Fleet Manager

STRATEGIC MULTI-ROBOT COLLABORATION

No matter the size of your facility, you can expect your robots to work synergistically to enhance your operation.

Optimized Traffic Flow

 

● Cookson takes traffic management very seriously. That’s why we impose traffic regulations on our robots similar to those imposed on automobiles. Robots must adhere to speed limits, one-way zones, stop signs, and restricted areas. You even have the power to draw virtual lines that your robots must stay on as they move between stations. You won’t have to worry about robots running into each other, blocking work areas, or getting in the way of your employees. Things can operate smoothly.

 

● Area-based control is a vital part of traffic management. Each robot in your fleet can reserve the area they need to be in. While one robot is using an area, no other robot can enter that space. The space is “locked.” If that locked space is another robot’s target station, they must travel to an alternative station instead. All the work gets done in the safest and most cost-effective way.

 

● Of course, robots may need to cross paths. Because of this, our fleet management software also has intersection management to direct robots through congested areas. This ensures that robots are given the ability to proceed at intersections based on the priority of their jobs. Time-sensitive tasks will be completed promptly but without creating a safety hazard in your warehouse.

 

 

Advanced Task Monitoring

 

● The Cookson Fleet Manager will never randomly assign a task to a robot. It takes many factors into account to delegate intelligently. By monitoring battery life, workload, location, and other parameters, this system can find the robot that’s right for the task. Because of our advanced algorithm, every robot in your fleet will work together seamlessly.

 

● Our fleet management software allows you to plan ahead with your fleet, scheduling future tasks. Tasks may also have dependencies. Although these configurations may sound complex, they can be generated with ease using our mission planner. Our drag-and-drop user interface helps you customize automation workflows directly. You never have to code or use third-party integrators!