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Automatic Guided Vehicles

As a pioneer in the development of automatic guided vehicles (AGVs), Webb offers one of the Maximizing Productivity
most advanced selections of standard and custom AGVs, as well as the most accurate controls
in the industry. Webb provides all guidance options for its AGVs including laser, inertial, wire and Across Industry
magnetic tape. Our wide selection enables us to provide you with the most cost-effective and
efficient solution to meet your needs. For example our new SmartLoader™ 24/7automatic trailer
loading AGV uses either inertial or laser guidance depending on your facility and requirements.

Laser Inertial
Laser-guided vehicles navigate by using a laser scanner that measures Webb’s proven inertial guidance system is similar to the technology
angle and distance to reflectors that are mounted to columns and found in commercial aircraft and military guided missiles. Inertial-
machines. Laser provides maximum flexibility for easy guidepath guided AGVs use an on-board Vehicle Control Computer (VCC3)
changes with no system shutdown necessary. A vehicle’s position to accurately maintain intended routes and perform required tasks.
is continuously calculated based on laser sensor input. Also, all Transponders or SmartMarks® embedded in the floor are sensed
navigation methods can be seamlessly combined in a concept by the vehicle to confirm the specific location of the vehicle. Inertial
called multi-navigation, which switches back and forth from laser to can operate in nearly any environment, including tight aisles,
spot guidance without stopping the vehicle in applications requiring extreme temperatures or outdoors and has a longer lifespan than
both modes of guidance. Laser guidance other guidance options. Multi-vehicle systems
provides continuous calculation of vehicle are controlled by a Vehicle System Manager
position,high immunity to false reflections, (VSM) that provides real-time control and
and high position accuracy. Laser navigation monitoring of all vehicles. It routes AGVs from
allows vehicle speeds of up to 2-3 meters various locations to programmed destinations,
per second. monitors vehicle status and program status.

Wire Magnetic tape

Webb’s onboard vehicle controls for its wire- Webb’s SmartCart®, automatic guided cart,
guided vehicles is similar to its inertial-guided is navigated by magnetic tape that is installed
vehicles. The only difference is wire-guided on top of the floor – no cutting or drilling into
AGVs use a set of guide coils, while inertial the floor is needed. This method is the most
uses a gyro assembly as its primary navigation cost-effective and flexible guidepath available
sense. Wire-guided vehicles follow a low today, allowing guidepath changes to be made
voltage, low frequency signal sent over in-floor in hours or minutes. Also, Webb provides
wires. Vehicles can take a different path or CartTools®, a simple configuration tool which
select a different route by switching to a different frequency. This allows customers to easily modify routes and set up functions to be
simple guidance system is still used today because of its accuracy, performed by the vehicle at specific locations along the guidepath.
dependability and low cost in certain applications. CartTools is a Windows-based PC software package.

NOTICE: The information, data and specifications in this brochure are subject to change without notice and should not be used for construction purposes. Jervis B. Webb Company does not represent or warrant that selection of components or
accessories set forth in this brochure will necessarily result in proper installation, operation and/or maintenance of such equipment or system, and Webb disclaims responsibility for any and all damages and injuries resulting from selection, design,
installation, operation or maintenance performed by non-Webb personnel.

34375 W. Twelve Mile Road

Farmington Hills, MI 48331 USA
(248) 553-1220 Fax: (248) 553-1228
[email protected] www.daifukuwebb.com

SmartMark™, SmartLoader™, and VSM™ are trademarks of Jervis B. Webb Company.

Bulletin #3075 030911 © 2010 Jervis B. Webb Company Windows® is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.
 Webb’s innovative AGV solutions used
in the industry today include ...
Standard & Customized AGVs handle a broad
range of material handling needs from... 50 to 250,000 pounds Modular Design Inside and Out - Webb utilizes modular design and manufacturing
concepts that streamline the vehicle design and manufacturing process. By focusing on four
basic vehicle application types, we have built a family of vehicles that all share common
components. Whether your system calls for wire, inertial, or laser guidance, Webb’s on-board
vehicle controls are virtually identical.

