An Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) is a mobile robot used for material handling in manufacturing environments, guided by signals such as markers or wires embedded in the floor.
An Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) integrates into manufacturing and warehousing systems to transport goods within a facility autonomously. These systems enhance efficiency by reducing manual labor and are crucial in environments requiring high throughput and stringent process control. AGVs are employed in sectors such as automotive manufacturing, where they follow precise paths to deliver components to assembly stations.
The 'E' series AGV by Swisslog boasts a payload capacity of up to 1,000 kg (2,204.62 lbs) and is capable of navigating warehouse floors with a precision of +/- 10 mm.
Commonly deployed in large-scale automotive production plants where parts need to be moved between workstations over extensive distances on a factory floor.
Dematic's AGV S10 operates with a maximum speed of 1.7 m/s and supports processes in environments such as food and beverage distribution centers.
Beyond manufacturing, they are also utilized in high-density warehouses to streamline order fulfillment processes by transporting goods from storage to picking stations.