A Guide To Buying An AGV

The where – Your movement

An obvious starting point is determining what tasks and movements you want your AGV to carry out. Here, it’s important to consider the distances you need the unit to move over, the frequency of movement, the weight to be moved and any future scalability requirements.  

By reviewing the specific needs of your operation, you’ll then be able to select the right AGV for your application and, most importantly, one that will deliver the benefits important to you.  

Some key questions to cover in understanding your movement needs include:

• What do you need the AGV to move and how heavy is it?
• Over what distance do you need the AGV to travel?
• How often do you need the AGV to travel the route? 

Picking suppliers – The importance of a solid core product

Ensuring any AGV manufacturer you work with has a proven record of providing load-moving solutions is critical. While suitable technology enabling the autonomous movement of loads is important, the ability of the core machine to mobilise your load shouldn’t be overlooked. Selecting an adequately powered machine to move your load with bolt-on AGV technology maximises return-on-investment, internal buy-in and successful implementation.

At MasterMover we’ve spent 25 years building a solid range of industrial electric tugs delivering reliability time and time again. This, along with industry-leading AGV navigational and safety technology means we can support you on your journey to autonomous material handling.