AGV charging and AMR charging have long been bottlenecks in warehouse automation. Traditional methods- whether contact-based or inductive- force robots to exit workflows, dock at a charging station, and sit idle while waiting for power. This downtime creates a ripple effect of inefficiencies:
- 🚧 20–35% Oversized Fleets – Extra AGVs and AMRs are purchased to offset charging downtime.
- 📉 Reduced Throughput – Robots waiting for a charge = slower order fulfillment.
- 🏭 Wasted Floor Space – Charging stations eat up valuable warehouse real estate.
- 💸 Hidden Costs – Extra fleet maintenance, traffic management, and inefficient power delivery all add up.
Warehouses trying opportunistic charging- where AGVs and AMRs recharge during brief idle moments- still face challenges. Most solutions require robots to dock or deviate from their routes, disrupting workflows and reducing efficiency.
Power-in-Motion: Opportunistic Wireless Charging That Actually Works
CaPow’s Power-in-Motion flips the script on opportunistic charging. It enables AGVs and AMRs to receive power en route- no docking, no detours, no stops. Robots stay in motion, maintaining an energy-positive state while completing tasks.
Unlike conventional wireless charging systems that struggle with misalignment, dirt, and power loss, Power-in-Motion delivers consistent, efficient energy without disrupting workflows.
Here’s how Power-in-Motion is changing warehouse automation:
- ⚡ 100% Uptime for AGVs and AMRs – Robots stay energy-positive while moving.
- 🤖 15% Smaller Fleets – No more buying extra robots to cover charging gaps.
- 🏢 150–250 sq ft Reclaimed per Charger – Free up valuable warehouse space.
- 💲 32% Lower TCO – Cut CapEx and OpEx, accelerating ROI.
- 🔗 Seamless Integration – No complex floor retrofits or disruptions to workflows.
Power-in-Motion uses modular floor antennas that deliver energy without requiring precise alignment- solving one of the biggest flaws in traditional wireless charging systems.
The ROI Impact: Faster Payback, Higher Throughput
The ultimate goal of warehouse automation is simple: maximize throughput while minimizing costs. But outdated AGV and AMR charging methods force warehouses to inflate fleets, waste space, and live with downtime.
With Power-in-Motion, warehouses have seen:
- ⏱️ 2x Faster Payback Period – Hit ROI targets in half the time.
- 📦 45% Boost in Operational Efficiency – Move more goods with fewer robots.
- 🔋 100% Uptime – No more charging stops, no lost productivity.
Why Traditional Wireless Charging Falls Short
Inductive wireless charging for AGVs and AMRs has been around, but it often struggles in real warehouse environments. Misalignment, dirt, debris, and interference all disrupt charging, leading to inconsistent power delivery and downtime.
CaPow’s capacitive Power-in-Motion solves these issues:
- 🎯 High Misalignment Tolerance – 50% misalignment without losing charge.
- 🏗️ Resilient to Debris and Dust – Built for tough warehouse conditions.
- 🔄 Scalable Integration – Modular floor antennas fit under along pathways without floor excavation.
The result? The most flexible and reliable AGV and AMR wireless charging solution on the market.
Future-Proof Your Warehouse Automation
As warehouses push for automation that delivers real ROI, eliminating AGV and AMR charging downtime is critical. Charging shouldn’t slow operations- it should empower them.
CaPow’s Power-in-Motion ensures your fleet operates at peak efficiency, slashes operational costs, and eliminates downtime. It’s not just wireless charging- it’s an automation productivity multiplier.
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Key Takeaways:
- 🚀 Power-in-Motion = The ultimate opportunistic wireless charging solution for AGVs and AMRs.
- 💰 Boost ROI, reduce fleet sizes, and reclaim warehouse space.
- ⚙️ Eliminate downtime and maximize throughput with seamless energy transfer en route.
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Citations & References:
- “The True Cost of AGV Downtime,” Warehouse Logistics Journal, 2024.
- “Wireless Charging in Industrial Automation: Challenges & Innovations,” Robotics Today, 2023.
- “The Future of Warehouse Automation,” Automation World Report, 2024.
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