This company designs and deploys Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) to automate intralogistics flows for industrial and logistics operations. Their solutions integrate navigation technologies like SLAM, follower mode, and fleet management to ensure safe, flexible material transfer. The AMR systems aim to reduce manual handling, increase productivity, and support Industry 4.0 transformation.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
Many industrial environments face challenges in optimizing intralogistics, including inefficient manual transport of goods, labor shortages, and the need for increased productivity and safety in material handling. Existing infrastructure may lack the flexibility to adapt to changing production demands and implement streamlined material flow.
Solution
Sherpa Mobile Robotics designs and manufactures autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to automate the transport of goods within industrial settings, optimizing intralogistics and material flow. Their AMRs can handle various payloads, including pallets, containers, dollies, and individual items, with weight capacities up to 1200kg. By implementing AMRs, companies can reduce manual handling, improve safety, and increase productivity by automating repetitive transport tasks. Sherpa offers a comprehensive approach, including analyzing existing workflows, selecting appropriate robotic solutions, and providing integration, training, and ongoing support.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes industrial and logistics companies seeking to automate their internal material handling processes, reduce labor costs, and improve overall efficiency and safety in their operations.
Features
- Autonomous navigation using LiDAR sensors, 3D cameras (optional), and safety-rated sensors for obstacle avoidance and 360° safety.
- Fleet management software to supervise robot operations in real-time, manage traffic flow, and prioritize tasks.
- Follow-me mode, allowing robots to collaboratively work with human operators in tasks such as picking.
- Intuitive touchscreen interface for operators to control robots and launch sequences.
- Dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity for fleet operation, administration, and maintenance.
- Options for rackable batteries or inductive charging for continuous 24/7 availability.
- Ability to map the environment quickly for rapid deployment without infrastructure modifications.
- Solutions for transporting items in bins & cartons (up to 200kg), dollies & rolling plates (up to 250kg), and pallets & crates (up to 1200kg).