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AGVs / AMRs: Driverless transport systems for production

CREFORM's automated guided vehicles (AGVs/AMRs) automate your internal material flow in production – reliably, safely, and economically. Our AGV solutions adapt to your existing processes and are particularly suitable for simple to medium-complexity transport tasks in manufacturing and logistics.
  • Entry from quantity of 1
  • Scalable to the fleet
  • Suitable for mixed traffic
  • Focus on rapid profitability
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Driverless transport systems: Fewer walking distances, more productivity

With automated guided vehicles (AGVs) from CREFORM, you reduce your employees' walking distances and increase their time for value-added activities by automating material handling. Leave repetitive transport tasks, as well as the heavy lifting and dragging of components, small load carriers (KLTs), wire mesh containers, drums, or pallets, to a purpose-built, automated robot. Whether in mixed traffic or in a closed industrial plant, a CREFORM AGV adapts to your requirements and operates safely and precisely.

We customize automated guided vehicles (AGVs) precisely to meet your specific challenges. You can choose between free navigation and a route defined by magnetic tape. Routes and transfer points are adjustable at any time. This ensures a stable material flow, even if there are short-term or temporary changes in your production environment or warehouse. True to our motto, "Lean solutions for your success," you're not investing in a rigid solution, but in a flexible, tailor-made system.

In the restaurant industry, bringing food and drinks to the table is part of the service. But what about your production? Is it truly value-adding if your employees are transporting materials every day instead of assembling products and improving processes? How many meters does a technician cover during a workday, even though that time could be used for value-adding activities? By automating repetitive transport, you reduce waste in the form of unnecessary movements and free up more time for your employees to focus on their core tasks.

We certainly don't want you to replace people with machines. But by making your employees' lives easier, you keep them healthy and simultaneously increase productivity and satisfaction. Outsource tedious, repetitive transport tasks to an automated guided vehicle (AGV) system and give your employees the opportunity to focus on the work they were hired to do.

The robust, all-metal construction of our vehicles ensures a long service life and reliable operation, even in demanding production environments. Custom superstructures and transfer stations can be optimally implemented using the CREFORM pipe connector system and adapted at any time to changing requirements.

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Our FTS/AMR series

All variants can drive in lane-guided or free navigation mode. Bidirectional driving is always possible in free navigation mode.
Driverless Transport System (FTS) VM 1
Minimal installation height • Underride solution • Made in Germany

VM1 – Superflat

Ideal for passing under load carriers and racks with minimal height. Fits in tight spaces, can be operated with free navigation or magnetic track and offers optional transfer stations for KLTs or pallets.
Short distances, smooth handovers, fast cycle times – the low-profile design reduces changeovers, improves material flow, and minimizes downtime. Perfect for just-in-sequence/just-in-time and ergonomic processes.

VM1 is the compact undercarriage variant for precise, repeatable transport in confined spaces. It uses either lithium-ion or lead-acid batteries and can be charged manually or automatically (side/bottom, contact, or inductively). TÜV-certified, it features components from renowned manufacturers and sensors (such as SICK sensors) for maximum safety.

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Driverless Transport System (FTS) VM 2
Underride/towing solution • Variable superstructures • Made in Germany

VM2 – Standard

The universal platform for undercarriage and towing applications. Scalable from individual transfer points to milkruns/route trains, compatible with the CREFORM pipe connector system for individual superstructures and applications.
Standardize processes, manage product variants, and scale capacity predictably. VM2 combines modular mechanics with stable software – ideal for reducing potential errors and shortening lead times.

VM2 covers a wide range of load and track profiles: magnetic track or free navigation, Li-ion/lead-acid batteries. TÜV-certified, with renowned component manufacturers and sensors (such as SICK sensors), VM2 is the robust choice for series production and retrofits.

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VM-3 FG
High maneuverability • Sideways movement • Maximum traction

VM3 – Bidirectional

Forward, backward, and sideways movement – ​​ideal for tight layouts, complex transfers, and heavy loads. Supports free navigation as well as magnetic track sections with intersections and branches.
Standardize processes, manage product variants, and scale capacity predictably. VM2 combines modular mechanics with stable software – ideal for reducing potential errors and shortening lead times.
VM3 is the performance and precision class with high traction and "side move". Available with Li-ion or lead-acid batteries, automatic charging options, Sick sensors, and TÜV certification for safety and transparency.
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How would you like to move your load?

