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Are Mobile Robots Relevant For Your Operations?

Mobile robot–based solutions for internal transport are not industry-specific – they are use‑case specific. The question is not what sector you are in, but which repetitive internal flows you run every day.
If you recognize some of the typical use cases below, it is worth a structured assessment.

Currently, we offer free of charge non-binding opportunity assessments on site within 30km radius from Oslo, drafting possible solutions with preliminary ROI calculation.

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Use case example: moving pallet from automatic shrink wrappers to racks in the warehouse.

Robot-Friendly Automation Use Cases

(Click on categories below to explore specific use cases)

Inbound pallet transport

Example: from receiving docks to inspection or staging.

Put-away to storage

Example: pallets from inbound staging to racking or bulk storage; or collecting completed finished goods pallets from packing area in production and move to storage in warehouse.

Replenishment and buffer feeding

Example: moving pallets from reserve storage to consumption locations or to buffer zones in production area; or replenishing pallet positions for outbound mixed pallet consolidation in outbound prep area.

Order consolidation and outbound staging

Example: collecting full pallets from racking to outbound lanes as per picking order.

Pallet exchange between zones

Example: transfers between cold store and ambient areas for tempering or cooling, or between mezzanines and ground floor (with elevators or pallet lifts).

Returns handling and reverse logistics

Example: moving pallets from receiving to inspection, quarantine, or rework areas.

Empty pallet and packaging handling

Example: collecting empty pallets, crates, or roll cages and returning them to defined stacks or washing stations.

Raw material delivery to production lines

Example: from warehouse or silo areas to line-side consumption points (kanban).

Semifinished goods between process steps

Example: moving components between machining, assembly, painting, curing, etc.

Finished goods to packing and warehouse

Example: from end-of-line to packing, palletizing, or finished goods storage.

Line changeover with production buffer exchange

Example: delivering new components and removing leftovers when lines change variant or product type.

Tooling, fixtures, and consumables logistics

Example: transport of tools, fixtures, kanban bins, or consumables between toolrooms, maintenance, and lines.

Waste, scrap, and return material handling

Example: moving scrap bins, returnable packaging, or rejected material to defined areas.

In-process buffering and sequencing

Example: using mobile robots as “moving buffers” between steps with variable cycle times.

Cross-docking

Example: moving pallets directly from inbound to outbound dock areas with minimal storage and handling.

Transportation between storage area on a site

Example: moving goods between separate halls or buildings (via indoor corridors or sheltered outdoor paths)

Feeding automated systems (sorters, AS/RS, palletizers)

Example: bringing pallets to and from automated storage, sorters, or palletizing cells.

Staging for loading and route-based sequencing

Example: organizing pallets in loading sequence for trucks or routes.

Milk-run style internal logistics

Example: continuous loop routes serving multiple zones on a timed schedule.

Conveyor-to-conveyor / floor-to-conveyor bridging

Example: replaces or complements fixed conveyors where layouts are constrained or likely to change.

High-bay and narrow-aisle storage

Example: mobile robots working in tall, dense storage with tight clearances.

Shared human–robot workspaces

Example: robots moving through areas with pedestrians and manual forklifts, using advanced safety and obstacle avoidance.

24/7 and lights-out operations

Example: night and weekend replenishment, staging, or cross-docking when there is minimum or no staffing.

Request a non-binding site assessment!

Verify technical and operational feasibility
Prioritize flows with the highest impact
Sketch one or more solution scenarios
Indicate expected payback time

Ask for assessment on site

“It’s not just excellent robotic products, we provide complete solutions – flexible, scalable, and with performance guarantee”

Complete Solution – From Concept to Stable Operation

We deliver end‑to‑end robotics solutions, tailored to your existing infrastructure and processes:

Solution design, simulation and engineering
Delivery of robots, software and required integration
Adaptation or redesign of flows, layouts and equipment if needed

A complete scope can include, in addition to robots and fleet management:

New racking or buffer zones
Load carriers, pallet lifts and conveyors
Palletizing / depalletizing and interfacing equipment

Where relevant, we involve trusted specialist partners for sub‑systems – but you still have one contract and one point of contact.

Service & Support for Stable Industrial Operation

Structured ticket system with agreed and monitored service KPIs
Field service and remote support contracts for predictable response times
Optional functional guarantee up to 10 years, including defined support for hardware and software upgrades to keep the system current and available

Future‑Proof Robotics Platform Ready for Scale Up

In dynamic operations, automation solutions cannot be static. Our platforms are designed to be:

Adaptable – change routes, missions, priorities and control logic as flows evolve
Upgradable – add vehicles, zones, interfaces and functions without starting over
Scalable – grow from a pilot to multi‑line, multi‑area deployment on the same platform

We also offer training and competence‑building so your own team can handle day‑to‑day adjustments and get full value from the system over time.

Automation FAQ

What is the right way to start the automation journey?

If the company has no previous experience with robotic workforce, it is strongly recommended to start with a limited and simple scope as the first step. Not reaching for highest payback with multiple flows but seeking to learn first-hand what the implications, opportunities and limitations are with robots running around, specifically related to risk management, workflow adaptation and behavioural changes required from people collaborating or co-working with robots.

