Features/Benefits Provided: Operates 24/7 ensuring continuous product movement and trailer loading. Reduces labor and operating costs while maintaining trailer load time. Minimizes human exposure to potentially harmful spills and accidents. Picks up pallets from anywhere in the warehouse and loads any standard trailer.

The future is here with the introduction of the Automatic Trailer Loading (ATL) AGV. A major bottling company is using 11 ATLs three shifts a day, five to seven days a week to reduce operating costs - particularly the costs associated with its continuous trailer loading operations. In addition to labor costs, the bottler was experiencing high costs related to down time, equipment maintenance and damaged product. The ATL is providing an innovative way to reduce costs associated with product movement within the warehouse while maintaining trailer load time and accommodating peak loading periods with less effort.

The ATL moves loads into conventional trailers without guidance wires, lasers or magnets. The ATL uses inertial guidance systems to reliably deliver palletized loads in multiple configurations into any standard over-the-road trailer. Two different guidance systems maximize the loading capabilities of the ATL. The trailer loading guidance system utilizes sensors to guide the vehicle in-trailer loading operations. When maneuvering around the warehouse, the ATL relies on an inertial guidance system and an on-board Vehicle Control Computer to accurately maintain the intended path and perform required tasks. Transponder devices embedded in the floor are sensed by the ATL to identify its exact location. A vehicle management system is also used to provide real-time control and monitoring of all vehicles within the system.

The ATL allows the bottling facility to maintain its current operating schedule while reducing manpower and associated costs. The vehicle also increases the overall efficiency of loading operations by working around the clock. The ATL solved the client's productivity and product protection needs while reducing transportation and equipment costs. The customer ordered an additional 25 ATLs and has plans to automate several more facilities.

 
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