAT 2026, EAE Solutions will showcase the IAS EVO, the latest evolution of its Item Analysis System (IAS). Building on the proven foundation of the earlier IAS generation, the IAS EVO introduces significant performance and processing upgrades that support higher throughput, improved detection accuracy and deeper operational insight for modern sortation systems.

The IAS EVO is a real-time 3D vision and analysis system designed for conveyor and sorter environments. By combining RGB imaging with depth sensing based on infrared projection and triangulation, the system generates accurate 3D representations of items in motion. This allows reliable analysis of parcels with varying shapes, surfaces and orientations, even at high conveyor speeds.

Key technical advantages of the IAS EVO

The most important enhancement of the IAS EVO lies in its processing architecture. Equipped with a quad-core ARM processor and significantly increased memory capacity, the system can process more than three times the number of image captures per item compared to previous versions. By combining multiple captures taken at different moments, the system improves the stability and accuracy of depth reconstruction and object recognition.

Key technical improvements include:

• Higher processing speed enabling real-time analysis at increased throughput
• Multi-capture image processing for improved accuracy and reliability
• Enhanced memory capacity supporting advanced analytics and multitasking
• Robust 3D reconstruction with reduced sensitivity to noise and perspective effects

These improvements provide more consistent and repeatable measurement data, which is essential for high-volume sortation operations.

Impact on the sortation process

Within the sortation process, the IAS EVO provides detailed and actionable information about each individual item. The system determines item dimensions, position and orientation relative to the carrier, including rotation. This data can be used by the control system to optimize sorter utilization and reduce the risk of miss-sorts or mechanical interference.

Advanced detection functionalities support stable sorter operation, including:

• Detection of items next to each other, stacked or overlapping
• Identification of overhangs, bad loads and items positioned between carriers
• Oversize detection based on configurable dimensional limits
• Contour analysis for improved classification and conveyability decisions

By identifying critical situations early in the process, items can be diverted to exception flows before they cause downstream disruptions or unplanned sorter stops.

From real-time control to process insight

Beyond real-time control, the IAS EVO also supports continuous process improvement. Image data and analytical results can be stored and reviewed via the web-based HMI or integrated dashboards. This enables operators and maintenance teams to:

• Analyse historical production runs
• Investigate recurring errors or irregular item behaviour
• Identify trends such as suspicious carriers or inconsistent loads

The availability of visual and statistical data supports faster root-cause analysis and more targeted maintenance actions.

The IAS EVO is designed for straightforward integration into existing control architectures and can interface with warehouse control and supervisory systems. Its modular setup allows customers to select the level of functionality that best fits their operation.

Visitors to LogiMAT 2026 are invited to meet EAE Solutions (Hall 1 / 1K07) and learn how the IAS EVO contributes to more stable, transparent and efficient sortation processes.