Next-generation automation: AGV/AMR autonomous forklift robots in Etisoft’s portfolio
Rising operating costs, time pressure and the ongoing challenge of finding qualified forklift operators are part of everyday reality for modern warehouses and logistics centres. To maintain process continuity, traditional internal transport must be replaced with solutions that are fully predictable, safe and reliable. Intralogistics automation is now entering the era of intelligent, self-learning AMR mobile robots. Modern AGV/AMR autonomous forklift robots, which learn the topology of the facility and optimise the transport space with precision, are now available in Etisoft’s portfolio.
In this article, we take a closer look at two advanced mobile forklifts from the IntraBot series that are transforming pallet transport.
The compact stacker-type IntraBot Fork 3.0 is an intelligent robotic forklift designed to work in narrow aisles and stack loads.
The more powerful IntraBot ReachTruck is an AMR autonomous forklift robot equipped with extendable forks, allowing precise pallet handling also from the closed side.
Both autonomous forklift robots have been designed for continuous 24/7 operation, including demanding and intensive production environments.
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Which IntraBot autonomous forklift robots should you choose for your facility?
AMR autonomous mobile robot IntraBot Fork 3.0 – manoeuvrability and compact dimensions
The IntraBot Fork 3.0 model is an upgraded version of the IntraBot Fork 2.0 robot, designed by our subsidiary, Etisoft Smart Solutions. In-house production and modular design make it easy to modify the device and adapt it to the customer’s individual process requirements.
This autonomous forklift robot was developed for environments where compact device dimensions are crucial for the proper flow of intralogistics processes.
Compact design and manoeuvrability: With a width of 970 mm and a length of 1793 mm, this AMR mobile robot performs very well in limited space. The turning radius of this model is only 1353 mm.
High fork lifting up to 3 m: The IntraBot Fork easily lifts loads weighing up to 1400 kg. The maximum lifting height is as much as 3 metres, which makes this model suitable for stacker operations, i.e. placing one load on top of another.
Robotic forklifts IntraBot ReachTruck – for special tasks and high-bay storage
The second new solution in our portfolio is the IntraBot ReachTruck autonomous forklift. It is a device for special tasks and for handling more demanding logistics units.
Versatile use and purpose: these AMR mobile forklifts are equipped with extendable forks, which allow them to pick up pallets from the floor without difficulty — also from the closed side, which can be an obstacle for standard forklifts.
Automated or traditional warehouse – which one to choose?
What are the technical parameters of IntraBot mobile forklifts?
The table below makes it easier to compare the technical data of both machines directly.
| Technical parameter / Feature | IntraBot Fork 3.0 | IntraBot ReachTruck |
|---|---|---|
| Overall dimensions W x L x H | 970 x 1793 x 3000 (3590) mm | 1390 x 2286 x 5000 (5964) mm |
| Unladen weight | 1080 kg | 2400 kg |
| Maximum lifting capacity | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Lifting height | 240 mm without UDT / 3000 mm with UDT | 240 mm without UDT / 3000 mm with UDT |
| Maximum speed without load / with load | 1.5 m/s / 1 m/s | 1.5 m/s / 1 m/s |
| Battery life | 10 hours | 7 hours |
How do IntraBot autonomous forklift robots work? Discover their shared features and advantages
Precision, 360° safety and employee protection
Safe cooperation with people and operating precision are priorities for AGV/AMR devices. IntraBot self-driving forklifts set the highest standards in this area, carrying out tasks through advanced hardware and software systems.
Safety lidars: A specially designed scanner system monitors a full 360 degrees around the robot, making the working area safe for employees.
Dynamic safety zones: Their size is adjusted in real time to the current speed of the machine. When an obstacle is detected, algorithms search for an alternative route in real time. If bypassing the obstacle is possible, the robot performs the manoeuvre and returns to its route. If it is not possible to bypass the obstacle, the unmanned forklift smoothly reduces speed and stops at a safe distance.
3D lidar option: IntraBot autonomous forklift robots can be equipped with an additional 3D camera that scans the space above and below the working line of the 2D scanners.
Vision system: Advanced cameras installed in the AMR mobile robots allow them to position themselves precisely in relation to baskets or pallets. This ensures maximum precision when picking up loads and allows flexible adaptation even to shifted or incorrectly positioned logistics units.
Signalling: The entire safety system is complemented by built-in light and sound signalling.
How do AMR forklifts ensure secure Wi-Fi communication?
Another important aspect of robot safety concerns communication via Wi-Fi. The connection with the IntraFleet fleet management system is maintained continuously. If cybersecurity of the IT network infrastructure is a priority for your company, we can equip IntraBot autonomous forklift robots with a unique Wi-Fi communication encryption solution.
This technology effectively prevents any unauthorised attempts to connect to the customer’s internal IT infrastructure, ensuring full protection of operational data.
How does artificial intelligence support the recognition of logistics units?
Correct identification of multiple load types is often a key criterion when selecting a robot fleet. For a standard AGV, even a different pallet colour may be a challenge. IntraBot autonomous forklift robots set a new standard in this area.
AI-based recognition module: Thanks to machine vision technology, the mobile forklift robot “intelligently” learns to recognise new logistics units and adapts its actions to the knowledge it has acquired.
