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KOFON®’s Precision Drive Solutions for AMR Robots in Intelligent Warehousing Logistics


In the rapidly evolving landscape of intelligent warehousing logistics, KOFON® emerges as a pioneer in delivering advanced mechanical transmission solutions tailored for AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robot) systems. By integrating cutting-edge technologies with deep customization capabilities, KOFON® empowers AMR platforms to achieve unparalleled performance in agility, payload capacity, and operational reliability.

 

1. Innovative Drive Systems: The KGV Wheel Technology

At the core of KOFON®’s AMR drive solutions lies the KGV Wheel, a groundbreaking design optimized for space-constrained environments. This compact planetary gear system incorporates a helical gearing and a patented Master Caged Spindle Carrier®, which enhances structural rigidity and torque density by 30% compared to conventional designs. The integrated ring gear further minimizes backlash, ensuring precise motion control even under dynamic loads—a critical requirement for high-speed AMRs navigating narrow warehouse aisles. For heavy-duty applications, KOFON® offers customized steering solutions such as Walking and Steering Systems and Differential Speed Wheel Systems, enabling seamless adaptation to payloads exceeding 3,000kg while maintaining energy efficiency.

 

2. Elevation Systems: Multi-Tech Flexibility

KOFON®’s elevation solutions address the three dominant technical pathways in AMR lifting mechanisms:

Strain wave gear-Based Actuators: Leveraging strain wave gearing, these systems deliver micron-level positioning accuracy, ideal for precision tasks like semiconductor component handling.

Ball Screw-Driven Actuators: Designed for high thrust-to-weight ratios, this configuration supports vertical lifts up to 11m, optimizing vertical storage utilization in multi-level warehouses.

Right-Angle Planetary Gearboxes: Combining compactness (axial length <150mm) with torque outputs up to 500Nm, these units enable rapid lifting cycles (<3s) for time-critical operations.

 

Each pathway is adaptable to client-specific requirements, such as hybrid hydraulic-electric configurations for ultra-heavy payloads.

 

3. Rack-Climbing and Shuttle Robot Solutions

For automated storage/retrieval systems (AS/RS), KOFON® provides modular drive systems that enable robots to traverse vertical rack structures with sub-millimeter repeatability. By integrating servo-driven traction wheels and fail-safe braking mechanisms, these systems achieve climbing speeds of 1.5m/s while supporting dynamic loads up to 1,200kg. Real-world deployments in 30m-high warehouses have demonstrated 40% improvements in retrieval cycle times compared to traditional stacker cranes.

 

4. Engineering Philosophy: Customization and Integration

KOFON®’s solutions prioritize cross-platform compatibility, with CANopen/EtherCAT interfaces ensuring seamless integration with third-party navigation and fleet management systems.

 

By redefining the boundaries of mechanical transmission design, KOFON® positions itself as a strategic partner for AMR manufacturers aiming to conquer the challenges of modern smart warehouses—from ultra-dense storage layouts to 24/7 high-throughput operations.


Kofon Powerful Solutions

<strong>KGV basic solution </strong>

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