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The "Conveyor-type AGV" is a type of automated guided vehicle used in a wide range of fields such as manufacturing and logistics centers. When synchronized with existing conveyors in the production area, transportation between conveyors becomes significantly smoother, and its customizable height is a notable feature. Additionally, it has collision prevention functions, making it easy for people to cross the transportation route, greatly enhancing factory efficiency and spatial configuration flexibility. 【Features】 ■ Automatic operation along a programmed route ■ Route can be changed, making production line and layout modifications easy ■ Reduces time and costs without the need for manual labor ■ Equipped with collision prevention functions ■ Easy for people to cross the transportation route *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "Special Type AGV (Concept Model)" is an automated guided vehicle customized for specific applications and environments. Unlike general AGVs, it is designed to meet special conditions and requirements. Additionally, it can perform exactly the same roles as a human, and by adding a "hand" in the form of a robot to the "foot" of the AGV, the scope of work has greatly expanded. 【Features】 ■ Various customizations available to suit applications ■ Equipped with collaborative robots ■ Capable of performing exactly the same roles as a human ■ Designed to meet special conditions and requirements *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "towing type AGV" is an unmanned transport vehicle specifically designed to tow trailers and carts. It is capable of transporting large quantities of goods or long items at once, and is mainly used in large-scale manufacturing facilities and logistics centers. Additionally, it demonstrates significant power in cases where it sends finished products to inspection processes or delivers them to shipping areas in the final stages. 【Features】 ■ Can transport many goods even with low thrust ■ Exhibits strength in cases of transporting large quantities over long distances ■ Can connect and transport multiple carts ■ Mainly used in large-scale manufacturing facilities and logistics centers *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "Flat Body Type AGV and Heavy-Duty Type AGV" are automated guided vehicles capable of transporting various shapes and sizes of cargo. They can safely and securely transport heavy loads (approximately 5t to 40t) automatically. The flat body type features a flat body design, allowing it to carry a wide variety of cargo. Additionally, since this product operates on the ground, it offers high stability and significantly reduces risks. 【Standard Features (Partial)】 ■ Forward, backward, and spin turn ■ Contact stop bumper ■ Emergency stop button ■ Alarm ■ Obstacle sensor *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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The "Low-floor AGV" is an automatic guided vehicle with a very low height from the floor surface. By aligning pins or tables with the entry point of a caster-equipped cart, it enables integrated transportation with the cart. Additionally, high-performance sensors can prevent collision accidents, and there is no need for personnel to be stationed at the front and back, allowing for minimal transportation space. 【Features】 ■ Low height from the floor surface ■ Lift-up function (elevating pins and tables) ■ Capable of transporting basket carts and carriers ■ Small footprint during transportation, making process design easy ■ Can be linked with elevators (requires separate modifications) *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Automated guided vehicles (AGV, RGV)

We would like to introduce the process of AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) implementation that we carry out. In the design phase, we plan the transportation routes and placement locations based on customer interviews, selecting the appropriate types and functions of AGVs. We design the body structure and appearance, and create drawings and models using CAD software. Additionally, we design the software and control systems used for AGV control, and carry out manufacturing, adjustments, and implementation at the customer's site, including operational testing. 【Process (Partial)】 ■ Inquiry ■ Create plans and estimates ■ Design ■ System construction ■ Manufacturing and adjustments *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Automated guided vehicles (AGV, RGV)

Our company is one of the few AGV manufacturers in the country that specializes in custom-made solutions. We do not say no to the challenges our customers face; instead, we overcome various difficulties with wisdom and ingenuity to propose solutions. With our AGVs, we can not only improve the efficiency of transportation operations but also transform the entire production site. Only custom-made AGVs can streamline the entire production line and brighten the spirits of the people working there. 【Features】 ■ Streamlining the entire production line ■ Brightening the spirits of the workforce ■ Improving the efficiency of transportation operations ■ Transforming the entire production site *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of Nichirei Foods Co., Ltd. Funabashi Plant, which has implemented an "Inter-Process Transport System (Conveyor Type)." At the company, transportation tasks were previously performed manually every 248 seconds on the production line. However, cardboard boxes stacked by robots were prone to collapsing, necessitating manual wrapping with stretch film before transportation, which posed safety concerns. In response, our company ensured that the AGV connecting the processes matched the height and speed of the ground conveyor, maintaining a constant acceleration and deceleration during operation, thereby achieving stable transportation. Additionally, the system automatically transports items to the wrapping machine, eliminating the need for manual handling and improving safety. