AMR: Autonomous vehicles for the industrial future
Freedom in production: AMR – Autonomous transport systems (autonomous mobile robots) make it possible. In industrial production, autonomous transport systems ensure that “everything flows,” as the AMR can be stationed at a single machine or configured to travel between multiple machines as needed. DMG MORI develops and produces these special vehicles for intralogistics, thereby making a trend-setting contribution to holistic production automation. The combination of robust hardware and powerful sensor technology creates AMRs that can handle workpieces, pallets, tools, and other components such as chip carts.
Efficient concept: Workpiece handling using robotics
Individually, in pairs or even in threes: When it comes to handling workpieces, AMRs have the exact number of gripper jaws on the integrated cobot that the workpiece and task require. AMR robots for workpiece handling are about the size of a workshop trolley. In addition to the collaborative robot, they have a workpiece tray that the cobot can access. Integrating these autonomous robots into the production process increases efficiency, enabling unmanned transport and shift operation on a machine tool, thereby boosting productivity.
It’s finally easy: Pallet handling
Machine data shows that autonomous mobile robots are real workhorses when used for pallet-specific transport task. With a load capacity of up to 5,000 kg (around 11,000 lbs) and the ability to perform omnidirectional movements, not to mention a turning circle of 0 inches, these machines can handle demanding transport tasks with maximum precision. Thanks to their modular design and free accessibility, these AMRs can carry out transport tasks much more efficiently, regardless of the load.
Almost limitless possibilities: Universal AMR
Tools, chip carts, material plates, machine pallets or zero-point clamping plates – an autonomous mobile robot could hardly be any more universal and versatile! DMG MORI has developed an automation series that can transport a wide variety of components. The technical basis of this AMR is a modular concept with a free layout design. Above all, it does not require a housing, making it space-saving and highly maneuverable. These individual modules ensure flexible production by allowing the AMR's travel paths to be re-programed. The best thing about this technology: It can also be integrated into existing production processes at a later date (Brown Field). These AMRs can collaborate with people within the same system, turning individual transport tasks into genuine intralogistics. The AMR 2000 is a robot capable of autonomous travel that was developed as a modular platform designed for handling tools, material pallets, and chip carts.
AMR: Key information at a glance
What are the advantages of AMRs?
AMRs are capable of performing transport tasks for pallets, workpieces, tools, and other components. This reduces the workload placed on staff and increases efficiency.
How safe are AMRs?
Autonomous mobile robots are equipped with scanners and sensors that continuously monitor not only the travel paths but also material, tool or pallet changes. The personnel protection scanners installed in the drive and loading direction detect obstacles, causing the AMR to reduce its speed. The robot stops if there are people or objects in its path. Before entering a turn, it scans the area for potential obstacles.
When is a robot autonomous?
A robot is considered fully autonomous when it can function independently and has its own independent energy supply. All DMG MORI's autonomous mobile robots are equipped with state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries that maximize energy efficiency. The batteries have a long service life and are maintenance-free. Charging can be done contactless, i.e. inductive, or, alternatively, using higher currents at a charging station. Both processes/loading types require no human involvement and operate automatically.
How are AMRs controlled?
DMG MORI’s LPS Gen 4. software to control DMG MORI’s multi-machine automation systems. It schedules and manages the operation of each component, including machine tools, AMRs, work setup stations, storage locations, and any peripheral devices integrated with the system. It has extensive built-in functionality to support automated production, including job creation, fixture and raw material management, process data collection, production planning and predictive scheduling, and tool life monitoring. DMG MORI’s LPS Gen 4. software is also scalable, able to be updated with additional machines, AMRs, and devices as your automation cell grows.