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Why Choose BlueBotics – “They Opened up the Future” says Toyota Automated Logistics [Case Study]

When customers demanded more flexibility than its magnetically guided AGVs could offer, Toyota Automated Logistics (formerly Bastian Solutions) turned to BlueBotics. ANT has enabled new use cases to be addressed and new vehicle formats to be developed, leading to sustained long-term growth.

Safe Automation: How Manufacturers Can Design for AGV Safety

There’s a lot of information out there about staying safe around automated vehicles as they work. But how can a manufacturer ensure their AGV is safe before it hits the shop floor?

Is it SLAM Navigation? 7 ANT Navigation Myths Busted

We dispel the most common myths about BlueBotics’ ANT navigation technology, starting with that SLAM question…

Automated Supply Chain Projects to Celebrate Supply Chain Day

Efficiency and accuracy are key to the logistics sector, so it makes sense that the global supply chain is embracing automation. Supply Chain Day showcases logistics by showing the public what goes on behind the scenes of the global supply chain.

AGV Navigation Methods 2: Virtual Path Following

In part 2 of our guide to AGV navigation methods we explore virtual path following technologies like laser triangulation, vision guidance and natural navigation.

AGV Navigation Methods 1: Line Following and Tags

In part 1 of this guide to AGV navigation methods we explore physical line following technologies and tags.

5 AGV Development Mistakes to Avoid

AGV development is a complicated business. A robust, easy-to-use mobile robot could drive your vehicle business for years, but the process packed full of potential pitfalls. Read our top tips.

Automation ROI: Using Nipper AGVs to meet resource optimization goals

“We’ve been able to meet our target headcount reduction, of approximately 73%, and it’s also led the way for us to explore other AGV possibilities.”

7 Tips to Ensure AGV Commissioning Success

BlueBotics’ team of expert engineers has installed, and helped customers to install, hundreds of AGVs and mobile robots at sites around the world. Here are our seven top tips for AGV commissioning success.

5 business reasons to develop automated forklifts

Many of today’s leading lift truck manufacturers offer automated forklifts. However, there are several companies who do not, and whose product portfolios are therefore not ready to capitalize on the growth of the AGV market. Is your business one of these?

Automated hospital logistics: How AGVs are keeping PPE moving

The COVID-19 pandemic has put unprecedented strain on hospitals and care facilities. But a recent push towards automating hospital logistics has freed up both healthcare workers and support staff to continue the urgent work of fighting the pandemic.

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