Introducing the autonomous guided vehicle - AGV

This is our Autonomous Guided Vehicle. A gps guided, self-driven vehicle designed to deliver rations from the kitchen to the bunk.

Australia has a labour shortage, and we need to work smarter to remain at the forefront of protein production. Driven by a CAT engine and hydraulic motors for precision low speed delivery, and it link with a range of Patz (or other brand) mixers or delivery boxes.

As we move to see the AGV become a reality in cattle operations, we are seeking feedback on how we can improve or introduce features of the machine.

self driving

The AGV is a driverless vehicle that delivers feed to bunks, designed to match capacity of existing feedlot equipment using a TMR mixer. It is currently undergoing a safety audit to comply with international standards, including collision avoidance & shutdown protocols.

feedback welcome

Multiple stops. taxi ranks. accurate.

This AGV has been designed with Australian operations in mind. Each AGV can be programmed to easily stop at multiple bunks on one trip. Likewise, several AGVs can operate from one location. They will communicate with each other and the fleet will deliver as programmed every day.

The CAT engine powers hydraulic motors. This delivers a very consistent and controllable delivery at low speeds that would normally cause conventional trucks problems.

tell us what features are important to you

monitoring and reportability

The AGV comes with an App that allows you to consolidate all feedlot components into a unified platform. The satellite view makes it easy for users to view multiple feedlot sites, as well as check location and status of various key factors of their operation, including the AGV, waypoints and silos. The app will also notify users of alarms, warnings & updates as necessary.

this form allows you to tell us what things you would like measured

At DOM Distribution we believe quality components make better business sense in the long run. That’s why we are a CAT Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), and that’s why the AGV has these components:

CAT Engine
Heavy duty wheel motors with internal brakes
DOM designed and built hydraulic system and cooling package
Australian built & programmed PLC/Control Panel
Diesel capacity for extended operation time
Cooling system designed for Australian conditions

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