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Mobile Robot Selection: AGV or AMR

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CriterionAGVAMR
InstallationFloor markers or railsMap the site
Layout changeRe-lay the pathRe-map the area
Cost per vehicleUsually lowerUsually higher
Traffic at scaleSimpleNeeds a fleet manager
EnvironmentStable, clean routesTolerant of change

Decision guidance

  • Routes that never change favour AGVs on total cost.
  • Frequent layout changes favour AMRs.
  • Above a dozen vehicles, evaluate the fleet software before the vehicle.

Information is provided for initial research. Verify specifications, pricing, policies and standards against the original source before making decisions.

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