Stock volume measurement

Precise bulk inventory data supports supply chain operations and reliable financial reporting. Stock volume measurement establishes verified stockpile quantities at a given point in time, helping reduce the risk of logistical mismatches and unverified book values. At Peterson, we deploy experienced specialists with LiDAR 3D scanning technology to provide accurate, site based measurements.

    Quality & control through stockpile inventory services

    Peterson holds an independent position in the supply chain, built on over 15 years of conducting stockpile inventory services for international clients across agricultural products, metals and fertilisers. That independence matters most when an accountant needs to verify whether 75,000 tonnes in the books corresponds with reality on the ground.

    Experienced inspectors and established LiDAR methodology support the conversion of measurements into a single, verified volume figure. Organisations gain audit ready evidence without relying solely on internal estimates or storage operator data.

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    Control and insight with stock volume measurement

    Peterson supply chain partner – agri
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    LiDAR point-cloud precision

    A LiDAR laser scanner generates a detailed 3D point cloud of each stockpile. Dedicated software converts that data into calculated cubic metre volumes, reducing reliance on manual estimation.

    2.

    Prevent loading and dispatch mismatches

    Knowing the verified volume before loading a barge or truck helps prevent operational surprises. A 200 tonne surplus discovered mid operation can disrupt schedules and increase handling costs.

    3.

    Independent confirmation of system data

    Warehouse management systems can drift from physical stock over time. An on site 3D measurement confirms or corrects recorded volumes, giving logistics planners more reliable dispatch data.

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    Accountant-grade verification

    Year end and half year audits require proof that reported commodity values reflect actual quantities. A standardised volume report from an independent party supports audit and financial verification requirements.

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    Flexible scheduling across locations

    Measurements take place at third party stevedores, warehouses or client owned sites. Scheduling can be aligned with quarterly cycles, year end deadlines or ad hoc operational needs.

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    How stock volume measurement works

    Planning

    Schedule the assignment and dispatch an experienced controller with calibrated LiDAR scanning equipment to the storage location.

    LiDAR scanning

    The controller captures photographic evidence and performs a full 3D laser scan of each stockpile on site.

    Volume Reporting

    Back-office specialists process the scan data into a standardised report stating the verified volumes for each measured stockpile.

    Peterson is more than logistics

    Quality & compliance through independent stock verification

    Stock volume measurement links physical bulk quantities to financial book values, supporting auditable reporting and operational decision making.

    • Inventory volumes translate directly into monetary values for year-end financial reporting, because each measured cubic metre represents a defined commodity worth.

    • Where density or hectolitre weight data is available, reports can include weight-based figures alongside volumes, removing the need for a separate conversion step

    • A premium, fully managed process covers planning, fieldwork and reporting, reducing the coordination effort required from operational teams.

    Peterson Nederland
    When a system shows 80 tonnes but the scan reveals enough stock for five truckloads instead of four, that mismatch directly affects every dispatch decision that follows.
    Koen Backer van Ommeren – Control Union
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    Ask us anything

    Read our frequently asked questions here.

    Measurements apply to a wide range of dry bulk goods, including agricultural products, coffee, cocoa, coal, wood pellets, stainless steel scrap, pebbles and garden gravel. Work is carried out at third-party stevedore sites, independent warehouses or client-owned storage locations.

    Frequency depends on operational need. Some organisations schedule quarterly, others align with year-end audits, and additional measurements can be arranged when a specific verification need arises.

    The standardised report presents the verified volumes for each scanned stockpile. The scope focuses strictly on volume determination and does not include commodity quality assessment.

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