Autonomous Mobile Robot

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) for Industrial Material Handling

 

 

Automate repetitive material movement across your warehouse, manufacturing plants, and distribution centers with flexible, high-efficiency logistics. Our industrial Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) feature advanced SLAM navigation, fleet coordination algorithms, and safety architectures complying with international standards (ISO 3691-4 / ANSI RIA R15.08). Transport goods seamlessly without cutting floor grooves, laying magnetic tracks, or modifying facility infrastructure.

 

 
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Core Operational Benefits

Zero Infrastructure Modification

Deploy without cutting floor grooves or installing magnetic tape. Simply scan the facility to generate a dynamic map.

12 to 18 Months Payback Period

Reduce labor dependency, lower operational overhead, and minimize risks of manual forklift collisions and workplace injuries.

24/7 Continuous Operation

Integrated opportunity charging and dynamic fleet management ensure uninterrupted multi-shift material movement.

Full Software Integration

Native API, OPC UA, and RESTful connections enable seamless data exchange with existing WMS, MES, and ERP systems.

 

AMR Platform Range & Selection

 

AMR Series

Payload Range

Typical Applications

Recommended Navigation

Key Selection Factors

Compact / Low-Payload AMR Series

100–300 kg

Small parts, totes, PCB racks, laboratory samples, light components

Laser SLAM / Natural Feature Navigation

Compact chassis, tight turning radius, high maneuverability

Medium-Payload AMR Series

500–1,000 kg

Line-side material delivery, Work-In-Process (WIP) transport, container moving

Hybrid Navigation (Laser SLAM + QR Code Positioning)

Cycle efficiency, fast docking speed, battery operating time

Heavy-Duty / Pallet AMR Series

1,500–3,000 kg

Standard Euro/GMA pallets, heavy castings, raw materials, finished goods

Heavy LiDAR SLAM + 3D Obstacle Avoidance Camera

Structural chassis rigidity, ramp slope capability, threshold clearance

Lift & Transfer AMR Series

500–1,500 kg

Automated floor-level pallet pickup, rack lifting, cart towing

Reflector / SLAM + Pallet Pose Perception

Lift stroke length, pallet positioning tolerance, load overhang clearance

Conveyor-Top AMR Series

200–1,000 kg

Machine-to-machine (M2M) automated transfer, production line connection

Laser SLAM + Optical Sensor Docking

Transfer accuracy (±2 mm), hardware PLC signal handshake

 

Industrial Safety Architecture & International Compliance

 

In shared human-robot environments, functional safety is non-negotiable. Our AMR architecture incorporates dual-channel safety controls to ensure fully compliant operation.

AGV Amr Robot
  • 360° Safety LiDAR Scanners

    Dynamic multi-zone field configuration adjusts deceleration and stop boundaries in real time based on vehicle travel speed.

  • 3D Obstacle Detection Cameras

    Identifies obstacles outside horizontal LiDAR planes, such as low-profile forklift tines and overhanging structures.

  • Functional Safety Controllers

    Built with PLd / SIL2 safety controllers, physical emergency-stop buttons, safety-rated speed monitoring, and optical status indicators.

  • International Regulatory Compliance

    Engineered to comply with European CE directives (Machine Directive 2006/42/EC, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU), ISO 3691-4, and North American ANSI/RIA R15.08 standards.

 

System Integration: WMS, MES & Fleet Management

A single mobile robot cannot maximize ROI without centralized coordination. Our Fleet Management System (FMS) coordinates multi-robot traffic routing, optimizes dispatch tasks, manages auto-charging cycles, and communicates with your enterprise software.

 
 

WMS / ERP Integration

Connect via REST API, WebSockets, MQTT, or database connectors to exchange mission orders, inventory updates, and drop-off logs.

 
 
 

MES / WCS Integration

Native support for OPC UA, Modbus TCP, and Industrial Ethernet to process line-side call buttons, material requests, and production takt-time synchronization.

 
 
 

Facility Hardware Handshaking

Direct communication with automatic doors, elevators, rapid-roll gates, and motorized conveyors via dry contacts, I/O modules, or wireless PLC signals.