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Processed Food Industry ■Implemented System: Inter-Process Transport System (Conveyor Type) ■Client: Nichirei Foods Co., Ltd. Funabashi Plant *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of a certain automotive parts manufacturer that implemented an "Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) System." The company planned to introduce automated guided vehicles due to changes in the factory layout, but a challenge arose with the low transfer height of the conveyor in relation to the weight of the workpiece-loaded pallets. With a transfer height of only 250mm, there was a risk of operators needing to push the workpieces onto the AGV, which posed a danger of people riding on the AGV. To address this, a checker plate was laid on the AGV conveyor roller section, and the design was considered with strength in mind for any unforeseen circumstances. By achieving a transfer height of 250mm with the AGV, the need for modifications to the existing ground conveyor was minimized. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Manufacturing ■System Implemented: Automated Guided Vehicle System ■Implementation Site: A certain automotive parts manufacturer *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where a certain textile manufacturer replaced their aging AGVs. The AGVs that had been in use were becoming outdated, and it was time to update the system. They had the option to either replace just the AGV bodies or to update the entire system, including the course. By reusing the existing course and reintroducing the AGVs, they were able to achieve a cost-effective update. The updated AGVs are equipped with touch panels, significantly improving the operability of transport instructions. Additionally, the specifications have been designed to allow for smooth integration into the production line after charging, enhancing work efficiency. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Manufacturing ■System Implemented: Unmanned Transport System ■Implementation Location: A certain textile manufacturer *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where a certain electronics manufacturer implemented a "Container Unmanned Transport System." Since the transfer heights of the input and output ports are different, it was essential to have a function that allows the transfer slide table on the AGV to be raised and lowered. Additionally, to ensure that containers are reliably placed onto the free rollers, the transfer slide table was equipped with a function to slide horizontally as well. By enabling the conveyor in the storage rack to operate as free rollers, unmanned transport was achieved solely with the cost of introducing the AGV. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Manufacturing ■Implemented System: Container Unmanned Transport System ■Implementation Location: A certain electronics manufacturer *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of a certain manufacturer that implemented an "Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) System." The company planned to update their AGVs due to the aging of the AGVs they were using from another manufacturer. As a result, they introduced an automated transport system in a 24-hour operating factory where parts produced by molding machines are placed into resin containers, and when a certain quantity is reached, a transport request is sent to the AGVs. In the update plan, it was evaluated that reusing the existing magnetic course and equipping the vehicle with a touch panel would make it easier to check the status of the AGVs and operate them, leading to the adoption of Shikou's AGVs. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Manufacturing ■Implemented System: Automated Guided Vehicle System ■Client: A certain manufacturer *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of a certain parts factory that has implemented an "Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) System." The pallet transportation process, which was previously carried out using manual vehicles, has been automated with AGVs. When a transportation request is made via the control panel, the AGV is instructed to transport the pallets through a LAN wireless connection, allowing for the automatic supply of empty pallets and the dispensing of actual pallets. Additionally, we have adopted an automatic charging system that allows the AGVs to charge while on standby. 【Case Overview】 ■ Industry: Manufacturing ■ Implemented System: Automated Guided Vehicle System ■ Location: Certain Parts Factory *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where a "pallet transport AGV" was implemented in an ink manufacturing factory. The transport weight is 1500 kg, and the external dimensions (mm) are 1350W × 2700L × 900H. Additionally, the steering is independent for the front and rear. It employs manual charging, and the transfer method is a roller conveyor. For more details about the case, please refer to the related link. 