Case study

For a customer in the automotive industry, Elektroautomatik Mobile Robotics has delivered an AMR system consisting of six AMRs. Their task is to transport products on pallets between various portal-loaded machines and through a robotic cell in the factory.

Since the AMRs operate in an environment shared with forklifts, operators, and pedestrians, safety and flexibility were two key factors during the purchasing process.

In the delivery, the AMR system communicates with both the machines and the robotic cell to ensure safe entry and secure pickup/drop-off of pallets.

– “With AMRs performing the work, you get predictable and safe transports in an open layout. You also gain a more flexible production process compared to using a traditional forklift, a pallet jack, or a fixed conveyor system,” says Oskar Kurtti, Sales Manager at Elektroautomatik Mobile Robotics.

Previously, all these transports were handled manually. With the new solution, the customer immediately achieved a more efficient production flow.

The AMRs are differential-driven and contour-navigating. Charging is automatic and wireless at fixed locations, making the system highly flexible.

– “A contour-navigating AMR system allows the customer to quickly adapt the movement patterns on the floor if future needs change,” says Oskar.

The result for the customer was a reliable and flexible solution that does not require additional resources.

Technical overview:

Lithium batteries: The AMRs are equipped with lithium batteries for increased capacity and longer lifespan.

Differential drive: The drive mechanism consists of two drive units mounted in the middle of each long side, allowing the AMR to rotate around its own center point.

Contour navigation (SLAM): The AMR uses its laser scanners and its surroundings as a reference to navigate freely without any tracks or fixed installations.

Optical navigation: Complementing contour navigation (SLAM), a camera ensures precision stops at pickup and drop-off positions. The camera reads a taped QR code on the floor.

Wireless charging: Contactless charging via a charging plate on the AMR. This type of charging is very fast, flexible, and efficient.

BlueSpot: A lamp projecting a strong blue light onto the floor in the AMR’s direction of travel to enhance visibility for its surroundings.