A fleet of mobile cobots: Unprecedented flexibility for your production process

Mobile cobots: Flexibility for modern production

A standard cobot is often stationed at a fixed workplace in the factory, performing one specific task. Many companies see this static setup as the only option. But what if that cobot suddenly needs to move to another workstation for a different task? Do you need to purchase a new robot?

Cobots on mobile carts

Our solution? Place the cobot on a mobile cart, and you instantly have a mobile robot that you can easily drive to any desired workstation. This makes it possible to use the same cobot for different tasks and in different locations, saving costs and boosting productivity.

Suppose there’s a temporary spike in demand on an assembly line. Instead of hiring extra staff or purchasing a new cobot, you can move one of your mobile cobots to that line. With a few simple adjustments, it’s ready to assist with the task. A flexible solution that increases productivity without additional costs.

New location, new task, new program?

When you move a robot to another part of your production process, it will likely need to perform a different task. Programming that task is easier than you might think.

Thanks to our software, an operator can guide the cobot manually to its new task by moving its arm to the correct positions. This way, the cobot quickly and efficiently learns what is expected of it without requiring specialized programming skills. Teaching it a simple new task can take just a few minutes.

Easy-to-use interface for mobile cobots

At Promation, we understand that simplicity is key to unlocking the full potential of cobots. That’s why we’ve developed a user-friendly interface that allows users to quickly create new tasks. This way, any employee can set up a cobot in no time without the need for a programmer.

Centralized program storage for multiple cobots

A cobot on wheels is convenient, but what if you have several cobots performing different tasks at various locations? That’s where our centralized program storage system comes into play. We’ve developed a server that stores all tasks and programs.

When a cobot is moved to a new workstation, it can retrieve the appropriate program from the server and begin the task immediately.

This system allows every cobot in the mobile fleet to perform the same set of tasks depending on where it’s deployed. The cobot doesn’t need to be reset or reprogrammed—it recognizes the location and launches the correct program as if it had always been there. This saves time and reduces costs.

Practical example: Shifting itensity

Imagine your production process includes tasks that become more intensive at certain times. You can simply move the mobile cobots to the workstations where they are most needed. With centralized program storage, each cobot recognizes its task as soon as it arrives at the location, eliminating the need to waste time reconfiguring the robot.

Benefits of mobile cobots

A fleet of mobile cobots provides production companies with significant advantages that go beyond flexibility and cost savings. It enables you to respond quickly to changes in production needs without expensive, time-consuming installations. Here are some specific benefits of mobile cobots:

1. Maximum flexibility: Mobile cobots can be easily deployed for various tasks at different workstations. Whether it’s assembly, packaging, or quality control, the same cobot can perform a wide range of tasks. Even if production increases or tasks change, you only need to move a cobot, and it’s ready to get to work.
2. Cost savings: With a mobile cobot system, you don’t need to purchase new cobots for every task. One cobot can serve multiple workstations, maximizing your initial investment and ensuring a fast return on investment.
3. Simple programming and interchangeability: By storing programs centrally, you don’t have to worry about reconfiguring each cobot individually. This means you’re no longer reliant on specific robots for specific tasks. The cobots work as a team, seamlessly transferring and executing tasks.

The solution for dynamic production processes

Mobile cobots are an ideal solution for companies that regularly face variable production tasks or seasonal peaks. With a mobile cobot fleet, you can easily adapt to any change. These cobots are always ready where needed and can effortlessly switch tasks without costly modifications to the shop floor.

Additionally, centralized program storage ensures that the cobot fleet operates as a team. This means that if one cobot is temporarily unavailable, another can easily take over the task. It promotes collaboration between the cobots and makes your production process even more resilient.

A mobile Production: The future?

Thanks to our solution with mobile carts and centralized program storage, you can deploy your cobots wherever and whenever they are most needed. This makes your production process more flexible, efficient, and cost-effective.