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No Need for Route Tape!
Great for Transport over Rough Surfaces!
Simple Multi-Device Control!

Versatile Next-Generation Transfer Robot SIGNAS® (Signpost Navigation System)

The SIGNAS transfer robot does away with route tape thanks to built-in cameras that identify signposts that serve as guides.
Patented
No need for
route tape
Great for transport over rough surfaces
Simple multi-device control

Are you struggling with AGVs and AMRs at your facility?

Challenges for On-Site Logistics Personnel

  • Maintaining and replacing route tape is a lot of work

  • Route tape residue attracts dirt and grime

  • Modifying travel paths with every layout change is always a struggle

  • Rough flooring at our plant constantly derails the robot

  • We want to use robots but teaching is a huge task

The cure for transfer robot troubles is THK's original design!

THK’s Original Tape-Free Signpost Navigation System

SIGNAS uses built-in cameras to detect signposts that guide where it goes.
There’s no need to configure maps or set route tape, so it can be used right away.

Teaching is simple

  • Simply place the signposts
  • No need for programming knowledge

Changing the layout is easy

  • No need to pull up or reapply route tape
  • No need for complex mapping

Simple system configuration

  • Run without a host system or mapping information
  • Standalone operation unaffected by security systems or poor signal reception

The many industries and transfer applications successfully using SIGNAS

SIGNAS can both carry and pull!

Manufacturing

Manufacturing fixtures

Rolls of plastic film and fabric

Part containers

Manufacturing carts

Logistics

Manual pallet jacks and pallets

Six-wheel carts

Cage carts

For those who need to move heavier loads...
We provide an upgraded model that can pull loads weighing up to 1 ton (1,000 kg)!

SIGNAS-BM Standard model
Towing capacity: 500kg
Carrying capacity: 150kg
SG-BM1T Upgraded model
Towing capacity: 1ton (1,000kg)

Integrate with other FA equipment
to go beyond transfer automation!

Equipped to work with robots

Electronic equipment manufacturer

POINT!

Automatic charging

Automate the manual process of transporting workpieces from production line to inspection machine.
Keep inspections running all through the night!

Equipped to work with roller shutter doors and elevators

Machine manufacturer

POINT!

Remote calling system

Use automated transfer to take finished products to a warehouse on another floor.
Operators can focus on assembly to boost productivity!

Compatible with a variety of terrain types!

Climbable gradient: 5° max.

Traversable height: 10 mm max.

Traversable gap: 50 mm max.

Runs on gratings

Runs on asphalt

Runs on uneven surfaces
like gratings, asphalt,
diamond plate, and concrete

* Climbable gradient: 5°/Traversable height: 10 mm
/Traversable gap: 50 mm

While normal AGVs (automated guided vehicles) used for transporting materials on a construction site or for plant logistics are limited in terms of where and how they can be used, SIGNAS® can be used in areas with slopes, steps, and transitions between indoor and outdoor environments. It can be adapted for a wide range of applications with different operating environments, spatial constraints, and cargoes.

Everything you need,
all in one convenient package!

You can set up and start using SIGNAS right away.

SIGNAS®-BM Standard set

Main unit

  • Select either a lithium or lead battery.

  • Notebook PC

  • Charger

  • Remote
    controller

Required

Signposts

  • The number of signposts required will depend on the intended travel path.
Optional
  • Notebook PC1
  • Charger1
  • Remote controller1
  • Lithium or lead battery
  • Magnetic sensor unit
  • Wireless charging2
  • Intersection control
  • For every purchase of a main unit after the first, items 1, 2, and 3 purchased with the first unit can also be used for main units purchased later.
  • Item 5 is required when adding wireless charging.

Getting Started

step01

Verify what you need

  • Cargo (weight, size)
  • Cycle times
  • Travel paths (distance, width of path, and other details)
  • Required connectivity, etc.
  • Enter into an NDA, if required.

step02

On-site survey

  • Check the layout
  • Confirm dimensions
  • Demos and test runs, as required

step03

Submission of proposal

  • Test run on proposed route
  • Tow intended cargo
  • Run on uneven surfaces, slopes, wet surfaces, and in semi-outdoor spaces
  • Evaluate cost effectiveness

step04

Submission of delivery specifications

step05

Ordering

step06

Pre-installation meeting
On-site installation

  • Confirm operation

Our expert sales and
engineering support team is
here to help you reach your automation goals!

We’re here to help you automate and integrate your transfer process, from the conceptual phase to final execution!