4. TW hardware's Distinctive features

Technological Innovation.
The "Reduced Wiring System", based on "Twin Wires" technology, permits the transmission of information and power to a system composed of "Light Modules" or "DPD's" (Digital Picking Displays), using only 2 wires.

System of conduits without wires.
The conduits, which are a support to house the Light Modules, supplied by only 2 wires, need no wiring and transmit data and power at low voltage by means, quite simply, of two metal rails located inside them. As a result of this, the Light Modules can slide and move comfortably along the conduit, whilst it is possible to install them or take them from their position at any moment, even whilst communication is occurring.

More economic installation, thanks to a drastic reduction in installation time. The fact that wiring is reduced to 2 wires and the system of transmission by rail along the conduit, enormously simplify the installation and setup process. The bipolar nature of the Light Modules makes an extra contribution to simplifying use.

Flexible Installation.
This very simplicity lends it great flexibility in all kinds of installation situations, for when systems need to be extended or modified and, also, in already existing installations.

High versatility of the TW system.
It can cope with the most diverse conditions, both with regard to the dimensions of the place it must be sited and where working environments and atmospheres are concerned: low temperatures, condensation, places where it may be subject to knocks, dirt, limited spaces or heights.

High Fidelity.
Due to the high performance capacity of the TW system, it requires practically no maintenance.

Interactive communication of the TW system with any WMS Software.
It is endowed with very flexible link protocol, compatible with any kind of software, facilitating a high level of customisation in the design of operational solutions. Each Light Module can be controlled independently and individually via Software, without there being interconnection by cable or connectors between the different DPDs.

The WMS interacts constantly with the operator by means of the Light Modules and other components that can be added to the system, sending out instructions and receiving information on the state of operations being executed (operation completed, breakage of stock, incomplete picking, etc.).
It provides a wide range of operational possibilities to respond to the infinite functional modes applicable using any Warehouse Management Software.

The TW system comfortably admits the integration of other hardware components (conveyor control, bascules, bar-code readers, signal lights, batch displays,...)

DPDs with intuitive instructions, easy to see and hear.
This is a very simple method of working that requires no personnel training. Light Modules are very visible, incorporating very luminous LEDs in various colours (frequency of flashing can be configured) that can be set so as to be seen from any distance, likewise offering the possibility of setting sound emission at different intensities. There is a wide assortment of models that adjust to a whole range of personalised solutions.

Incorporated memory.
Light Modules have a nonvalatile memory incorporated which makes it possible to store information concerning their location, whereby any Light Module can have a location assigned or changed instantaneously from its actual physical site in the store.

Alternative confirmation.
Each Light Module has a luminous pushbutton which is used to confirm that a task has been executed. Similarly, they are equipped with auxiliary ways of solving situations in which it is not possible to activate the confirmation button: either via an attached sensor for the detection of movement, or through confirmation by means of a cord, a bar or pressure.

The conduits can be adapted to different angles of inclination for better visibility and accessibility. They are available in plastic and metal.

Complements. The product catalogue incorporates a complete range of additional components for light modules: batch displays, signal lights, I/O interfaces, bar-code reader interfaces and so on.

Visible results in terms of speed, efficiency and productivity. "Systems that double operational efficiency and provide 10 times greater performance precision."



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