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OL-450S AMR Increases Facility Output by 30% with Automated Cart Transport
Logistics
Transport
OL-450S
Solving high-mix, low-volume manufacturing challenges with flexible intralogistics automation
For manufacturers managing frequent product changes and constant movement of parts, keeping material flowing smoothly can be a daily challenge. At OMRON Robotics’ Pleasanton, CA facility, technicians were frequently moving parts between storage, assembly lines, and workstations by hand. These repetitive cart transfers created inconsistent delivery timing, interrupted higher-value work, and took skilled technicians away from assembly and testing.
To improve internal material flow, OMRON deployed the OL-450S Autonomous Mobile Robot for automated cart transport. The robot was quickly mapped to the existing facility layout, with no changes required to aisles or workstations. Its omni-directional drive system allowed it to maneuver through tight spaces and adapt to route changes, while FLOW Core software enabled team members to dispatch transport tasks directly from their tablets.
Once in operation, the OL-450S automatically identified and lifted different cart types, moving materials between the warehouse and assembly areas without manual intervention. Advanced safety sensors allowed it to operate smoothly alongside people and equipment, while wireless charging helped keep the system running throughout the day.
Within weeks, material deliveries became more consistent and predictable. The OL-450S completed hundreds of transfers per month across multiple shifts, freeing more than 20 technician hours each week for core manufacturing tasks and helping increase material handling productivity by 30% — without adding headcount or changing the facility layout.
Watch OMRON’s story:
“The OL-450S has been a game-changer for us. It has not only improved our workflow but also allowed our team to focus on more strategic tasks. We couldn’t be happier with the results.” — Jun Barredo, Production & Factory Quality Manager
Results at a glance:
- 30% increase in material handling productivity
- 20+ technician hours freed each week for assembly and testing
- 100% automated cart transfers between warehouse and assembly areas
- No facility layout changes required for deployment
- More consistent material flow across multiple shifts
- Safer, more efficient workflows alongside people and equipment
Tailored intralogistics solutions for your operations
Every facility has different material flow challenges. OMRON helps manufacturers reduce manual transport, improve delivery consistency, and free skilled workers for higher-value tasks. If you’re exploring AMRs for cart transport, line-side delivery, or internal material movement, our team can help you identify the right approach for your facility.
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