Autonomous AGV Technology in Action: Eiffage ATI Case Study

In collaboration with Belgian manufacturer Technic One Engineering, Eiffage’s AGV division, ATI, has created a cutting-edge autonomous vehicle for a leading woodworking company.
This ATI heavy load AGV is equipped with epic power bidirectional dc/dc converter.

Weighing 2,500 kg, this fully electric AGV moves independently through warehouse spaces, carrying up to 500 kg at speeds of up to 1 m/s.

Equipped by our state-of-the-art EPC 5k5 648i HL bidirectional DC/DC converter, it charges its 51.2V lithium batteries directly with no external chargers needed.

Automatic charging is possible at any three-phase connection point, making operations smoother, faster, and more efficient than ever.

This AGV is not just a vehicle. It’s a smart, self-sufficient partner for modern industrial logistics.

Main benefits of using epic power bidirectional DC/DC converters in an AGVs

This are the main benefits achieved by using the epic power bidirectional DC/DC converter in an AGV:

• Regenerative solution with battery usage.
• Reduced idle consumption thanks to battery energy storage.
• Space savings due to the removal of the braking resistor.
• Space savings in the warehouse and cost reduction due to the removal of the battery charger.

All isolated bidirectional DC/DC converters from epic power, including those installed in the AGVs from ATI, feature efficiencies of up to 98%, allowing for a reduction in component size, which is a key factor in space-constrained environments such as inside an AGV or a transfer cart.

Power flow diagram of the AGV with epic power bidirectional DC/DC converter

Below is a simple diagram showing the basic configuration of the components and the energy flow.

This diagram is very common and applies to most AGV applications that incorporate an Epic Power bidirectional DC/DC converter.

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