【Case Overview】 ■ Industry: Manufacturing ■ Implemented System: Pallet Transport AGV ■ Installation Location: Ink Manufacturing Factory ■ Communication Method: Optical Communication ■ Transfer Method: Roller Conveyor ■ Charging Method: Manual Charging *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Here is a case study of the introduction of an "Inter-factory Transport AGV." The external dimensions (mm) are 2690W × 4650L × 3100H, and the steering is a 4-wheel knuckle type. The speed is 60m/min, and the transport weight is 3000kg. Additionally, for outdoor operation, a roof and sheet shutter have been equipped for the transport work. For more details about the case, please refer to the related links. 【Case Overview】 ■ Industry: Logistics and Warehousing ■ Introduced System: Inter-factory Transport AGV ■ Transport Work ・Transport Weight: 2600kg ・Size (mm): 1300W × 1000L, capable of transporting 4 pallets ・Equipped with a roof and sheet shutter for outdoor operation *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the introduction of a "waste transport AGV" at a nuclear power plant. The speed is 50m/min, and the transport weight is 400kg. Additionally, the steering is a 4-wheel knuckle type. The external dimensions (mm) are 1200W × 1900L × 1200H. For more details about the case, please refer to the related link. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Nuclear Power Plant ■System Introduced: Waste Transport ■Transport Work ・Transport Weight: 350kg ・Size (mm): 800W × 1000L ・Drive System: 4WD *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case of replacing an AGV from another company that was introduced by Yoshu Short Board Industry Co., Ltd. 24 years ago. The company was transporting 4-meter long, 2-ton metal round bars, but maintenance became difficult due to aging. Additionally, they were struggling to find a manufacturer capable of replacing the AGV and handling long items. With the replacement, the transport weight was upgraded from 2 tons to a maximum of 3 tons. The driving direction was enhanced to allow not only forward and backward movement but also lateral and diagonal movement. Moreover, prioritizing safety above all, laser obstacle sensors were installed on the front and sides to ensure the safety of surrounding workers. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Manufacturing ■System Implemented: Unmanned Transport System ■Client: Yoshu Short Board Industry Co., Ltd. (Metal Processing Manufacturer) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study where Asahi Makam Co., Ltd. has implemented a "Forklift-type Roll Transport AGV." Conventional AGVs had large body sizes, making it difficult to enter roll warehouses, and they were stored via transfer devices. Additionally, fibers and other debris would adhere to the drive unit, complicating maintenance. With the introduction of our product, the body size has been reduced, allowing for automatic storage in roll warehouses. Furthermore, a brush has been equipped on the drive unit to address fiber debris, improving maintainability. [Case Overview] ■ Industry: Textile ■ Implemented System: Forklift-type Roll Transport AGV ■ Client: Asahi Makam Co., Ltd. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where a customer in the plywood manufacturing industry has implemented a "forklift-type AGV (automated guided vehicle)." In manufacturing sites, pallets and products transported between processes are often handled using forklifts, which has increased the workload on operators in high-production environments and logistics facilities. In response, our company has developed a compact AGV by limiting the lifting capacity and using an electric motor. It can transport weights of up to 1 ton and perform spin turns using differential steering with two wheels, enabling practical operation. [Case Overview] - Industry: Plywood Manufacturing - System Implemented: Forklift-type AGV (automated guided vehicle) - Implementation Site: Plywood Manufacturing Company *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of a certain automobile manufacturer that implemented a "mold transportation system." Transportation generally uses overhead cranes, but the need for operating qualifications and safety considerations, along with limited movement distances, made frequent mold changes inconvenient for the customer. With an AGV capable of transporting heavy loads, safe transportation can be achieved without limiting movement distances. When proposing transportation of over 5 tons, Shikou collaborates with Sano Vehicle Manufacturing Co., Ltd. to create specialized vehicles for heavy loads, enabling AGV modifications. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Automobile Manufacturing ■Implemented System: Mold Transportation System ■Client: A certain automobile manufacturer *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case where a customer in the metal processing industry implemented a "slide fork-equipped AGV (automated guided vehicle)." The customer's challenge before implementation was to "utilize the effective area of the manufacturing line in narrow passages where forklifts and similar equipment cannot be used." To address this, a lift-and-slide device was mounted on the AGV. By using a side-loading slide lift with a 1350mm long stroke to lift a 500kg workpiece, the effective area of the manufacturing line was increased, contributing to improved production efficiency. 【Case Overview】 ■ Industry: Metal processing ■ System implemented: Slide fork-equipped AGV (automated guided vehicle) ■ Implementation site: Metal processing industry *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the replacement of the "Large Roll Transport AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle)" that was introduced 20 years ago. Before the introduction, the transfer of rolls was controlled hydraulically, which resulted in oil adhering to the floor and transported items, as well as requiring maintenance efforts for replenishing hydraulic oil. Therefore, we changed the transfer device from hydraulic to servo motors. This eliminated the need for hydraulic oil management, improved the working environment, and by using Mitsubishi controllers, we enhanced safety measures to comply with Category 3, improving maintainability. