AGV versus AMR
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AGV versus AMR Automation through driverless transport vehicles in material handling systems [Type here]

What if an improvement in operational performance is needed and a solution must be found to move forward? How do you choose between new technologies? Here, CSi details two options: the AGV and the AMR. In this white paper, we explain the differences between the two alternatives, and how they can be of great benefit. CONTENT - Introduction - History - Differences - At a glance - How can we help you? [Type here]

Introduction Due to increasing consumption demands, production plants and their logistics chains are under pressure. New technologies are constantly being sought in order to improve operational performance. AGVs (automated guided vehicles) have already been in use for several years in many industries and applications. In recent decades, new technology has improved the concept of the AGV. The AMR (autonomous mobile robot) is the next step in factory automation through self-driving vehicles. We explain the differences between AGVs and AMRs, and explain the applications in which they...

In the early 1990s, the first commercially viable AMR became available. It was called the HelpMate Robot, and its primary function was to move different items around in a hospital. It used sonar, infrared and vision systems to navigate. In the last 30 years, AMRs have progressed dramatically, and modern AMRs are capable of performing different tasks in various industry sectors. For their navigation, they do not have to rely on externally installed hardware, but instead use Lidar technology to map their surroundings to create a layout. Within this layout, they can move autonomously to...

At a glance AGV Routes are fixed. Changing routes can require additional externally installed hardware. When adding AGVs to a fleet, the prefixed layout must accommodate extra vehicles or must be altered. AGVs are unable to pass obstacles on their own. The obstacle needs to be removed manually. AGVs are designed to perform simple tasks in a repetitive way. AGV systems are more costly to maintain due to the lack of flexibility and the externally installed hardware. With the help of externally installed hardware, an AGV is able to achieve greater accuracy in a short timeframe. Operational...

How can we help you? Please click on the video and see for yourself. https://youtu.be/JZOO7NCnJrA https://youtu.be/FTISwaEiXeE If you would like to receive more information, please do not hesitate to contact our sales department. CSi industries B.V. Lissenveld 41 4941 VL Raamsdonksveer The Netherlands info@CSiportal.com [Type here]