Jervis B. Webb Company has a long history of successful AGV installations in

a variety of challenging industrial and commercial environments. Webb offers Fork Type Vehicles
a complete line of standard and custom automatic guided vehicles/carts and
system controls. But it takes more than just hardware and controls to put The HV fork type vehicle can handle a variety of pal-
material handling systems to work for you. It requires a thorough understand- let, bin or roll loads using standard fork designs. This
ing of your material handling needs to provide innovative ways to enhance versatile vehicle can also be fitted with a deck to inter-
face with conveyor stations at fixed heights as low as
productivity. As one of the largest producers of custom-engineered material han-
eight inches or at multiple heights by incorporating a
dling systems in the world, Webb’s broad experience enables them to provide lift/lower device. These vehicles have standard load
solutions that will meet your needs today and in the future. capacities up to 8,000 pounds.

SmartLoader™ Automatic Trailer Loading Vehicles

The SmartLoader system allows loads to be moved from palletizer output,
warehouse, rack or floor staging into conventional over-the-road trailers without
manual intervention. SmartLoader™ Vehicles
The single or dual forked SmartLoader AGV uses
Assembly Vehicles technology adapted from guidance systems to
deliver palletized loads into any conventional trailer.
Assembly Vehicles are ideal for on-board assembly operations and product ma- SmartLoaders have the capability to dynamically
nipulations. By replacing fixed assembly line conveyance, these assembly AGVs adapt to the position and length of the trailer being
provide unequalled flexibility. loaded. Automatically sensing skew angle of the
trailer and adjusting to its position.

Heavy Load Handling Vehicles

Webb is the industry leader in heavy load applica-
tion AGV systems. These rugged, high tonnage
AGVs combine all the benefits of conventional AGV Towing Vehicles
systems with the ability to handle loads weighing up to
Towing vehicles can handle load capacities up to
250,000 lbs. We have supplied more heavy load applica- 60,000 lbs. A number of trailer options are available
tion AGV systems and vehicles than all of our competitors including powered conveyor, tilt beds for automatic
combined. transfers, and standard load decks.

Unit Load Vehicles

Webb offers a full line of standard Unit Load AGVs.
These AGVs are available with numerous load decks
and load interface options including conveyor, lift/
lower, and robotic arm configurations or a combina-
tion of load decks. Unit Load AGVs are available
with load capacities up to 10,000 pounds.
 Webb’s innovative AGV solutions used
in the industry today include ...
Standard & Customized AGVs handle a broad
range of material handling needs from... 50 to 250,000 pounds Modular Design Inside and Out - Webb utilizes modular design and manufacturing
concepts that streamline the vehicle design and manufacturing process. By focusing on four
basic vehicle application types, we have built a family of vehicles that all share common
components. Whether your system calls for wire, inertial, or laser guidance, Webb’s on-board
vehicle controls are virtually identical.

Jervis B. Webb Company has a long history of successful AGV installations in

a variety of challenging industrial and commercial environments. Webb offers Fork Type Vehicles
a complete line of standard and custom automatic guided vehicles/carts and
system controls. But it takes more than just hardware and controls to put The HV fork type vehicle can handle a variety of pal-
material handling systems to work for you. It requires a thorough understand- let, bin or roll loads using standard fork designs. This
ing of your material handling needs to provide innovative ways to enhance versatile vehicle can also be fitted with a deck to inter-
face with conveyor stations at fixed heights as low as
productivity. As one of the largest producers of custom-engineered material han-
eight inches or at multiple heights by incorporating a
dling systems in the world, Webb’s broad experience enables them to provide lift/lower device. These vehicles have standard load
solutions that will meet your needs today and in the future. capacities up to 8,000 pounds.

SmartLoader™ Automatic Trailer Loading Vehicles

The SmartLoader system allows loads to be moved from palletizer output,
warehouse, rack or floor staging into conventional over-the-road trailers without
manual intervention. SmartLoader™ Vehicles
The single or dual forked SmartLoader AGV uses
Assembly Vehicles technology adapted from guidance systems to
deliver palletized loads into any conventional trailer.
Assembly Vehicles are ideal for on-board assembly operations and product ma- SmartLoaders have the capability to dynamically
nipulations. By replacing fixed assembly line conveyance, these assembly AGVs adapt to the position and length of the trailer being
provide unequalled flexibility. loaded. Automatically sensing skew angle of the
trailer and adjusting to its position.

