Information and Consultation for Successful AGV/AMR Projects

Mobile robotics is a topic of growing importance for those seeking efficient material flows in intralogistics. But potential users are often daunted by the prospect of running a cost–benefit analysis, choosing and implementing a system, and managing a fleet. That’s why LogiMAT 2025 has augmented its accompanying program to include the Mobile Robotics User Forum. Forum AGV (https://forum-fts.com/en/) under the direction of Dr. Günter Ullrich is partnering with the Association of German Engineers (VDI) to offer a program on current trends in AGV systems and AMRs, grouped into five categories and taking place in the gallery of Hall 6 (Booth 6H01) throughout the day on all three days of LogiMAT. Visitors can benefit from a quiet atmosphere for one-on-one consultation with subject-matter experts to help them make the right decision when browsing the dizzying array of AGVs and AMRs on display in Hall 8. “The use cases of AGV systems and AMRs can be complex and challenging, so users need to educate themselves,” remarks Ullrich, Managing Director of Forum AGV, explaining the added value that visitors gain from LogiMAT. “The new Mobile Robotics User Forum complements the products and solutions on display in the exhibit halls with an unbiased source of information tailored to the individual—to help ensure successful AGV/AMR projects.”

Forum AGV, which organizes the user forum, brings experienced planners and consultants together with experts from its member businesses and partnering entities in the world of AGV systems, positioning itself as a knowledge forum for high-level information and personalized consultation. The Mobile Robotics User Forum at LogiMAT is focusing on how to select and properly use such solutions. AGV system users and anyone interested in mobile robotics can obtain informed, neutral advice and bring their own specific questions to the experts.

The user forum is also supported by other companies, institutes, and organizations, including the Berufsgenossenschaft BGHW (Mannheim), the Fraunhofer Institutes IML (Dortmund) and IPA (Stuttgart), DEKRA (Ulm), and TÜV Süd.

The LogiMAT program is divided into five themed categories:

1. Technology: Experts introduce various AGV/AMR vehicle types and designs, focusing on varying levels of autonomy and different systems of navigation, control, braking, and steering—plus an overview of different sensor technologies, drive systems, and load capacities.
2. Planning: Experts talk about the proper design and structure of projects, product requirements documents, and fleet management—and about standardized communication interfaces between AGVs and controllers using the VDA 5050 standard.
3. Proof of concept: Experts offer insights into technical feasibility of mobile robotics concepts for intralogistics and their cost-effectiveness for each visitor’s own system.
4. Safety: Visitors learn about key aspects of running a safe facility and protecting people and property when deploying AGV systems. The new EU Machinery Regulation is also sure to be a focus of attention.
5. Cybersecurity: This fifth category offers expert insights into the increasingly important topic of data security, including the substance of the EU’s Machine Regulation, NIS2 Implementing Act, and Cyber Resilience Act.

The organizers anticipate strong demand, and since slots for personal consultation are limited, anyone interested in attending is asked to pre-register for their date and category of choice. Advance registration will be available at www.forum-fts.com.

Drop-ins are welcome, but those seeking one-on-one consultation may have to wait.

LogiMAT organizer: EUROEXPO Messe- und Kongress-GmbH
Joseph-Dollinger-Bogen 7 | 80807 Munich, Germany
Phone: +49 89 32 391 259 | Fax: +49 89 32 391 246 | www.logimat-messe.de