Automated Guided Vehicle Systems
Automated Guided Vehicle suits palletizing applications.
Press Release Summary:
Using laser guided system, Automated Guided Vehicle features lift capacity of 2,000 lb, 2-stage mast for 110 in. vertical lift, and can travel at 230 fpm. By adding AGV to palletizing process, manufacturers can eliminate use of pallet conveyors and damage caused by human error. Supported by Danaher NDC8 platform, driverless automated forklift can be navigated through manufacturing plants using routes and path information that have been downloaded through wireless LAN.
Original Press Release:
QComp Technologies, Inc. Introduces New AGV for Palletizing
Greenville, Wis., (TBD) - QComp Technologies, Inc., introduced a new AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) designed specifically for palletizing applications today. Under a licensing agreement with Danaher Motion Saro, QComp utilizes Danaher software and hardware in its laser-guided AGV. Danaher is the world leader in navigation technology for AGVs.
QComp Technologies, Inc., a robotics systems integrator, installs robotic cells in manufacturing applications. As part of the company's philosophy, it's committed to offering total solutions to its customers.
Traditionally used in European manufacturing processes, the partnering of AGVs and robot-based systems in specific manufacturing areas is something relatively new to U.S. manufacturers.
"This technology of partnering robots and AGVs in a cell for one particular purpose, such as palletizing, creates a paradigm shift in the thinking of the traditional U.S. manufacturing process," says Tom Doyle, president of QComp Technologies Inc. "It creates a whole new set of efficiencies."
By adding an AGV to the palletizing process, manufacturers can eliminate the use of pallet conveyors, reduce labor costs, increase plant floor safety, and eliminate product and conveyor damage caused by human error.
Supported by the Danaher NDC8 platform, the driverless automated forklift can be navigated through manufacturing plants and warehouses using routes and path information that have been downloaded using a wireless LAN.
This application of AGV has only been sold in the United States by European manufacturers. QComp Technologies, Inc. is the first U.S. company to design and manufacture a cost-competitive AGV to compete domestically with overseas alternatives.
"We wanted to give our customers an AGV at an entry-level price that was reasonable, as well as product that met the standards of technology and reliability they're used to," says Doyle.
The AGV from QComp is rated at a lift capacity of 2,000 pounds, has two-stage mast for a 110-inch vertical lift, and can travel at 230 feet per minute. Implemented using a laser guided system, the AGV offers greater flexibility than traditional wire or cable guidance systems, eliminating tracks or rails. Driving routes are also easily changed at the touch of button.
Founded in 1991, QComp Technologies, Inc. is an ABB robotics integrator, providing automation solutions for a variety of industries. The company designs and builds automated robotic manufacturing cells and materials handling systems, as well as engineers and manufactures drive systems for paper, metal and converting industries. With headquarters in Greenville, Wis., QComp has sales and service offices in Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Maine.