 

 

AMR vs. AGV vs. Manual Forklifts: Technical Selection

 

Comparison Factor

Manual Forklifts

Traditional AGVs

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)

Routing Flexibility

High — dependent on operator judgment

Low — typically restricted to fixed magnetic paths or QR grids

High — dynamic autonomous route planning

Facility Infrastructure Setup

None required

High — may require floor modifications, guide paths, tape, or fixed markers

Minimal — routes can be configured through software-based mapping

Dynamic Obstacle Response

Operator dependent

Limited — typically stops when the predefined path is blocked

Autonomous obstacle detection, avoidance, and route replanning

Fleet Scalability

Requires additional drivers and equipment

More complex — expansion may require re-engineering fixed routes

Flexible — additional robots can be managed through fleet software

Best-Fit Applications

Irregular material handling, high-rack stacking, operator-dependent tasks

Fixed, repetitive, high-volume transport routes

Agile manufacturing, dynamic warehouses, and multi-product workflows

 

Deployment Workflow: From Material Flow Audit to Site Acceptance

 

Material Flow Analysis

Evaluating payload dimensions, transport frequency, available aisle width, floor gradient, and peak throughput requirements.

01

Layout Mapping & Simulation

Generating 2D/3D facility maps, configuring virtual keep-out zones, speed limits, and one-way traffic rules.

02

Top-Module Engineering

Customizing conveyors, lifters, or towing pins to match existing station height and load standards.

03

Fleet & Software Integration

Interfacing the Fleet Controller with local WMS/MES systems and validating PLC signal handshakes.

04

Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

Validating safety stop functions, positioning accuracy (±2mm to ±10mm), slope navigation, and automatic docking.

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FAQ

 

Q: What is the typical ROI (Return on Investment) payback period for an AMR deployment?

A: In most industrial manufacturing and warehousing applications, the average payback period ranges between 12 to 18 months. ROI is calculated based on labor cost savings (reducing reliance on manual forklift drivers), 24/7 multi-shift operational availability, eliminated product damage caused by manual transport collisions, and increased material throughput efficiency.

Q: How does battery charging work during multi-shift operations?

A: AMRs utilize fast-charging lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery packs that support opportunity charging. Instead of taking robots offline for long hours, the fleet system schedules short automatic charging cycles (e.g., 10 to 15 minutes) during idle periods or operator shift changes, maintaining 24/7 continuous facility operation.

Q: How long does a typical AMR project take from mapping to full commissioning?

A: For standard platforms with basic software integration, deployment can be completed in 1 to 2 weeks per facility zone. For complex turnkey projects involving custom top modules, extensive PLC handshakes, and enterprise WMS/MES integration, the typical project cycle takes 6 to 10 weeks, including Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).

Q: Can AMRs operate in the same facility alongside existing AGVs or manual equipment?

A: Yes. AMRs are engineered for shared-space industrial operations. Their multi-layer safety architecture (ISO 3691-4 certified) continuously monitors surrounding traffic. Through our Fleet Controller, traffic rules, one-way aisles, and speed-restricted zones can be configured to manage mixed fleet traffic alongside manual forklifts and traditional AGVs.

Q: What software protocols are required to connect AMRs with our existing WMS or MES?

A: Our Fleet Controller supports standard industrial communication protocols, including REST APIs, WebSockets, MQTT, OPC UA, and Modbus TCP. Data exchange can also be handled through direct database connectors or custom middleware, depending on your IT infrastructure.

 

Request an AMR Layout Proposal & Budget Estimation
 

To help our engineering team provide a precise AMR configuration and ROI evaluation, please provide the following initial project details:

Load Specifications

Minimum and maximum payload weight, dimensions (L × W × H), carrier type (pallet, tote, rack, fixture).

Route & Throughput

Average mission distance, required missions per hour/shift, operational shifts per day.

Facility Conditions

Floor material, ramp slopes (%), minimum available aisle width, elevator or automatic door integration needs.

Software Preferences

Existing WMS/MES/ERP brand and preferred communication protocols.

Haiyi Intelligent Control Robotics (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd. is one of the most reliable autonomous mobile robot manufacturers and suppliers in China. With abundant experience, we warmly welcome you to buy CE approved autonomous mobile robot from our factory. If you have any enquiry about quotation, please feel free to email us.

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