10. AGVs/AMRs

What is the difference between AGV and AMR?

AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) move along fixed paths such as magnetic tape, magnetic markers, or painted lines. They are suitable for repetitive processes and stable production environments.

AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) navigate autonomously and dynamically plan their routes, offering higher flexibility in changing production environments and adapting easily to different material flows.

The choice between AGV and AMR depends on mobility requirements, factory layout, and the required level of flexibility.

When should AGVs be selected instead of AMRs?

AGVs are recommended when material flow is fixed, the environment is stable, and operations are highly repetitive.

AGVs provide cost-effective solutions for predefined routes, are easy to maintain, and can be deployed quickly.

In contrast, AMRs are more suitable for dynamic environments requiring high flexibility.

What positioning accuracy do IDEA’s AGVs/AMRs achieve?

At IDEA, AGVs achieve a positioning accuracy of ±5 mm and ±0.5° in angular orientation, ensuring precise movement along fixed routes.

This level of accuracy enables stable operation and seamless synchronization with production lines and EOL/robotic systems.

How do IDEA’s AGVs/AMRs avoid collisions with obstacles and people?

The system integrates real-time path planning, allowing robots to slow down, stop, or reroute as needed, ensuring safety for both equipment and human operators in the production environment.

Can AGVs/AMRs be integrated with EOL systems and smart warehouses?

IDEA’s AGVs/AMRs can be fully integrated with End-of-Line (EOL) systems and smart warehouse solutions.

This integration enables automated product transport, pallet handling, storage, and retrieval, optimizing material flow and improving overall production efficiency.

How scalable is an AGV/AMR system?

IDEA’s AGV/AMR systems are designed with a modular and scalable architecture, allowing additional robots to be added as transportation demand increases.
System expansion does not impact overall performance while maintaining coordinated navigation, collision avoidance, and centralized fleet management.

Do AGVs/AMRs require special infrastructure?

AGVs typically require fixed guidance infrastructure such as magnetic tape, magnetic markers, or painted lines, while AMRs are more flexible and generally only require a flat and stable floor.

Both solutions can be integrated with existing power, network, and sensor infrastructure without major facility modifications, enabling fast deployment.

Do AGVs/AMRs require special infrastructure?

IDEA’s AGVs/AMRs comply with key industrial safety standards, including:

ISO 3691-4: Safety requirements for driverless industrial vehicles
CE Safety Requirements: Compliance with European safety regulations
UL / IEC Standards: Electrical and functional safety standards
Safety Sensors & Emergency Stop: Integrated safety sensors, virtual safety zones, and emergency stop buttons

These measures ensure safe operation for both personnel and equipment in industrial environments.

What are the charging time and charging options for AGVs/AMRs?

At IDEA, IDonkey autonomous vehicles can be charged from 0–80% within approximately 2 hours.

The system supports automatic charging stations, enabling robots to autonomously dock and recharge when battery levels are low, ensuring continuous operation without disrupting production.

Can AGVs/AMRs be easily integrated with MES or WMS systems?

IDEA’s AGVs/AMRs can be easily integrated with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) or WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) via industrial communication protocols such as OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, or standard APIs.
This integration enables synchronized transport data, real-time robot status monitoring, and optimized material flow throughout the factory

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