Why Gro-Bark Invested in a Truckload Scanning System
Gro-Bark, a leading supplier of sustainably sourced bulk soils and mulches, has strengthened its operational accuracy by investing in a truckload scanning system. The company recently acquired three block-mounted Load Volume Scanner (LVS) systems for their Bancroft and Georgetown, Toronto sites.
This investment ensures precise tracking of inbound and outbound materials, supporting accurate invoicing and inventory management. With materials arriving from more than 25 supplier sites and hundreds of thousands of cubic yards shipped annually, Gro-Bark needed a reliable way to measure both incoming and outgoing loads.
How the Truckload Scanning System Works
The LVS system combines laser scanning and radio-frequency identification (RFID) technologies to create detailed 3D models of truck and trailer bins. These models provide exact volumetric measurements of soil, mulch, and other bulk materials.
Gro-Bark also uses the MyScanner remote access service, which allows staff to view real-time scan data from anywhere in the world. The MyScanner API integrates the data directly into Gro-Bark’s management software, automating invoice generation and reducing manual data entry.
Benefits of Using a Truckload Scanning System
The adoption of a truckload scanning system has provided multiple benefits:
Accurate volumetric load measurement for outgoing shipments, ensuring customers receive exactly what they ordered.
Insights into material settlement for incoming loads, identifying the best value for each delivery.
Operational efficiency through automated data collection and integration into existing software systems.
Versatility Across Truck Types and Materials
Loadscan LVS devices are versatile, supporting a wide range of vehicles and materials:
On-road trucks and semi-trailers
Centre-dumpers and off-road articulated dumpers
Quarry trucks and bulk material handling applications
This flexibility ensures that Gro-Bark can measure nearly any truck or trailer, regardless of design or cargo type.
Real Feedback from Gro-Bark
Loadscan Ltd Director Carey West reported strong satisfaction with the system, and Bill McKague, Gro-Bark Manager, highlighted its reliability:
“First and foremost, we are very happy that the scanners have worked flawlessly from day one. Buying equipment internationally always carries some risk regarding reliability and service, but we have been 100% satisfied on both counts.”
Why Your Bulk Facility Needs a Truckload Scanning System
For bulk material facilities, a truckload scanning system delivers unparalleled accuracy, efficiency, and reliability. Companies looking to optimize volumetric load measurement, improve invoicing accuracy, and gain insights into material settlement should consider Loadscan solutions.
Contact the Loadscan team today to explore how a truckload scanning system can transform your operations.