Heavy Load Handling Vehicles

Webb is the industry leader in heavy load applica-
tion AGV systems. These rugged, high tonnage
AGVs combine all the benefits of conventional AGV Towing Vehicles
systems with the ability to handle loads weighing up to
Towing vehicles can handle load capacities up to
250,000 lbs. We have supplied more heavy load applica- 60,000 lbs. A number of trailer options are available
tion AGV systems and vehicles than all of our competitors including powered conveyor, tilt beds for automatic
combined. transfers, and standard load decks.

Unit Load Vehicles

Webb offers a full line of standard Unit Load AGVs.
These AGVs are available with numerous load decks
and load interface options including conveyor, lift/
lower, and robotic arm configurations or a combina-
tion of load decks. Unit Load AGVs are available
with load capacities up to 10,000 pounds.
Navigation Options

Automatic Guided Vehicles

As a pioneer in the development of automatic guided vehicles (AGVs), Webb offers one of the Maximizing Productivity
most advanced selections of standard and custom AGVs, as well as the most accurate controls
in the industry. Webb provides all guidance options for its AGVs including laser, inertial, wire and Across Industry
magnetic tape. Our wide selection enables us to provide you with the most cost-effective and
efficient solution to meet your needs. For example our new SmartLoader™ 24/7automatic trailer
loading AGV uses either inertial or laser guidance depending on your facility and requirements.

Laser Inertial
Laser-guided vehicles navigate by using a laser scanner that measures Webb’s proven inertial guidance system is similar to the technology
angle and distance to reflectors that are mounted to columns and found in commercial aircraft and military guided missiles. Inertial-
machines. Laser provides maximum flexibility for easy guidepath guided AGVs use an on-board Vehicle Control Computer (VCC3)
changes with no system shutdown necessary. A vehicle’s position to accurately maintain intended routes and perform required tasks.
is continuously calculated based on laser sensor input. Also, all Transponders or SmartMarks® embedded in the floor are sensed
navigation methods can be seamlessly combined in a concept by the vehicle to confirm the specific location of the vehicle. Inertial
called multi-navigation, which switches back and forth from laser to can operate in nearly any environment, including tight aisles,
spot guidance without stopping the vehicle in applications requiring extreme temperatures or outdoors and has a longer lifespan than
both modes of guidance. Laser guidance other guidance options. Multi-vehicle systems
provides continuous calculation of vehicle are controlled by a Vehicle System Manager
position,high immunity to false reflections, (VSM) that provides real-time control and
and high position accuracy. Laser navigation monitoring of all vehicles. It routes AGVs from
allows vehicle speeds of up to 2-3 meters various locations to programmed destinations,
per second. monitors vehicle status and program status.

Wire Magnetic tape

Webb’s onboard vehicle controls for its wire- Webb’s SmartCart®, automatic guided cart,
guided vehicles is similar to its inertial-guided is navigated by magnetic tape that is installed
vehicles. The only difference is wire-guided on top of the floor – no cutting or drilling into
AGVs use a set of guide coils, while inertial the floor is needed. This method is the most
uses a gyro assembly as its primary navigation cost-effective and flexible guidepath available
sense. Wire-guided vehicles follow a low today, allowing guidepath changes to be made
voltage, low frequency signal sent over in-floor in hours or minutes. Also, Webb provides
wires. Vehicles can take a different path or CartTools®, a simple configuration tool which
select a different route by switching to a different frequency. This allows customers to easily modify routes and set up functions to be
simple guidance system is still used today because of its accuracy, performed by the vehicle at specific locations along the guidepath.
dependability and low cost in certain applications. CartTools is a Windows-based PC software package.

NOTICE: The information, data and specifications in this brochure are subject to change without notice and should not be used for construction purposes. Jervis B. Webb Company does not represent or warrant that selection of components or
accessories set forth in this brochure will necessarily result in proper installation, operation and/or maintenance of such equipment or system, and Webb disclaims responsibility for any and all damages and injuries resulting from selection, design,
installation, operation or maintenance performed by non-Webb personnel.

34375 W. Twelve Mile Road

Farmington Hills, MI 48331 USA
(248) 553-1220 Fax: (248) 553-1228
[email protected] www.daifukuwebb.com

SmartMark™, SmartLoader™, and VSM™ are trademarks of Jervis B. Webb Company.

Bulletin #3075 030911 © 2010 Jervis B. Webb Company Windows® is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.