Marking identification and automatic decision-making: The system can identify logistics unit markings and, based on this information, decide which transport mission should be selected. As a result, the right components are delivered to the right recipients.
Local operation, Edge AI: Importantly for IT security departments, the artificial intelligence system operates directly on the robot and does not require a connection to an external data cloud. This is another important element supporting IT security.
Where are IntraBot robots manufactured? How does automatic charging work?
Reliability and ease of use result directly from high-quality workmanship and the highest engineering standards.
Made in Poland: IntraBot mobile robots are manufactured in Gliwice using components from renowned suppliers. The selection of control components and safety systems from European manufacturers guarantees reliability. These components are well known to maintenance teams from other machines used in factories.
LFP battery performance: An LFP battery is a lithium-ion battery with a lithium iron phosphate cathode, LiFePO₄, characterised by high safety, long service life and thermal stability. Charging from 0 to 100% takes 2.5 hours and provides up to 10 hours of autonomous operation.
Automatic charging: Energy management is supervised by IntraFleet management software, which manages the execution of fleet missions. When the battery level of a forklift drops below a defined value, the system automatically sends the machine to the docking station, while its current logistics tasks are smoothly transferred to another available robot in the network.
IntraFleet is Etisoft Smart Solutions’ proprietary Polish system. It is an intuitive web application for managing a fleet of AMR mobile robots, enabling efficient organisation of internal transport based on requests. IntraFleet automatically plans and assigns logistics tasks to robots and monitors their execution at every stage, ensuring maximum process flow.
The system continuously monitors battery charge levels and automatically directs machines to docking stations, smoothly transferring their tasks to the next available robots in the network. This eliminates the risk of downtime in your facility and maximises the efficiency of the entire fleet.
When should you choose a specific IntraBot AMR autonomous forklift robot? Application comparison
| Selection criterion / Challenge | IntraBot Fork 3.0 | IntraBot ReachTruck |
|---|---|---|
| Width of working aisles | Ideal for very narrow aisles. The robot is only 970 mm wide and has a turning radius of 1353 mm. | Requires more space due to larger device dimensions, including 1390 mm width. |
| Type of handling | Lifting EURO pallets from the open side. | Lifting EURO pallets from both the open and closed side. |
| Maximum load weight | Transport of goods weighing up to 1400 kg. | Handling heavier loads of up to 1500 kg. |
| Method of goods storage | Mainly operates as a classic stacker, stacking pallets one on top of another up to a height of 3 metres and placing loads on roller conveyors. | Places pallets one on top of another, on high-bay racking shelves up to 5 metres and on roller conveyors. |
Summary: Why invest in autonomous forklift robots offered by Etisoft?
Expanding Etisoft’s portfolio with two advanced autonomous forklift robots makes it possible to precisely match the technology to the specific needs of each industrial facility. Whether the challenge involves narrow aisles, high-bay storage or picking up pallets from the closed side, our new robots guarantee maximum precision, IT security and a fast return on investment, ROI.
When preparing a customised offer, we carry out:
- a pre-implementation analysis of logistics processes,
- a design of the entire system and an implementation simulation.
Move your facility to a higher level of automation and reduce operating costs. Discover full product information, technical specifications, implementation options and financial instruments enabling system implementation, including investment financing, long-term rental and AMR forklift leasing.
Contact us and book a free consultation.
FAQ
What are AMR autonomous forklifts?
AMR autonomous forklifts are mobile robots designed for the automatic transport of logistics units in warehouses and production facilities. IntraBot Fork and IntraBot ReachTruck models can independently lift pallets from the floor and transport them from the loading point to the unloading point. They are suitable for transporting pallets, baskets, wheeled racks, pallet boxes and other transport units.
What processes can AMR autonomous forklifts be used for?
AMR autonomous forklifts can handle repetitive internal transport tasks in production and warehouse halls. They can be used, among other things, to deliver raw materials and tools to production workstations, collect finished products, transport goods between picking zones or collect empty pallets. As a result, they support the automation of processes that previously required the work of a traditional forklift operator.
How do AMR autonomous forklifts ensure safety?
AMR self-driving forklifts are equipped with 360° laser safety scanners, a safety zone control system and autonomous navigation. This allows them to cooperate with people and warehouse infrastructure while reducing the risk of collisions. Optionally, the robots can be equipped with a 3D lidar that scans the space below and above the operating level of 2D lidars.
Can IntraBot robots avoid obstacles?
Yes, AMR mobile robots can move autonomously along defined routes and areas and avoid obstacles. This is important in environments where transport routes may be temporarily blocked by people, other vehicles or infrastructure elements. This functionality improves workflow continuity and reduces downtime in transport mission execution.
Can AMR autonomous forklifts recognise pallets and other loads?
Yes, IntraBot robots can position themselves in relation to a pallet or basket thanks to a vision system. In the ReachTruck model, the AI-based vision system independently learns new loads. This makes it easier to work with different logistics units and increases the precision of transport task execution.
Can AMR autonomous forklifts be adapted to the needs of a facility?
Yes, Etisoft indicates that the forklift can be modified according to the customer’s needs. IntraBot Fork 3.0 has a modular design and is manufactured in-house by Etisoft Smart Solutions, which makes it easier to adapt the solution to individual requirements. This is particularly important in facilities where logistics processes, load types and infrastructure differ from standard implementation scenarios.
