In today’s fast-paced warehouse, distribution, and fulfillment environments, operational efficiency is everything. Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) have become staples in facilities run by major players like Amazon and Walmart. But as powerful as these robots are, there’s a hidden inefficiency and sustainability impact in how they’re typically powered: lithium-ion batteries.
Because these robots rely on battery charging stations, a percentage of the fleet is always idle – waiting to recharge rather than moving orders. To compensate, many fulfillment centers overbuild their robotic fleets by 10% or more — maintaining extra robots solely to rotate-in while others are offline and charging. These charging stations also require dedicated and valuable operational space — forcing robots to divert from their optimal paths and introducing further inefficiencies.
A Smarter Solution: Continuous Power-in-Motion Technology
At True Up Automation Integration (A&I) Division, our mission is to optimize integration efficiencies in distribution, fulfillment and warehouse automation. In addition to our turnkey conveyor and automation installation services, we are proud to be CaPow’s North American Distributor for the Power-in-Motion solution—a breakthrough in AMR energy management.
Rather than relying on traditional batteries, CaPow’s technology enables robots to draw power wirelessly through strategically placed floor mats embedded with antennas. Each robot is equipped with a Genesis™ receiver, allowing it to be continuously powered while in motion. No detours. No downtime. No idle robots.
We work with CaPow’s advanced software to map optimal mat placement and reconfigure robot routes, ensuring maximum power delivery while enhancing overall facility efficiency.
Introducing the Robot Fleet Savings Calculator
To help warehouse and logistics managers better understand the monetary impact of switching to Power-in-Motion technology, we’ve developed a new tool: the Robot Fleet Savings Calculator—now live on our website.
The calculator is quick and easy to use. Just answer four simple questions:
- How many minutes can your robots operate before needing to charge?
- What’s the average charging time?
- What is the size of your robotic fleet?
- What is your cost per robot?
With this information, the calculator instantly estimates the top-level savings your operation could achieve by eliminating the need for battery charging downtime, dedicated charging infrastructure, and redundant fleet members.
Curious about how much you could save?
Try the Robot Fleet Savings Calculator now and take the first step toward a leaner, smarter, and more profitable future.
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