Following implementation of ProGlove’s MARK 2 wearable scanner at the Ecuador subsidiary of Talma, the leading airport services company in Latin America and a member of Grupo Sandoval, improved operational efficiency and reduced worker strain and fatigue.
The wearable tech pioneer, ProGlove has improved efficiency and safety at a leading airport services operation with its MARK 2 wearable scanners. The implementation at Talma Ecuador has cut the time taken to scan luggage by 44 percent while also improving baggage handling workflows and reducing operational errors.
Operating in 50 Latin American airports across Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Mexico, Talma serves more than 345,000 flights annually and handles over 300,000 tons of air cargo. It is known for its commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency, but the Ecuador subsidiary faced challenges with scanning equipment in the labour-intensive area of luggage handling.
Talma Ecuador was looking for a solution to improve the time-consuming task of scanning each bag tag.
“We were looking for greater efficiency to allow us to streamline our processes, be more competitive in the market, and be efficient for our customers,” said Vladimir Muñoz, executive director of Talma Ecuador.
ProGlove’s MARK 2 wearable scanner met all requirements. It not only improved the time taken to physically scan the luggage, as it was faster than the previous solution, but also offered improved ergonomics. By allowing handlers to wear the scanner on their hands they can handle luggage and scan simultaneously without the need to juggle a handheld device.
Muñoz added: “The adoption of ProGlove’s wearable scanners has modernised our process.”
Previously, the reading of 100 suitcases took a minimum of 180 seconds. With ProGlove, Talma Ecuador now scans 100 suitcases in almost half the time.
In 2023, ProGlove handled around 10,000 flights and scanned 1.2 million pieces of luggage. It reduced time and errors in the stowage and loading processes, without adding an undue burden on the IT team at Talma Ecuador.
Stefan Lampa, CEO of ProGlove, concluded: “At ProGlove, we believe in harnessing the power of technology to fundamentally transform workplace dynamics. The remarkable time savings and enhanced safety metrics achieved by Talma Ecuador through our MARK 2 scanners exemplify our commitment to not only improving efficiency but also elevating the human aspect of operations. This approach is crucial in industries where every second impacts the broader operational success. Our partnership with Talma reinforces how innovative solutions lead to substantial improvements in service standards and operational health, setting new benchmarks for the industry.”
