MGV – Manually Guided Vehicle
Overview Handling Specialty is pleased to present its latest engineered handling solution called the Manually Guided Vehicle (MGV). The manually operated equipment is feature rich and designed for the advanced manufacturing sector who, are focused on continuous improvement. Our goal was to produce a product that would allow our customers to immediately improve their manufacturing […]
Manually-Automatically Guided Vehicle
Overview This MGV includes a conveyor mounted on top of the unit to transport pallets (containing olives) from one area of the plant to another. As well as being manually operated, this unit includes a laser guidance system which follows a magnetic tape placed on the floor, making the MGV an AGV system.
Custom Manually Guided Vehicle
Overview An assembly facility in Vietnam required ten manually guided vehicles to assist in their manufacturing operations. With clear instructions on size, lift capacity, maneuverability, raised height, and customized tooling, Handling Specialty created a unique material handling solution for the advanced manufacturing industry. The units will each perform one shift per day, nine hours per shift. […]
What are Manually Guided Vehicles
Overview Manually Guided Vehicles – What are They? Manually guided vehicles (MGVs) are different than AGVs. Automatic Guided Vehicles are fully automated vehicles designed to follow a set path with specific instructions, whereas an MGV is a manually guided vehicle built to carry product through assembly, MRO, and manufacturing processes. These units, like an AGV, […]
Guided Vehicle for Assembly Transfer
Overview This guided vehicle is equipped with four hydraulic lifts to assist in the ergonomic transfer of specific, heavy-duty equipment from the assembly line to a repair station. It is built on a ridged, welded steel structure, which the drive wheel assemblies and stabilizing casters are mounted to. This MGV is a low-duty cycle unit, […]
ATV Assembly Line Guided Vehicle
Overview These guided vehicles carry an All Terrain Vehicle through the assembly process as technicians add parts to the unit safely and efficiently. Features AB Micro PLC (Steering, starting stopping). Batteries rated at 125amp/hr (increased from 97.6). Magnetic tracking sensor (guidance). DC speed controller (steering). Position Sensor (station stop). Drive sensor (AGV moving). The bumper […]