Live Bird Weighing (LBW)
CAT²’s Live Bird Weighing (LBW) module automates the weighing and lot creation process for poultry processors. Designed for high-volume live receiving operations, this solution integrates directly with truck scales and ERP systems to capture inbound and outbound truck data in real-time.
As birds arrive, the system records grower, crew, trailer ID, feed withdrawal, weather, and arrival times — then automatically generates traceable lots and updates the kill schedule. Outbound trucks for finished product or rendering are also weighed, with enforced tolerance checks before a Bill of Lading (BOL) is printed. The result is better control over yield, compliance, and logistics.
To ensure end-to-end traceability and accurate yield analysis from the start of production, the LBW module captures initial lot data and operational metrics at receiving. Live Bird Weighing seamlessly integrates with Live Bird Receiving (LBR), automatically transferring lot information and arrival data to support downstream modules like Inspection & Disposition and Primary Yield Management.
Operational Benefits
- Live yield data: Track shrink and incoming weights for accurate primary yield analysis
- Faster lot release: Automatically create traceable lots tied to kill schedule and ERP
- BOL accuracy: Enforce variance thresholds and generate compliant BOLs for outgoing trucks
- Fewer errors: Eliminate manual entry and increase operational consistency
- Improved accountability: Integrated data supports grower settlements and USDA compliance
Key Features
- Inbound & Outbound Weighing: Record truck weights at arrival and departure, including BOL enforcement with tolerance checks.
- Lot Creation & Kill Schedule Updates: Automatically assign lot numbers and sequence into production queue.
- ERP Integration: Seamless data flow with SAP and other systems for real-time decision support.
- Rich Data Capture: Grower, trailer, feed withdrawal, weather, and crew info all recorded and reportable.
- Compliance Ready: Aligns with USDA Packers and Stockyards Program and traceability standards.
