AGV vehicles moving boxes through a warehouse

AGV White Paper

To Benefit From AGVs, Automated Warehouses Need Rugged Charging Capabilities

Powerful, flexible connections are a must as demand grows for mobile robots that provide a long product lifetime. Discover how the right connector solutions can help address the challenges associated with AGV charging and deliver improved performance.

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The volume of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) in the automated warehouse market has increased dramatically.  To meet the increasing demand for warehouse automation, AGV manufacturers must provide more powerful, longer-lasting technologies. This includes connectivity solutions that support uninterrupted operations along with efficient charging capabilities and battery management solutions. Charging stations that provide more power and charge vehicles faster can help operations improve efficiency through reduced charging downtime. 

What You Will Learn

Technological advancements in today’s charging connectors and cables can help address several key challenges associated with automated warehouse charging. These challenges include:  

  • Less-than-ideal warehouse environments that present challenges for seamless docking and charging.
  • Temperature spikes that increase energy costs and result in overheating. 
  • Frequent cycles of mating and unmating in autonomous charging that require precise position control. 
  • The demand for fast charging affects the technical features needed when specifying components for the charging connector. 

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Consider these six key technical features when specifying components for the charging connector.