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FlexDrive Launches As UK’s First Fully Customisable Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) Platform

FlexDrive Launches As UK’s First Fully Customisable Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) Platform

FlexDrive is proud to announce its official launch as a pioneering provider of autonomous mobile robotics, offering the UK’s first fully customisable AMR manufacturing capability. Developed in strategic partnership with Siemens, FlexDrive fills a critical gap in the market by providing a homegrown, hyper-flexible alternative to rigid, off-the-shelf automation.

While many AMR solutions force businesses to adapt their layouts to the robot, FlexDrive is engineered to adapt to the facility. Built on the Siemens SIMOVE core control system, the platform allows for complete customisation, from the physical drive unit and payload capacity to the specific application integrated on top. 

Key Features of the FlexDrive Platform: 

  • True Customisation: Flexible drive platforms that can be fitted with powered roller beds, scissor lifts, palletising tools, or bespoke applications. 
  • Advanced Intelligence: Powered by Siemens SIMOVE, featuring free navigation, dynamic obstacle avoidance, and real-time path planning. 
  • Industrial Connectivity: Native integration with factory Wi-Fi and 5G infrastructures, supporting digital twin simulations and real-time data collection. 
  • Proven Reliability: Rigorously tested to ISO 3691-4 (2023) standards, ensuring the highest level of safety in dynamic industrial environments. 
  • Virtual Commissioning: Utilising Technomatix Plant Simulation to verify cycle times and battery life before a single robot hits the floor, reducing integration risk. 
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“Our mission has always been to give businesses control of their automation.

Expanding the FlexDrive AMR fleet allows us to support even more industries, applications, and payload requirements: while keeping the same open architecture, local UK support, and adaptability that make FlexDrive AMR unique.”
Technology Leader, FlexDrive AMR
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Lightweight transport for repetitive tasks

1370 x 770 x 320 mm

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Engineered for agility and precision, the Small Drive Platform brings the full power and configurability of FlexDrive AMR to your most confined spaces. It’s the compact, no-compromise solution for lower-payload applications and complex workflows where every millimeter counts.

up to 1,000kg

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Lightweight transport for repetitive tasks

1770 x 970 x 320 mm

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Engineered for higher payloads and demanding industrial applications, the Medium Drive Platform is currently our most versatile and powerful AMR solution. It delivers the performance to move up to 2500kg, combined with the flexibility of over 50 bespoke configurations.

up to 2,500kg

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Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are a self-navigating robotic system designed to transport materials within a facility without needing fixed infrastructure like magnetic strips, tracks, or guide wires. Using onboard sensors, mapping software, and obstacle detection and avoidance, AMRs understand their environment, make real-time decisions, and can dynamically adjust their routes.

AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) differ from AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) in how they move and respond to their environment.

Whilst AGVs follow fixed routes using magnetic tapes, cores, or wires, AMRs navigate freely using onboard sensors and real time mapping. This allows AMRs to avoid obstacles, adapt to layout changes, and operate in dynamic, collaborative human environments.

Unlike AGVs, which stop when their path is blocked, AMRs can reroute themselves automatically. FlexDrive AMRs although are technically AMRs, with the modular approach we have taken to allow you to completely customise your vehicle each FlexDrive AMR can be configured as an AGV with traditional tape navigation or data matrix codes.

FlexDrive AMRs are suitable for use in warehouses, distribution centres, and manufacturing facilities. They work well in spaces that already have people, equipment, and changing layouts, adapting to the environment without needing fixed paths or major infrastructure changes.
FlexDrive AMRs are supported by three levels of aftercare support. We provide remote support and resources for simple problem resolutions, on-site servicing, or full 24/7 cover with fast repairs and replacements.

FlexDrive AMRs can be deployed in a short time frame. Through our rigorous project deployment process, pre validation and testing ensure when FlexDrive AMRs and their applications arrive on site with minimal setup they are ready to work.

You as the end user are key to every deployment, so regular communication and collaboration is maintained to ensure we meet your requirements and expectations. Through our ability to simulate all our deployments we reduce the set-up time on site.

FlexDrive AMRs can operate in many industries from Automotive, Intralogistics, Material handling, MedTech and more. They fulfil many roles within each sector, from intralogistics, material or product handling to dynamic mobile platforms down an assembly line or process.

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