Autonomous Mobile Robot

An autonomous mobile robot (AMR) can safely and efficiently navigate and respond to an environment without human interaction. AMRs use sensors and preprogrammed mapping to interact with other robots and automated networks while steering clear of humans and material-handling equipment. These devices provide faster and more accurate options for performing warehousing and distribution tasks over conventional methods like forklifts, conveyors and manual transport.

At Siggins, we offer AMR solutions to improve your operational efficiency while maximizing safety. Besides carrying specific AMR types, we can design a solution unique to your application that easily integrates with other robots or systems.

Table of Contents

• AMR Automation Applications
• Benefits of AMR Warehouse Automation Solutions
• Advantages of Partnering With Siggins
• Connect With the Experts at Siggins Today

AMR Automation Applications

Autonomous mobile robots allow warehousing operations to overcome some of the most common distribution challenges — like transporting products across expansive areas — to achieve high efficiency levels. AMR applications like these reduce the time workers spend traveling throughout a facility. By implementing AMRs, workers can dedicate more time to value-added tasks to ensure optimal output across your operations.

Autonomous robots are highly beneficial for navigating busy warehouse environments. Advanced models use laser technology to view and safely maneuver around obstacles, workers and other robots. They are instrumental in open spaces and thrive in large-scale warehousing operations. These robots can also perform repetitive lifting tasks like palletization to maximize production.

Features like robotic arms, lift plates and platforms maximize efficiency when performing tasks such as loading, unloading and transporting items. Examples of warehouse applications include goods to people, order picking, product sorting and stocking.

Benefits of AMR Warehouse Automation Solutions

When you introduce AMR automation to your distribution environment, you’ll experience benefits like:

• Increased efficiency: AMRs utilize direct routes that significantly reduce travel time while working with human crewmembers and other robots to optimize efficiency. Allowing robots to complete repetitive and monotonous tasks lets humans perform more specialized job functions unachievable by robotics.
• Improved accuracy: Even the most trusted warehouse workers occasionally make mistakes. AMRs eliminate human error, ensuring the correct products and materials reach their appropriate destinations. You can implement AMRs in your most error-prone areas to maximize productivity and minimize mistakes.
• Flexibility: One of the most significant advantages of AMRs is that they can quickly adapt their routes if you make any changes to your warehouse’s layout. Once programmed, robots can also automatically choose the optimal path to complete a task. In addition, as you update your warehouse’s inventory, robots can calculate the most efficient way to access the items they need.
• Scalability: Robots are programmable to meet your distribution requirements regardless of your size. Whether you’re scaling up or down, distribution centers can easily add or subtract robots to meet demand during spurts or seasonal fluctuations. 
• Affordability: Compared to large-scale automation systems, AMRs cost much less. Based on the efficiency and productivity they add to a warehouse, AMRs quickly allow you to recoup your initial investment.

Advantages of Partnering With Siggins

Since 1946, Siggins has provided innovative and efficient material handling systems to many satisfied clients across North America. We leverage decades of engineering expertise with some of the industry’s most advanced technology to deliver solutions to increase your company’s profitability. Our team can customize an autonomous mobile robot or other material handling solution specific to your operation to increase productivity, decrease labor costs and maximize your return on investment.

Connect With the Experts at Siggins Today

If you’re interested in learning more about how our AMRs and other robotic solutions can benefit your business, our professional team is ready to help. Connect with us online today to schedule an appointment for an introductory video conference.