Written summary and frequently asked questions

Intro 

Orkel’s BaleID system automatically applies unique, scannable tags to each wrapped bale, linking them to an online database. The tags, read via a mobile app, provide information like baling date, location, content, and potentially weight and nutrient analysis if compatible systems are installed. This automated identification enhances traceability, quality assurance, and brand building by allowing users to verify bale origin and characteristics. Unlike manual printing systems, BaleID offers automatic application and relies on a unique ID to access comprehensive bale information stored in the cloud. This system requires our patented labeling machine and a telematics subscription. 

Frequently Asked Questions about the Orkel BaleID System 

1. What is the Orkel BaleID system, and how does it work?

The Orkel BaleID system is an automatic bale labeling and identification system designed to provide traceability and quality assurance for baled materials. It uses a patented labeling machine to automatically apply a tag with a unique identification number to each bale during the wrapping process. This system uses compressed air to hold and apply the tag to the bale automatically. The information linked to that ID number, such as origin, content, and other relevant data, can then be accessed via a mobile app by scanning the QR code on the tag. 

2. What information can be tracked and stored using the BaleID system?

The BaleID system allows for a wide range of information to be tracked and stored for each bale. Standard information includes the time and location of baling, as well as film usage. Additional information from the producer, entered via the Compactor display or the online portal, can include material type, customer name, field of origin, recipe details, and batch numbers. With optional Compactor add-ons like weighing system and NIR systems you can get data on weight, density, dry matter, protein, starch, and other composition analyses. Because the data is in the cloud and not on the tag, information and data can be added after baling as well. That can for example be used to add results from an analysis that takes some time to process. 

3. How is the BaleID system different from a standard printer on a Compactor?

The key difference lies in automation and data linking. A standard printer on a Compactor prints labels with weight and date information, which must be manually applied to the bales. The BaleID system automatically applies a unique tag to each bale, linking it to a comprehensive online database of information. This eliminates manual labeling and provides more detailed and accessible data via the mobile app. 

4. What are the benefits of using the BaleID system for traceability and quality assurance?

The BaleID system provides enhanced traceability, allowing buyers to know the origin and content of the bales they are purchasing. This reduces risk and ensures product quality. It can be used to prevent issues like the illegal import of forage from restricted countries. It also demonstrates the seller’s responsibility and commitment to quality.  

5. What components are required to implement the Orkel BaleID system?

To implement the Orkel BaleID system, you need the BaleID labeling machine, a telematics subscription for data connectivity, and rolls of BaleID tags. These tags come in rolls with a 1000 tags on each roll. The price varies depending on quantity and customization. Additional systems, like the weighing system or NIR-system can be added to expand functionality. 

6. How can the BaleID system be used for branding and marketing?

The BaleID tags can be customized with your company logo, providing a branding opportunity. It could be relevant for all businesses involved in baling, such as waste handling companies and forage producers. When the users opens the bales and experience the bale density and content quality they will see the logo and associate the quality with the brand. This helps to reinforce brand recognition and build trust with customers by demonstrating a commitment to quality and transparency.  

7. How is the data accessed after a bale has been tagged with the BaleID system?

Data is accessed by scanning the QR code on the BaleID tag using the free BaleID mobile app, available for both iOS and Android devices. This allows users to quickly access all the information stored in the online cloud database associated with that unique bale ID number. 

8. How does the BaleID system contribute to building a trusted brand in industries like forage production or waste handling?

By providing verifiable information about the origin, content, and quality of each bale, the BaleID system helps establish a reputation for delivering consistent and reliable products. This transparency builds trust with customers, strengthening brand loyalty and differentiating the company from competitors.