Automated Guided Vehicles for Optimized Intralogistics Processes

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Maximize the efficiency of your company by using intralogistics solutions by Grenzebach. An optimized material flow noticeably increases your productivity: We offer solutions that move you forward, make your working environment sustainably safer and processes more efficient!

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Intralogistics solutions from a single source with reliable service: Trust our years of experience in automation solutions and rely on the quality of German made products and engineering.

>20

years of expertise

70+

installed system environments

1000+

automated guided vehicles in operation worldwide

>3

locations in Germany, USA, Romania, and China

FAQ

What Is Intralogistics?

What Is Intralogistics?

Intralogistics optimized the organization and control of the flow of materials and goods through a warehouse, distribution center or production facility. This includes efficiently handling processes, minimizing costs, integrating software and products to automate material handling of goods.

What Are Automated Guided Vehicles, and How Do They Work?

What Are Automated Guided Vehicles, and How Do They Work?

Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) are automated transport systems that are not directly controlled by humans and transport materials independently within production and warehouse environments. They consist of self-propelled transport vehicles known as AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicle) as well as the corresponding software and peripherals.

Where Are Automated Guided Vehicles Used?

Where Are Automated Guided Vehicles Used?

Automated guided vehicles ensure optimal material flows in intralogistics, among other areas. They are used for transporting goods, order picking in production and warehouses along with providing all supporting peripherals to transport materials.

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How Can Logistics Processes Be Optimized with AGVs?

How Can Logistics Processes Be Optimized with AGVs?

Intelligent software solutions organize your intralogistics in such a way that an optimal cost-benefit ratio is achieved. At Grenzebach, we are at your side with a wide range of software solutions:

The Fleet Manager coordinates and optimizes material flow, vehicle movements and processes in your production and warehouse environment.

The Warehouse Control System (WCS) handles warehouse management tasks and controls logistical processes in your automated parts transport.

The software Statistics collects, monitors, and analyzes all vehicle and facility data of your intralogistics system.

The Security Manager manages your company’s authentications and authorizations.

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Why Are Intralogistics Processes Being Automated?

Advantages

Efficiency:

Workflows and material flows are optimized by using AGVs for intralogistics processes.

Autarky:

AGVs by Grenzebach support your skilled workers and ensure flexible operations 24/7.

Occupational Health and Safety

Ergonomic processes reduce the strain on your employees.

Flexibility:

Automated systems are easily scalable and can adjust to fluctuations in production demands.

Safety:

AGVs can take over operations in hazardous environments and protect your employees from safety risks.

Reliability:

AGVs work reliably and ensure that goods are in the right place at the right time.

“At Grenzebach, we believe that automating logistics processes with automated guided vehicles offers the best balance between flexibility and efficiency in many use cases. Our solutions take a holistic approach and include hardware, software and service - all from a single source.”

MICHAEL KAMMERHOFER Head of Intralogistics

Use Cases for Intralogistics Solutions by Grenzebach

We offer solutions that are tailored to your exact requirements. Learn more about our solution profile for the following areas:

Automated-Goods-Transport

Automated goods transport enables your company to handle the increasing complexity of production and manufacturing.

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Process Linking

Intralogistics solutions with automated guided vehicles (AGVs) from Grenzebach support the linking of processing steps in your production to form an overall concept.

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Automotive

For the automotive industry, Grenzebach offers numerous intralogistics solutions that enable optimized production logistics.

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Goods-to-Person

Automated processes in commissioning increase your company's efficiency: Automated guided vehicles from Grenzebach independently transport goods and products from one place to another.

Zone Pick

Automated zone picking with AGVs can help warehouse and manufacturing operations increase the efficiency and accuracy of their goods distribution and reduce operating costs.

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Case Pick

Our case-pick solutions optimize the autonomous picking of mixed pallets onto target pallets.

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References

The vehicles are controlled and monitored by the Grenzebach Fleet Manager

BENTELER receives a tailored transport system for large goods carriers in tight spaces

“ We contacted more than ten suppliers, and in the end Grenzebach won the contract with a convincing technical concept and personal commitment. We still stand by this decision today. ”

Alexander Gerendt

Project and Production Engineer Plant BENTELER Group

Open intralogistics system with plenty of room for customization

“ We need to adapt our working environment on a regular basis. That's why we need an open, flexible system that we can adapt ourselves. We have only found such a solution at Grenzebach. ”

DIRK FISCHER

Management Technology König + Neurath

Landmarked building of the Swiss Post automated intelligently

“ Making logistical use of existing buildings in urban areas already offers many advantages that will increase in the future. Companies are moving ever closer to their customers in order to shorten the last mile. Intralogistics systems, such as those of Swiss Post, make this possible in the first place. This came about through the successful cooperation with Grenzebach. We see this as a milestone for the future of intralogistics. ”

RUDOLF STETTEN

Head of Project Management at Gilgen Logistics

Optimal picking of Würth goods for Europe

“ At Würth in Kupferzell, goods are handled for subsidiaries and shipments to end customers throughout Europe. To ensure that individual warehouses can be supplied according to their individual needs, consignments must be picked accordingly. Grenzebach supported Würth in designing and implementing an optimal utilization concept for their buildings. ”

Würth GmbH & Co. KG

Grenzebach contributes to award-winning intralogistics at Porsche in Leipzig

“ No two cars are the same these days; models are made to order. The right seats and back seats must therefore be provided at the right time at the right place on the production line.

The 30 L1200S automated guided vehicles master this task in up to three shifts. Containers delivered by the supplier with the components to be transported are taken over directly to the delivery area for this purpose. ”

Frank Röske

Head of Logistics Planning Porsche Plant Porsche Werk

An intelligent fleet for the Audi A8

“ The manufacturing of the new Audi A8 in Neckarsulm follows the principles of the smart factory. The core piece for the intelligent process network consists of 30 Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), type L1200S. They are integrated into the smart factory using the Fleet Manager and their main task is the timely supply of custom-fit components to the manufacturing islands. The integration of the L1200S happened during the current model change on double shift operation. ”

Audi AG Werk

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We are here for you - anytime, anywhere. As your partner and companion for intralogistics solutions, we consistently think ahead for your solutions and offer you excellent and reliable service throughout the entire life cycle of your systems.