What if we already have some automation in place?

One of the advantages in partnership with Seer Robotics is that they have “open source” philosophy as part of their DNA and product design from the beginning. Their software and controllers are extremely friendly to 3rd party integrations. Our robots can talk to your palletizer, automatic gates and elevators, and any systems we decide to use for information exchange (e.g. available empty pallet locations in the racks, number of pallet in the buffer) or action triggering (new pallet ready for put-away in production FG buffer), be it WMS, MES, LES or ERP. As a customer you notice this only by getting lower programming/integration charges, when comparing our offer with others.

What are the requirements to the site?

There are several prerequisites for successful implementation, all related to ensuring conditions for safe operation. Even floors without larger dents, no steep inclination, sufficient distance between racks, sufficient space in the racks, good wi-fi coverage, controllable dust and humidity conditions (might affect sensors’ sensitivity, emergency breaking distance) etc. We cover all those items during an initial assessment.

Can you deliver ATEX approved or IP68 protection class robots?

The short answer is “yes”. Note however, that such modifications might increase your investment significantly and reduce ROI. There are usually many other attractive automation projects in the pipeline before such modifications are considered.

What’s the difference between AGV & AMR, and which is the best?

Both Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are designed to transport materials from A to B. However, the way they do that is completely different:

An Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) is an unmanned, computerized load carrier that moves through spaces following a predetermined route. An AGV typically uses wires, magnetic strips, or sensors to navigate. The AGV can detect obstacles, but it cannot navigate around them. So, it remains stationary until the obstacle is removed.
The advantage of an AGV is that it is very predictable: it always follows the most efficient predetermined route. The fact that it needs expensive hardware to navigate is a disadvantage. If the layout of the room is changed, the hardware must be adjusted accordingly to create new routes.

An Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) is an unmanned, computerized load carrier that uses software to calculate the most efficient route from A to B. When an AMR encounters an obstacle, it will move around it and calculate an alternative route.
The advantage of an AMR is that it can be flexibly (re)programmed based on the layout of the plant. Besides, an AMR can bypass obstacles and take an alternative route. One of the disadvantages, however, is that the flexible bypassing of obstacles takes time and thus reduces efficiency. You have less control over the route the robot is taking.

The ideal combination
So, both the AGV and the AMR have their advantages and disadvantages. In the ideal world, you combine the AMR’s flexibility with the efficiency and safety provided by an AGV. Seer Robotics has found a smart way of combining the advantages of both – AGV’s predictability and reliability and AMR’s flexibility and intelligent problem-solving. Robots from Seer Robotics use predetermined routes, like a classic AGV. However, these routes are software-based instead of hard-ware based, so you do not have to invest in expensive hardware. These virtual routes can be easily adjusted and optimized based on the production environment. If the layout is changed, because an additional assembly line is installed for example, the robot can be easily reconfigured using an intuitive software tool, without the need for any additional investments. You can decide where and when the robot can go around an obstacle and how this can be done (e.g. by moving up to 1m to the right if possible) – intelligent flexibility with full control!

Can you guarantee reliable and secure data exchange with your AMRs?

AMRs delivered by IA Technology come with a list of upgrades to the base configuration and one of them is upgrading the router to ensure safety, reliability and security of data flow between the different elements of the system. Our robots are equipped with industrial grade routers manufactured in EU which gives a number of important advantages vs many competitors:

Robust industrial hardware
DIN‑rail or panel‑mountable, wide operating temperature, vibration‑resistant.
Certified for industrial use; suitable for factory floors, warehouses, and vehicles.

Stable mobile connectivity (4G/5G)
Industrial routers with multi‑operator SIM support, failover between mobile and Wi‑Fi/Ethernet.
Good for AGVs that need continuous connection while roaming or moving between sites.

Easy remote management
Monitor, configure, and update routers remotely.
Useful for large fleets of robots: firmware updates, troubleshooting, SIM/data usage, all centralized.

Strong security features
Built‑in VPN (OpenVPN, IPsec, WireGuard), firewall, user management.
Supports secure tunnels from robots back to your cloud or control center without complex custom setups.

Flexible interfaces
Ethernet, Wi‑Fi, serial (RS‑232/485), digital I/O on many models.
Makes it easier to interface with PLCs, controllers, safety systems, and sensors in the robot.

Good price/performance and availability
Generally cheaper than many “big brand” industrial routers with similar features.
Wide portfolio and good European distribution; easier to scale fleets.

Configurable and scriptable
Linux‑based OS with support for custom scripts, Modbus, MQTT, etc.
Fits well into IIoT architectures and cloud‑based fleet management systems.

Tell us about your automation idea

Whether you are assessing a first pilot or planning a full material handling and flow transformation, we are ready to help you map opportunities, evaluate feasibility, and define a clear next step.

Initial site assessment and concept ideas
Business case and ROI estimation
Technology recommendations and roadmap
Project planning and implementation

Applied Robotics AS
Phone: (+47) 40 61 27 35

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