What is VDA 5050? A Game-Changer in AMR-AGV Communication
5 years ago a customer asked me if we could supply a management system able to handle different types and brands of mobile robots… the answer was: ❌ No, I’m sorry. It is not possible.
AMR Interoperability: Maximizing potential for the future
To be genuinely useful and efficient, a mobile robot must be able to connect with and work with a wide range of other devices. Welcome to the interoperability world!.
AGV Simulation Benefits and Software for Unstoppable Logistics
I've always been interested by the potential of mobile robots to transform material handling operations. But it wasn't until I started researching logistics flow simulation that I realized how transformative this technology can be.
Robots in Hospitals: Types, Applications and Advantages
The World Health Organization predicts a shortfall of 18 million health care workers by 2030. This article explores the robots that enable healthcare operations keep on going.
6 Types of Robot Forklift to boost your material handling
The main types of robotic forklifts are:
AGV Battery - What is the best type for your project? Battery Cost?
What is the best battery technology for an AGV? GEL, Lithium, lead-acid?
AGV Sensors – The eyes and ears of mobile robots
Sensors are an indispensable part of mobile robots (AGV and AMR). Sensors are the “eyes and ears” of mobile robots.
STATZON - Free access for AGV Network Community
Register in AGV Network and get free access to all STATZON datasheets.
AGV ROI - 101 Payback Guide for Automated Guided Vehicles
Thinking of investing in an automated guided vehicle (AGV) system? How long will take for your AGV system to pay for itself? How to calculate the roi for the agv?
AGV Applications - Where are Automated Guided Vehicles Used?
These are the main applications of automated guided vehicles:
AGV Rental compared to Buy and RaaS
The Mobile Robot market is booming. It keeps on growing year after year. It is understandable that more and more companies have started to design and manufacture mobile robots. The result? More competitors in the backyard.
Autonomous Forklifts Explained for Beginners
Autonomous fork trucks are disrupting the material handling industry. Forklift AMRs represent a step further compared with traditional AGV Forklifts. What does make Autonomous Forklifts different?
Explanation of R15.08 - Safety Standard for Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR)
Imagine that you wish to mount an industrial robot arm to an AGV. Which safety standard should you apply? R15.06, because it has an industrial robot arm, or B56.5 because it's mounted to an AGV?
How do Security Robots work?
New affordable and powerful navigation, sensing, and communication technologies enable security robots to match and even outperform human guards. Let's discover how do security mobile robots work.
AGV vs AMR. The Truth. What should you buy? Differences? Pros & Cons? - Winner?
AGV vs AMR? What's the best? I sell both of them...I love both ❤. I do not care if they are AMRs or AGVs... I just care about the project requirements. In this article, I explain my "subjective" opinion about the differences between AGV and AMR. ????????♂️