The EK Automation AGV is a AGV developed by EK Automation (Germany), launched 1963. Key specifications: payload 2500 kg, speed 3.33 m/s, navigation lidar_slam, magnetic_tape, vision, guidance hybrid navigation (laser navigation + magnets + 3D camera system).
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Overview
Wir sind der führende Hersteller und Systemintegrator von innovativer Automatisierungstechnologie für die Intralogistik.
Flagship features
- Uses hybrid navigation: laser navigation for high-speed transport, magnets in block storage aisles, and 3D camera system for safe pallet placement at 5.5 m distance
- Variably adjustable forks for space-saving pallet buffering in shipping areas
- COMPACT MOVE 18/25 can handle two pallets simultaneously with 4 forks; forks can be moved together for single-pallet transport
- Lateral safety scanners available as optional equipment
- Modular additional weight system on MOVE 10/12 allows adaptation to 1,000 kg or 1,200 kg payload
- Designed for continuous operation with high availability
Buyer decision signals
Viability
ek robotics and OTTO Motors announce global technology partnership
Specifications
Category: AGV- Payload
- 2500 kg
- Speed
- 3.33 m/s
- Navigation
- lidar_slam, magnetic_tape, vision
- Guidance
- hybrid navigation (laser navigation + magnets + 3D camera system)
Top 22% of 123 models with this spec
Top 6% of 85 models with this spec
Company profile
- Founded
- 1980
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- Sub Category
- counterbalance_forklift_AGV
Sensing & perception2
- Sensor Suite
- Laser Navigation
- Camera Present
- Yes
Other details1
- Lift Height Mm
- 5000
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Company milestones
- May 2022Partnershipek robotics and OTTO Motors announce global technology partnership
- Jul 2021MilestoneEK AUTOMATION becomes ek robotics
- 2017MilestoneCompany incorporated
- —MilestoneVARIO MOVE market launch planned
- —DeploymentGGP Media deploys ek robotics AGVs
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the EK Automation AGV?
- The EK Automation AGV is developed by EK Automation, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the EK Automation AGV?
- The EK Automation AGV is a AGV made by EK Automation.
- How much does the EK Automation AGV cost?
- Pricing for the EK Automation AGV is not publicly listed — contact EK Automation for a quote.
- When was the EK Automation AGV launched?
- The EK Automation AGV was launched in 1963.
- What are the key specifications of the EK Automation AGV?
- Key specifications of the EK Automation AGV: payload 2500 kg, speed 3.33 m/s, navigation lidar_slam, magnetic_tape, vision, guidance hybrid navigation (laser navigation + magnets + 3D camera system).
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