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Narrow aisleAGV equippedwith opportunitychargingFor delivering kitted partsto its assembly lines in amixed assembly productionfacility, an unmannedautomatic guided vehiclesystem incorporates aseries of carts towed by the Tite-Space BST AGV. With aminimum turning radius of 17.5 inches, the AGVs easily navigatetight turns and narrow aisles while following a magnetictape path. Equipped with an opportunity charging modulethat interfaces with a charging station through an opticalcommunication device and charging probes, the AGV runs24/7 without end-of-shift battery changes. The carts featuremodular pipe and joint construction, and have cantedshelves for loading ergonomics and proper presentation atthe point of use. Each shelf cart holds several boxes of kittedparts and can be easily modified. Creform, 800-839-8823,www.creform.com.Device automates standardforklifts, improves AGV controlFor automating standard forklifts or improvingvehicle control on AGVs, the compact CVC600vehicle controller is offered. Based on industrystandardtechnology that can handle anyvehicle type, wheel configuration and navigationtechnology—including laser, spot, range, EyeWay, magnetictape or inductive wire—the controller measures 49.2 x 19.7 x77.6 inches. It supports WLAN, LAN, CAN and RS232/422/485communication for flexible customization and implementation.The system works with 24- to 48-volt battery-powered vehiclesand features built-in under voltage, over voltage and reversepolarity protection. Energy efficient, the controller consumes amaximum of 5 watts of power and is rated for use in temperaturesranging from -4 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit. Kollmorgen,540-467-3086, www.kollmorgen.com/agv.AGV follows self-adhesive magnetic pathTo reduce operating costs and increase efficiency with automation,a low-cost automatic guided vehicle is capable of maneuveringand towing loads throughout a production space. Thesystems can be controlled with traffic control navigation software.The line includes AGVs with capacities ranging from 500to 4,000 pounds. Features include multiple path programming,retractable towing pin, remote communication, and optical sensorsthat can be programmed for different zones to allow safeoperation near pedestrians and in confined spaces. For simplesetup with no floor modifications, the AGVs follow a self-adhesivemagnetic tape. Toyota Material Handling USA, 800-226-0009, www.toyotaforklift.com.SustainableDesign-Build SolutionsFLEXIBLE FINANCE SOLUTIONSON FABRIC STRUCTURES *TERMS UP TO 7 YEARS RATES AS LOW AS 4.99%AS LITTLE AS 10% DOWN *Subject to credit approval.fabric structures Buildingsavailable up to300' wide.Low in cost persquare foot.Natural daytimelighting.Easy to relocate.Expandable.Little or noproperty taxes.Call one of our ClearSpan specialists at 1.866.643.1010or visit us at www.ClearSpan.com/ADMMH. mmh.com MODERN MATERIALS HANDLING / F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 2 53