An automated guided vehicle (AGV) system capable of handling a range of warehouse transport tasks and pallet types has been developed by Toyota Material Handling Europe.
According to its developers, the Swarm Automation Transport system combines the company’s SAI125CB automated counterbalance stacker with its T-ONE control software platform, allowing for coordination across automated and mixed fleets.
Source: Toyota Material Handling
Further, the system is designed to support multiple warehouse flows — such as pallet transport, stacking and replenishment — while also integrating with existing automation and manual operations.
The system is a flexible warehouse automation solution designed to handle multiple tasks like pallet transport, stacking and replenishment while working alongside both automated and manual operations. It supports various pallet types and loading methods, making it appropriate for logistics, manufacturing, retail and e-commerce environments.
It can function either as a fully automated system or in a hybrid setup, allowing gradual adoption of automation. The platform integrates with existing warehouse technologies, including automated reach trucks, enabling pallet storage at different heights.
Overall, the platform emphasizes scalability, efficiency and accessibility, with features like lithium-ion batteries for improved energy use and a 360° safety system to enhance operational safety.
