40-Unit AGV Forklift Fleet Deployed Across 3-Shift Automotive DC
Modernizing material flow in a high-volume automotive parts distribution center, achieving unprecedented throughput and eliminating shift-change bottlenecks.
The Client Context
Tier-1 Automotive Parts Supplier
- domain Industry Automotive
- location_on Location China
- aspect_ratio Facility Size 58,000 m²
- schedule Operations 3 Shifts (24/7)
Operational Challenges
High Incident Rate
Manual forklift traffic in tight corridors led to frequent safety incidents and product damage during peak hours.
Labor Turnover
Maintaining a consistent workforce across three shifts was challenging, causing unpredictable throughput.
Throughput Peaks
Inability to handle sudden surges in part requests from the assembly line, causing downstream delays.
Fleet Design & Dispatch Architecture
We deployed a mixed fleet of 40 Autonomous Guided Forklifts, orchestrated by our proprietary Logistics Control and Command System (LCCS). The system was designed to seamlessly integrate with their existing WMS and physical infrastructure without requiring facility modifications.
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hardware Fleet | 40x RoboLyne F-Series AGVs |
| Navigation Base | SLAM + Reflectors (Hybrid) |
| Software Stack | RoboLyne LCCS Enterprise |
| Integration Depth | Full WMS/ERP Sync (API) |
Business Impact
"The RoboLyne fleet didn't just replace our manual forklifts; it completely smoothed out our throughput curve. Shift changes are no longer a bottleneck, and our safety record is flawless."
Operations Director
Tier-1 Automotive Parts Supplier