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Environmental Related ■System Introduced: Large Roll Transport AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) ■Implementation Site: Film Roll Manufacturing Industry *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the "ultra-low floor AGV" for exhibitions. Equipped with a flat table with a height of 160 mm, it can slide under carts in logistics sites and perform lift transportation. The transport weight is 350 kg. In the future, we will also begin development of an AMR (autonomous mobile robot) equipped with a camera. By using a tablet device for the display monitor, remote operation has become possible. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Exhibition ■System Introduced: Ultra-low floor AGV ■Implementation Location: For exhibitions *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of the "Collaborative Robot Equipped AGV" for exhibitions. We have built a production system using autonomous robots. The guidance method employs image recognition through vision cameras, and we have adopted contact-based automatic charging. We will propose solutions tailored to your process design. Please feel free to contact us when needed. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: For exhibitions ■Implemented System: Collaborative Robot Equipped AGV ■Installation Location: For exhibitions *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce the case of Sophia, which has two wards, implementing a "Meal Delivery System (Automated Guided Vehicle)." On rainy and windy days, staff members travel between the two wards to transport "meals," "linens," and "waste." The development of this AGV was driven by the board's desire to "reduce the burden on staff." The biggest challenge in the development was the requirement for the vehicle to operate outdoors. This AGV can handle inclines of up to 3 degrees and uneven surfaces of less than 5mm. Additionally, since transportation to each floor is necessary, it is also linked to the elevator system. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Hospital-related ■Implemented System: Meal Delivery System (Automated Guided Vehicle) ■Implementation Site: Disability Support Facility Sophia *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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At the Omika business office, a plan has been established to automate the transportation of over several hundred cart trolleys as part of the installation of an automated line. Since it is difficult to modify all the cart trolleys in the company for towing purposes, we decided to equip the AGV table with a lift function to "load and transport" them. Given that the bottom height of the cart trolleys is 200 millimeters, the AGV was designed at a height of 180 millimeters, taking clearance into consideration. We also applied the previously developed low-profile flat table AGV with a height of 160 millimeters to achieve compact lift mechanisms and low-profile transfer. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Infrastructure Systems Company ■Implemented System: Cart Trolley Transport AGV ■Implementation Location: Hitachi, Ltd. Omika Business Office *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce a case study of a roll processing company that has implemented a "Long Roll Transport System." Since crane operations must always be performed by an operator, high transport distances and frequency became an issue regarding the operator's time constraints, leading to the consideration of alternative transport methods. An all-directional AGV was introduced, improving flexible layout design and increasing the stability of the vehicle's drive, enabling a safe and secure process design. 【Case Overview】 ■Industry: Manufacturing (Environmental-related) ■Implemented System: Long Roll Transport System ■Client: Roll Processing Company *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The transportation of heavy objects mainly uses overhead cranes. However, since crane operations must always be performed by an operator, high transportation distances and frequencies can lead to issues with the operator's time constraints, prompting the consideration of alternative transportation methods. Therefore, based on Shikou's track record, an all-directional AGV capable of transportation was introduced, accommodating forward and backward movement as well as lateral and diagonal movement, enhancing flexible layout design and increasing the stability of the vehicle's drive, enabling a safe and secure process design.

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Building a production system with autonomous robots Next-generation AGV - AGV equipped with collaborative robots (Automated Guided Vehicle)

• Picking robots (shelf transport robots, arm picking robots)

The AGV (automated guided vehicle) introduced at a support facility for people with disabilities in Okinawa runs along outdoor corridors to transport meals and linens. During its development, we overcame various challenges, including issues unique to Okinawa such as rain, wind, and the intrusion of geckos. Now, it is operated proudly as a robot by our customers.

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