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Omron introduces Industrial mobile robot product line for cost effective material transport

Omron introduces its first industrial mobile robot product line, the LD platform on Jan 20, 2017. Omron mobile robots provide a new level of efficiency and cost savings when it comes to moving goods around large facilities. This unique family of mobile robots is developed for rapid, reliable materials transport 24/7, and can self-navigate in even the most dynamic environments.

Ideal for conveying goods throughout warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities, the LD mobile robot platform has a payload capacity up to 287lb (130KG), depending on the model. Compared to traditional AGVs, Omron mobile robots can self-navigate entirely based on the natural features of the facility. No costly and time consuming infrastructure modifications are necessary, so no need for floor magnets, tapes or laser beacons typically associated with classic AGV deployment.

Flexible factory layout can be achieved as delivery points can be easily modified for the mobile robots. Omron mobile robots also complement traditional automation, such as conveyors, and provide traceable movement of goods.

Equipped with patented Acuity technology, Omron mobile robots have a robust self-navigation system even where there’s constant movement of people, pallets, carts and forklifts, and shelves being emptied and restocked. They’re equipped with the on-board intelligence to avoid obstacles and choose the best path to complete a task. This intelligent movement also makes them safe to operate alongside people as collaborative machines. Up to 100 vehicles can form a fleet and be centrally managed by a fleet manager which can interact with the factory or warehouse management software such as MES or WMS.

Included in the release is LD Cart Transporter, which is an automated material handling solution, designed to move carts. The Cart Transporter includes an automatic engagement device and is able to adjust its approach path to automatically engage the cart. This makes the Cart Transporter an ideal solution to provide line-side replenishment for assembly line or for e-commerce order fulfilment in a distribution center.

For more information: industrial.omron.eu/en/products/mobile-robot.

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About Omron
Omron Corporation is a leading industrial automation company that leverages its core sensing & control technologies to expand into businesses, such as control components, electronic components, automotive electronic components, social infrastructure, healthcare, and the environment. Omron was established in 1933, and has around 39,000 global employees, offering products and services in over 110 nations and regions. In the industrial automation business, Omron is contributing to making an affluent society by offering automation technologies which drive innovation in manufacturing as well as products and customer support. For more detail, www.industrial.omron.eu.

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