Electric Power Industry

Case Study | Beacon Robot AMR Forklifts Excel in State Grid, Achieving Smart Material Handling!

Beacon Robot AMR forklifts empower State Grid with intelligent, unmanned material handling, enhancing efficiency, safety, and warehouse automation.

Industry Background

Electric power is an energy source that utilizes electrical energy as its driving force. It encompasses power generation, transmission, transformation, distribution, and consumption. In today’s information era, electricity is indispensable in daily life—powering televisions, computers, smartphones, and even traditional fuel-powered vehicles that are now transitioning to electric. Power equipment and materials are crucial components of power asset management, making warehouse operations essential. With the advancement of smart grid construction, the demand for AMR-based unmanned handling solutions is steadily increasing.

Beacon Robot has partnered with a subsidiary of State Grid Corporation to implement an intelligent, unmanned in-factory material handling solution.

Customer Pain Points

● Large inventory volume & diverse materials: Extensive storage needs and a wide range of materials result in high labor-intensive workloads.

● Inefficient manual handling: Improper material placement due to manual operations.

● Limited vertical storage utilization: Low space efficiency; manual retrieval from high storage locations is challenging and poses safety risks.

● Lack of digitalization: Discrepancies in inbound and outbound inventory data due to limited information management.

Solution

● Customized Compact Stacker AMR: Non-standard, compact stacker with a lifting height of up to 6.2m.

● RMS Fleet Management System: Coordinated scheduling of multiple AMRs.

● Seamless System Integration: Direct connection with the client's MES & WMS systems.

● Automated Charging Stations: Ensuring uninterrupted operation.

Project Highlights

● Optimized Space Utilization & Cost Efficiency:
The compact stacker AMR achieves a 6m lifting height while reducing aisle width by nearly 0.5m compared to conventional reach stackers, maximizing storage efficiency and lowering equipment costs.

● High-Density Storage Strategy:
A hybrid operation mode combining high-level pallet storage and small-parts rack storage significantly enhances vertical warehouse utilization.

● Precision Conveyor Integration:
The AMR forklifts seamlessly integrate with roller conveyor systems, achieving a positioning accuracy of ±5mm.

● End-to-End Visibility & Intelligent Management:
Real-time monitoring of the entire process enables transparent data flow and traceable warehouse management.

Results & Benefits

By deploying Beacon Robot AMR forklifts, the company is expected to achieve:

● 15% increase in material handling efficiency.

● 30% reduction in labor costs.

● Enhanced safety in warehouse operations.

● Sustainable & green production.

● Significant improvement in intelligent warehouse management.

The implementation of this project marks a new milestone in smart warehousing for the power industry!