Application
For racks, trolleys, and special load carriers that are driven underneath and securely attached. Ideal for flexible material supply – even in tight layouts.
challenges
Manual shunting is time-consuming, requires a lot of space and leads to unnecessary empty runs.
The CREFORM solution
Our VM-series AGVs move precisely under the transported goods and couple them via drive cylinders, pins, or drive plates. Their low profile, intelligent navigation, and automatic battery management ensure a stable, continuous material flow – without any lifting and with high process reliability.
AGV FG shelving system model
Racking system for transport with AGV vehicles
Application
Ideal for transporting pallets, KLTs, or workpiece carriers directly on the vehicle. Perfect for production lines, warehouses, and shipping areas.
challenges
Manual pallet handling is time-consuming, requires forklift operators, and poses safety risks. Inaccurate handovers lead to errors and damage.
The CREFORM solution
Our AGVs with top-loading platforms ensure the safe transport of heavy loads. Magnetic tracking or free navigation, robust all-metal frames, and automatic loading guarantee a continuous material flow and reduce waste – a core principle of lean manufacturing.
Container transport by an AGV-assisted vehicle
Container transport using an AGV transport trolley
Application
For tugger trains and milkrun systems – ideal for supplying assembly workstations and for internal material circulation.
challenges
Manually pulling tugger trains ties up personnel, causes high costs and leads to irregular interval times.
The CREFORM solution
Our AGVs in towing mode pull tugger trains automatically and reliably. Sick sensors and TÜV certification guarantee safety. The result: stable processes, reduced waiting times, and a significant increase in efficiency.
AGV route train with shelves
Application
For ergonomic transfers and automated handling processes – e.g. during machine loading or in assembly cells.
challenges
Manual lifting puts a strain on employees, increases the risk of injury, and leads to errors during handovers.
The CREFORM solution
Our AGVs with lifting function handle the lifting and positioning of loads. Individual lifting heights, robust construction, and safety features ensure ergonomics, process reliability, and a rapid ROI.
FTF HK-Con drive system equipped
FTF HK-Con driving system
Your benefits

Why CREFORM FTS / AMR?

Flexible & individual
Undercarriage, towing solutions or bidirectional vehicles – perfectly adapted to your processes.
increase in efficiency
Automated transport reduces downtime, lowers costs and increases productivity.
Modular & sustainable
Robust all-metal frames, durable components and reusable systems for maximum investment security.
Lean-compatible
Reduce throughput times, improve ergonomics and reduce errors – for stable, efficient processes.

Testing FTS

Test our AGV systems for up to 4 weeks directly in your company – risk-free! Includes lean consulting and on-site installation.
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AGV handover at a station with roller rails

AGV with integrated belt conveyor

Discover the CREFORM belt conveyor – the perfect addition to your AGV system! Transport materials efficiently and automatically with integrated conveyor technology.

  • Simultaneous loading through slowed-down driving
  • Inductive charging
  • VDA 50/50 compliant
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Is the FTS / AMR suitable for our production?

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Navigation
  • (Live) SLAM or magnetic tape
  • No structural alterations
Safety
  • Suitable for mixed traffic
  • DIN EN ISO 3691-4
  • SICK scanner (Performance Level d)
Scaling
  • Starting from 1 vehicle
  • Fleet expansion without modification
Operation
  • Indoor use
  • Maintenance friendly
  • Automatic charging options

Navigation & Infrastructure

CREFORM FTS are designed for use in existing production environments – without extensive structural modifications.

  • Free navigation (Live SLAM / SLAM) or Magnetic tape guide depending on requirements
  • Map creation by manually driving the routes
  • No soil tillage or additional guidance systems required
  • Suitable for production halls with changing layouts

Requirements:
Level, clean industrial flooring, sufficient lane widths, stable Wi-Fi coverage

Safety & Standards

CREFORM's AGV systems are designed for operation in mixed traffic with people and industrial trucks.

  • Security laser scanner from SICK (Performance Level d)
  • Monitoring of driving and protection areas
  • Emergency stop concepts and safe speed control

Compliance with standards:

  • DIN EN ISO 3691-4
  • In accordance with the EU Machinery Directive (future-proof with the EU Machinery Regulation)

Scaling & Operation

CREFORM FTS enable a pragmatic entry into automation.

  • Starting from one vehicle possible
  • Fleet expansion without structural changes
  • Centralized or decentralized operation is feasible
  • Suitable for pilot projects and gradual expansion

Routes, destinations and handover points can be adjusted by the user after instruction – without complete dependence on the manufacturer.

IT Integration & Interfaces

The vehicles can be integrated into existing production and logistics IT systems.

Supported interfaces (selection):

  • OPC UA
  • TCP/IP, UDP
  • PROFINET IO
  • Modbus TCP
  • Web server interfaces

Connections to ERP and MES systems are possible, e.g. for transport orders, status messages or feedback signals.

Deployment limits & environment

  • exclusively Indoor use
  • Temperature and humidity according to device specifications
  • Defined material provision and collection required
  • Connection to gates, conveyor systems or elevators is possible.
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Testing a driverless transport system in production
Test your AGV for up to 4 weeks directly in your production environment – ​​including lean consulting, commissioning and training.
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