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AMR fleet management: AI as a driver of efficiency

Intelligent software solution KUKA.AMR for central management and monitoring of a heterogeneous AMR fleet in real time. Benefit from AI-based process planning and process optimization as well as simple start-up in a single package – with no need for programming. Seamless integration into existing customer systems guaranteed.


AMR fleet management made easy

The AI-based fleet management software KUKA.AMR enables the mapping of numerous industrial scenarios in which complex production environments with dynamic obstacles, persons, door openings and elevators are skillfully mastered. The entire AMR fleet is controlled autonomously, with obstacles avoided and routes replanned in real time according to traffic in order to ensure smooth and efficient operation.

Regardless of the robot manufacturer and vehicle type, the traffic and job management of all autonomous mobile robots can be carried out in a single environment. Simple drag-and-drop configuration of logistics processes enables fast start-up of the AMRs.

Efficient control and coordination in warehouses and production shops

  • Quick and easy start-up thanks to no-code programming 

  • Seamless integration of AMRs and peripheral equipment into the existing system environment

  • Efficient planning of jobs and transport routes with AI algorithms

  • Reliable and safe obstacle detection in a dynamic environment

KUKA.AMR: optimized material flow, maximum safety, automated operational control

Fleet management software independent of vehicle manufacturer: In addition to the autonomous mobile robots from KUKA, the KUKA.AMR software also controls third-party vehicles that can be integrated via the VDA-5050 interface. 

Discover the complete fleet management software for your AMR fleet

With KUKA.AMR Fleet, you can network and orchestrate your mobile robots highly efficiently. KUKA.AMR Studio is used as a user-friendly interface for job planning and start-up. The combination of the two software packages gives you maximum flexibility and scalability.

Start-up with no-code programming

The configuration and provision of the mobile robot fleet as well as the organization of all jobs and maintenance work are carried out using the start-up tool KUKA.AMR Studio. Thanks to the intuitive drag-and-drop functionality and a comprehensive function library, it is particularly easy to use – with no programming required for configuration. AMR routes can be intuitively replanned or modified in a map of the production environment. Live graph updates also enable adaptations during ongoing production.

Full integration into existing customer systems

Thanks to a standard API platform, the KUKA.AMR Fleet Manager can be seamlessly integrated into existing IT and automation systems. With the VDA-5050 interface, it is possible to integrate a heterogeneous fleet of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), including AMRs from KUKA and vehicles from other manufacturers, as well as conventional automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and conventional industrial trucks. Furthermore, this interface also allows easy connection to PLC controllers of industrial machinery, fire alarm systems, building systems and peripheral equipment, ensuring efficient management of the entire fleet. SECS/GEM interfaces enable full AMR interoperability in semiconductor, photovoltaic and electronics production.

Moreover, KUKA.AMR Fleet can be smoothly integrated into the surrounding WMS and ERP/MES systems. Fleet management is the digital upgrade that paves the way to the smart factory.

The flexible material flow using the example of e-car production is realized through the AI-supported orchestration of AGVs and AMR in all relevant processes.

Workflow management thanks to artificial intelligence

The fleet management software optimizes the use of AMRs by intelligently distributing transport jobs, thereby minimizing costs. Using advanced AI algorithms, the software analyzes current transport jobs, positions, and charge levels in real time. The goal is to minimize the number of AMRs required and to increase operational efficiency. This reduces procurement and operating costs, making the solution more attractive to customers.

Various AMRs, including conventional automated guided vehicle systems (AGVS), are managed by the AI to create an optimal workflow. 

Safe obstacle avoidance in real environments

The AI-based fleet manager KUKA.AMR Fleet offers a function whereby the AMRs can react to all obstacles in real time. Based on the data from the vehicle software, it dynamically adapts the routes of the robots in order to avoid collisions. In the event of conversions or maintenance work on production systems, the corresponding areas can simply be disabled in the fleet management map. The AMRs then automatically search for alternative routes. 

Navigate to greater efficiency with intelligent fleet management

Do you need more information about fleet management? We will be happy to advise you on the use of automated guided vehicle systems in your company.

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