AGV / AMR
AGV (Automatic Guided Vehicle) and AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robot) are unmanned transportation systems designed to automate the movement of goods within factories and warehouses. AGVs operate along predefined magnetic tapes or guide lines, functioning primarily as unmanned transport vehicles that follow fixed routes. In contrast, AMRs are autonomous robots that recognize their surrounding environment, autonomously determine routes, and navigate around obstacles and people while moving. Utilizing these technologies enables the efficiency and labor reduction of transportation operations, particularly facilitating the automatic transport of goods from picking areas to assembly and packaging processes.
Benefits
- Reduction of Operator Burden
AGV and AMR automatically transport products after picking, significantly alleviating the physical burden of moving and carrying for operators. For example, by assigning a fixed operator to the packing station while the robot retrieves the necessary products, labor is saved, and the operator’s focus on tasks can be maintained. - Minimization of Picking Errors
AGV and AMR operate based on predefined routes and incoming/outgoing data, reducing the likelihood of picking errors due to human mistakes. This eliminates issues such as accidentally picking the wrong adjacent item, ensuring accurate product transportation. - Cost Reduction in Transportation
Automated transportation drastically cuts labor costs associated with transportation tasks. This leads to lower labor expenses and improved productivity. The overall cost performance of the company increases, as efficient operations are maintained while reducing the number of workers. - Flexible Route Configuration and Environmental Adaptability (AMR)
AMR feature automatic obstacle and person avoidance, allowing for flexible responses to changes in the environment. This enables easy adaptation during layout changes within factories and warehouses, permitting route modifications as needed. This flexibility enhances the system’s longevity and usability over time. - Enhanced Productivity and Efficient Workflow Realization
The introduction of AGV and AMR automates picking and transportation processes, resulting in a smoother overall workflow. This allows operators to focus on higher-value tasks, leading to increased overall productivity. Additionally, the reduction of unnecessary waiting and travel time further enhances operational efficiency.
