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Warehousing

Proximity warning for warehouses

Stop forklift and pedestrian collisions in warehouses and distribution centers, with detection that works through racking and around blind corners.

Forklift in a warehouse aisle with a proximity detection zone around it
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Forklift and warehouse worker in an aisle with detection zones shown

Narrow aisles, high racking that blocks sight lines, fast-paced pick-and-pack operations and mixed pedestrian and vehicle traffic create collision risks that mirrors, beacons and floor markings alone cannot remove.

SensorZone creates a configurable detection zone around each forklift. RFID detection works through racking, pallets and other obstructions, alerting the operator and the worker at the same time.

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2 m
Minimum detection zone for tight aisles
1 hr
Typical install time per forklift
360°
Detection around every forklift
3+ yrs
Tag battery life, no charging
Solutions

Solutions for warehousing

Choose the right level of protection for your fleet, or let us manage it for you.

Proximity Warning Core tag-based system
Tag-based detection

Proximity Warning Core

RFID tags and vehicle-mounted antennas detect workers in a full 360-degree field around heavy machinery.

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Vision360 AI camera system
AI camera detection

Vision360

AI camera detection of people and vehicles, with color-coded distance alerts, live streaming and downloadable video clips.

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SensorZone Flex forklift proximity warning
Managed service

SensorZone Flex

Forklift proximity warning as a fully managed subscription, including installation, training and analytics, with no capital outlay.

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How it works

How SensorZone protects your warehouse

When a tagged worker enters a forklift's detection zone, three things happen at the same time.

Operator alert

The forklift operator receives an audible alarm and a visual warning on the in-cab display, giving them time to slow down, stop or change direction.

Worker alert

The worker's RFID tag vibrates and sounds a warning, so they are alerted even if they are distracted, wearing ear protection or facing away.

Event logged

Every proximity event is recorded and sent to the Insights Platform, where safety managers can review heat maps, spot repeat offenders and track trends.

Why SensorZone

Why warehouse operators choose SensorZone

Tight-zone detection

Configurable zones as narrow as two meters suit compact indoor environments.

Indoor reliability

No GPS dependency. RFID tag detection works reliably inside any building.

Forklift retrofit

Installs on counterbalance trucks, reach trucks, pallet trucks and any other powered industrial truck.

Insights Platform

Turn warehouse safety data into action

Every proximity event in your warehouse is logged to the SensorZone Insights Platform, helping you prevent incidents and show continuous improvement to auditors and stakeholders.

Insights Platform heat map of near-miss events

Warehouse heat maps

See where near misses concentrate across your facility, including high-risk intersections, pinch points near loading bays and blind spots created by racking.

Insights Platform trend chart

Shift change analytics

See whether risk patterns differ between shifts, and target training and intervention at the times and teams that need it most.

Insights Platform event and incursion map

Geofencing alerts

Define virtual zones on your site plan and receive instant email or text alerts when a machine leaves a designated area.

Insights Platform AI summary

Audit-ready reporting

Export proximity event data, trend analysis and heat map summaries for compliance audits, insurance reviews and board-level safety reporting.

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Interested in piloting SensorZone in your warehouse or across your fleet? Fill out the short form and a member of our team will be in touch.

OfficesDublin, Ohio & Wimborne, UK
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Site risks

Warehouse risks we address

The busiest parts of a warehouse are also where people and forklifts are most likely to meet without warning.

Aisle intersections and blind corners

T-junctions and cross-aisles where people and forklifts meet without line of sight. Proximity Warning Core alerts the operator to workers approaching from any direction, even around blind corners and through racking.

Loading bay operations

Forklifts work alongside delivery drivers, truck loaders and warehouse staff. Vision360 cameras detect everyone approaching the area without the need for tags, covering visiting drivers too.

Pedestrian walkway breaches

Even well-marked walkways are crossed by forklifts or entered by distracted workers. SensorZone geofencing alerts safety managers in real time when vehicles enter pedestrian-only zones.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Can SensorZone detect people on different levels?

SensorZone RFID tags are detected in three-dimensional space around the antenna. The system is optimized for ground-level detection, and zone settings can be adjusted for multi-level environments. Our engineering team can advise on antenna placement for multi-story layouts.

Detection zones can be fine-tuned for each vehicle. In narrow-aisle warehouses, zones can be set as tight as two meters to minimize nuisance alarms while still providing critical protection.

Proximity Warning Core installs in under one hour per forklift with no structural changes to the vehicle. Most warehouse fleets can be fully equipped within days, with detection zones configured for your layout.

No. SensorZone RFID tags have a battery life of more than three years and need no charging or daily management. They are light enough to clip to hard hats, lanyards or ID holders.

The Insights Platform tracks leading indicators and safety behaviors over time, giving you a clear, data-driven measure of improvement. Many warehouse operators see a measurable reduction in proximity events within the first week. The system can also help reduce costs linked to vehicle damage, compensation claims, lost productivity and regulatory penalties.