How a Logistics Company Improved Hands-Free Scanning During Long Overnight Shifts

客户背景

Yilufa Logistics is a logistics company in Shanxi, China, providing freight handling and distribution services.

At one of its logistics stations, truck unloading operations usually start in the afternoon and continue until early morning. During unloading, workers need to continuously scan packages and freight labels while handling goods.

对于这种工作流程，条形码扫描器需要轻便、稳定且足够可靠，能够胜任长时间的工作。

The Challenge: Reliable Scanning During Long Working Hours

Before adopting the EFFON T3 Ring Scanner, the customer had tested wearable scanners from different suppliers.

However, they experienced several challenges during daily operations:

1. Bluetooth Connection Stability

During long scanning sessions, some wearable scanners experienced Bluetooth disconnection issues.

When a scanner loses connection, workers need to stop their work, reconnect the device, and confirm data transmission. For high-frequency logistics operations, even small interruptions can affect the workflow.

2. Battery Runtime

The unloading operation usually lasts around 11–12 hours.

The customer needed a wearable barcode scanner that could support a long shift without frequent charging or battery replacement during operation.

3. Long-Term Product Support

The customer had previously purchased products from suppliers that later reduced support or discontinued models.

For the maintenance team, product availability and after-sales support were important factors when selecting a new scanner.

Solution: EFFON T3 Ring Scanner

Based on the customer’s working environment and requirements, EFFON recommended the T3 Bluetooth Ring Scanner.

The T3 is designed for hands-free scanning applications where workers need to scan while keeping both hands available for handling goods.

Key features include:

• Lightweight ring design (approximately 26g)
• Bluetooth HID / SPP / BLE communication modes
• IP65 protection
• Support for warehouse, logistics, inventory, and retail applications

The ring-wearing design allows operators to scan barcodes without holding a traditional handheld scanner, making it suitable for continuous scanning workflows.

Field Testing Before Deployment

Before purchasing in larger quantities, Yilufa Logistics tested the T3 scanner in its actual unloading environment.

The customer evaluated:

• Bluetooth connection stability
• Scanning performance
• Battery endurance
• Comfort during long shifts
• Compatibility with existing systems

Testing the scanner in the real working environment helped the customer confirm whether the device could meet daily operational requirements.

After the trial period, the customer continued using the T3 and placed repeat orders.

Results After Long-Term Use

After approximately two to three years of operation, the T3 Ring Scanner continues to be used in the customer’s logistics workflow.

The customer has also recommended the product to other companies in its network.

This case demonstrates an important point for logistics companies:

Choosing a wearable barcode scanner is not only about the initial purchase price. Long-term reliability, product availability, and technical support are also important considerations.

Why Choose a Ring Scanner for Logistics Operations?

Traditional handheld scanners require workers to hold the device during scanning.

For logistics operations such as:

• truck unloading
• parcel sorting
• warehouse picking
• inventory counting

a wearable ring scanner allows workers to scan while keeping their hands free for handling goods.

When selecting a wearable barcode scanner, companies should evaluate:

Connection Reliability

Test the scanner with the actual host device and software environment.

Battery Performance

Evaluate runtime based on real scanning frequency and working hours.

Comfort

Workers may wear the device for several hours, so weight and ergonomics are important.

Long-Term Support

Consider spare parts, firmware support, warranty, and product lifecycle.

About EFFON T3 Ring Scanner

The EFFON T3 is a Bluetooth 2D ring barcode scanner designed for hands-free scanning applications.

It supports:

• Android
• iOS
• Windows devices

and is suitable for:

• Logistics
• Warehousing
• E-commerce fulfillment
• Inventory management
• Manufacturing

Request a Sample Test

Every warehouse and logistics workflow is different.

Before large-scale deployment, companies can test the T3 Ring Scanner with their own:

• Barcode types
• Host devices
• Software systems
• Working environment

Contact EFFON to arrange a sample evaluation for your application.