Universal Mobile Robot Rack: Works with Any Brand

Stop gambling with your line-side delivery. In the high-stakes world of automotive assembly and EV battery manufacturing, a rack failure isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a line stoppage event. You are transitioning from forklifts to an automated tugger train or point-to-point AGV fleet, but your legacy welded racks are cracking under the dynamic stress. Spacedas provides the engineering bridge between your static inventory and your mobile robots. Whether you run MiR, Geek+, or Hikrobot, our agnostic interface guarantees a lock-tight fit for heavy powertrains and delicate electronics alike. Talk With An Expert

The Engineering Gap in Modern Automotive Logistics

If you are managing an SPS (Set Parts Supply) system or handling JIT deliveries to the trim line, you know the reality: Static racks were never meant to move. Traditional “hook-and-slot” warehouse racking relies on gravity to stay stable. When an Underride AGV lifts that rack and subjects it to acceleration, deceleration, and emergency stops (up to 1g), those connections loosen.

For heavy automotive components like EV Battery Modules or stamped chassis parts, this structural fatigue leads to deformation. A bent leg means your AGV’s LIDAR cannot dock precisely, causing mission failures and requiring manual intervention—defeating the purpose of automation.

Why “Fully Bolted” Outperforms Welded Structures

At Spacedas, we reject the “weld and pray” method for mobile robotics. Our Mobile Flow Rack for SPS utilizes a Fully Bolted Structure engineered with Q355 High-Tensile Steel.

Why does this matter for your assembly plant?

• Fatigue Resistance: Welds create heat-affected zones that become brittle over time, especially under the constant vibration of AGV transport. Our industrial-grade bolts with anti-loosening nuts distribute stress evenly across the frame.
• Maintenance Zero: We design for “Install and Forget.” Unlike pipe-and-joint systems that require weekly tightening, our structural integrity holds firm even with payloads exceeding 2,000 lbs.
• Precision Tolerance: To work with any brand of robot—from Kiva-style lifters to heavy-duty AMRs—alignment must be perfect. We use laser cutting to ensure the AGV docking interface is accurate to within ±2mm, ensuring your MES system never registers a docking error.

Flow Logic: Integrating FIFO and Karakuri

Moving the rack is only half the battle; presenting the parts to the operator is the other. In a lean manufacturing environment, maintaining FIFO (First-In-First-Out) is critical, particularly for materials with shelf-lives like glues or specialized sealants.

Our Line-side Supply Racking systems integrate gravity flow rails (Roller Tracks). The AGV loads from the rear (replenishment aisle), and the operator picks from the front (assembly aisle). This separation of human and machine traffic significantly reduces safety incidents.

The “Shooter” Mechanism (Karakuri)

For fully Lights-out Manufacturing or automated stamping lines, we offer “Shooter” racks. These utilize purely mechanical linkages (Karakuri). When the AGV docks at the workstation, a mechanical lever is triggered, releasing the stop-pin and allowing the crate or tote to slide automatically onto the assembly line conveyor. No batteries, no motors, just reliable physics.

Universal Compatibility: Device Agnostic

You shouldn’t be locked into a rack vendor just because you chose a specific robot brand. The Spacedas Universal Mobile Robot Rack is designed with adjustable under-clearance and interface plates.

We have successfully deployed solutions compatible with:

• Lifting (Underride) AGVs: Compatible with standard lifting plates.
• Towing AMRs: Configurable with drawbars for tugger train replacements.
• Fork-over AMRs: Modified base structures to allow fork entry.

Whether you are moving standard KLT boxes, specialized Powertrain Components, or awkward automotive chassis parts, the rack adapts to the robot, not the other way around.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can these racks handle the weight of EV Battery Packs?

Absolutely. For heavy automotive applications, we utilize a Q355 steel construction with reinforced base frames. We regularly engineer Heavy Duty Mobile Dollies capable of carrying payloads over 2,500 lbs (approx. 1,100 kg) while maintaining structural rigidity during AGV lifting and transport.

2. Do you support “Shooter” or Karakuri automatic unloading?

Yes. We specialize in passive automation. Our racks can be fitted with mechanical “Shooter” mechanisms that interface with your line-side stations. This allows for the automatic transfer of KLT boxes or trays without requiring additional motors or power sources on the rack itself.

3. Are these racks compatible with standard KLT/Eurolock boxes?

Yes. Our flow racks and shelves are custom-sized to fit standard automotive totes (KLT), plastic pallets, or blister trays. We can adjust the lane width and roller track pitch to ensure smooth sliding for your specific bin dimensions.

4. How do you ensure the rack doesn’t topple during AGV emergency stops?

Safety is paramount. We conduct Center of Gravity (CoG) analysis for every custom design. We ensure the rack meets ISO 3691-4 stability requirements, guaranteeing it remains stable even during an AGV emergency deceleration of 0.5g to 1g.

5. Can you integrate ESD protection for ECU transport?

For electronic components like ECUs or sensor suites, we provide an ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) compliant version. This includes ESD powder coating, conductive wheels, and grounding chains to ensure static electricity is safely dissipated to the ground, protecting sensitive automotive electronics.