Because of the low up-front cost, the ROI is considerably faster. The vehicle boasts simple installation, an ability to be integrated fully with other Egemin products, and a heavy-duty welded steel body.
ProMat 2015 is scheduled to be held March 23-26, 2014 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The tradeshow will showcase the latest manufacturing, distribution and supply chain solutions in the material handling and logistics industry. Modern’s complete ProMat 2015 coverage.The new PF3 automated guided vehicle, or AGV, from Stäubli Robotics captured this year’s Best Smart Product award in the international Red Dot Design competition. The company announced yesterday that it will present the PF3 for the first time in North America at Automate 2023. “The PF3 features an ultra-compact yet robust design and handles payloads of up to 3 tons, delivering a footprint-to-payload ratio that leads the market – and paves the way for new applications across multiple industries.” “AGVs have become integral to industrial intralogistics, literally doing the heavy lifting in and around manufacturing facilities,” said Stäubli. Pfäffikon, Switzerland-based Stäubli claimed that it is a leader in high-payload AGVs with a complete portfolio of platforms, forklifts, and autonomous mobile robots ( AMRs) known for high-precision omnidirectional positioning and payloads of up to 500 tons. Stäubli Robotics added that it is a leading manufacturer of quick-release couplings, robots, and textile machinery. It has a workforce of more than 5,500 employees, a presence in 29 countries, and a comprehensive distribution network in 50 countries. Stäubli said it designed the PF3 with a low profile and to operate within very narrow spaces on the factory floor.
The new robot can maneuver around obstacles and carry out positioning precision of +/-5 mm (0.19 in.), it said. With the lift unit, it has a height of 400 mm (15.7 in.). “Plus, smart features offer future-proof production and a streamlined workflow,” said the company. The PF3 uses standard software interfaces and an electric and mechanical interface for third-party add-ons. It battery is designed for up to 7,000 recharging cycles at up to 80A.Īn all-around LED strip and 45-degree inclined touch panel provide an ergonomic operator experience, said Stäubli.