Modular AMR for High-density Case Picking

Lowpad has announced the launch of the Lowpad X, a new addition to its modular Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) fleet.

The Lowpad X is a compact, modular AMR designed for case-picking operations. Built on the same proven platform as the Lowpad M, S, and F models, it features omnidirectional movement, providing optimal manoeuvrability in narrow aisles and space-constrained environments. This capability enables high pick density and boosts productivity.

Key characteristics

Flexible load carrier interface: The Lowpad X supports common pallet types for advanced picking or handling tasks.

Omnidirectional driving: Enables a minimal turning radius, making the AMR suitable for complex layouts and space-constrained operations.

Designed for case picking: Optimised for intralogistics processes involving high-frequency, high-accuracy item handling. Long operational autonomy: Delivers up to 9 hours of continuous runtime on a single battery charge.

The Lowpad X is fully integrated with Lowpad’s software platform, enabling customers to manage and scale mixed fleets within a single control environment. This ensures optimal coordination of transport flows and reduces operational complexity.

First deployment

Lowpad will deliver the first series of 80 Lowpad X units as part of a fleet of AMRs, which also includes Lowpad F and Lowpad S models, to a warehouse in the United Kingdom. Together, these 110 autonomous mobile robots will automate a Dynamic Zone Picking process managed by Lowpad Supervisor software.

Erik van Leeuwenstijn, CEO of Lowpad, said “the Lowpad X reflects our ongoing commitment to scalable and flexible automation for intralogistics. It serves as a natural extension of our existing range, offering customers enhanced capabilities in high-throughput environments.”

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Home Bargains, a high-street discount retailer, has successfully implemented a large-scale automated marshalling solution from Lowpad at its Amesbury, UK distribution centre. This initiative addresses recruitment challenges and optimizes the final stage of its modern warehouse facility, creating a 24/7 operational marshalling solution managed by Lowpad’s fleet manager software.

Home Bargains’ Amesbury distribution centre faced significant recruitment challenges due to its remote location, requiring a large workforce for labour-intensive tasks. To alleviate the recruitment burden and reduce operational costs, Home Bargains implemented an automated marshalling process. The new system processes over 200,000 roll cages weekly using 91 Lowpad AMRs and 36 handover locations, 21 of which are fully automated.

Chris Tilly, General Manager of Home Bargains, praised the impact of Lowpad’s solution: “Lowpad has significantly reduced the number of workers needed, considerably decreasing staff numbers, helping us achieve our cost-saving goals and addressing our recruitment challenges.”

Lowpad effectively integrated new equipment with Home Bargains’ existing infrastructure, creating a fully integrated process. This streamlined, automated process now requires minimal manual intervention, from pallet intake into the warehouse to dispatch pick stock in roll cages, resulting in an effective, 24/7 operational system that significantly reduces the dependency on manual resources.

Jonathan van den Dool, Sales Director at Lowpad, highlighted the project’s success: “Lowpad’s automation solution not only streamlined Home Bargains’ operations but also addressed critical recruitment challenges. Implementing a fully integrated system in an existing and operational environment demonstrates our capability to provide effective brownfield automation solutions for retail distribution.”

Key features of the project:

– Processes over 200,000 roll cages weekly
– Utilizes 91 Lowpads, managed by Lowpad Supervisor software
– Includes 36 handover locations, 21 of which are fully automated

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