Next Generation “AGV”

“Autonomous automatic guided vehicle” is an automated guided vehicle equipped with an autonomous controller that does not require travelling guides. “Autonomous automatic guided vehicle” is a next-generation automatic guided vehicle that determines its travel route by calculating its current position using a position estimation function.

  • N-G AGV are computer controlled vehicles with on-board PLC Based System.
  • Position feedback system to correct path.
  • System management computers
  • Optimising the AGV utilisation
  • Tracking the material in transfer and directing the AGV traffic.
  • Communication between vehicles via system controller
    • RF communication
    • Electric signals

Types of AGV:

  • Reduces the labour cost.
  • Flexible.
  • Intelligent.
  • Time consuming.
  • Can significantly reduce production & warehouse costs.
  • Transforming the materials handling industry.
  • Easily Transform Hazardous material without human effect.
  • Unobstructed movement
  • Lower investment
  • Higher operating savings on long
    • Minimal labour cost
    • Easy maintenance
  • Easy to interface with other systems
    • Best choice for Automated storage and retrieval system
    • Flexible Manufacturing systems
    • Computer Numerical control (CNC)
    • Process Control Equipment
    • Shop Floor control system
  • Automatic Loading and unloading
  • Greater reliability:
    • Less environmental problems
    • AGV can be replaced by another, in case of failure.
  • Flexibility:
    • Locations, path, P/D points can be reprogrammed
    • Easy to change guide path system
    • Number of vehicles can be altered depending on requirement