When a truck cannot leave the line under its own power, production still needs to move. INOGEC developed RTM-002, a custom platform-type AGV that grips the tires, lifts the truck, and moves it through tight spaces.
Two modes: autonomous and manual. Fully omnidirectional truck movement uses freecaster dollies under the opposite wheels.
Inogec Omnidirectional driving system
LIDAR safety
Autonomous navigation
At the end of assembly, some trucks cannot move under their own power because of their assembly status or missing components. The previous method used forklifts with hoists and chains mounted on the forks, resulting in slow, imprecise handling with restricted operator visibility.
A custom AGV, a tire-gripping interface, and freecaster dollies form a system adapted to end-of-line constraints.
The U-shaped chassis engages around the wheels. Flexible gripping accommodates front or rear tires according to the configuration, and the integrated mechanism lifts the vehicle. RTM-002 has a lifting capacity of 25,000 lb.
INOGEC’s omnidirectional technology enables lateral and diagonal travel and rotation in place, supporting precise maneuvers in tight spaces and reducing aisle requirements.
Explore the driving system →Safety LIDAR detects obstacles in real time. Dynamic safety zones provide protection around the equipment and its load, reducing risks associated with manual handling.
Explore safety →In autonomous mode, BlueBotics technology follows preprogrammed routes. Manual mode gives the operator control for specific situations.
Explore navigation →Freecaster dollies support the truck’s opposite wheels. This combination enables 100% omnidirectional movement of the complete vehicle, making confined-space handling and storage-space use easier.
Heavy-truck handling concept renders: vehicle and freecaster dollies, raised position, and lowered position.
Faster extraction at the pace of the line, with fewer end-of-line bottlenecks.
Improved safety and elimination of complex, low-visibility maneuvers.
Fewer operators required and a standardized, more reliable process.
Better use of floor space through omnidirectional movement.
