AGV Navigation Magnetic Strip
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Product Description
Barrier Alert Company manufactures agv navigation magnetic strip for fixed-route AGV systems that need a stable magnetic signal, clean slitting edges, and dependable floor adhesion. Made with a flexible PVC / rubber magnetic composite, the strip is tested to keep magnetic strength variation within +/-50 Gauss over 5 m, helping Hall effect and Reed switch sensors read the route consistently. It can be installed on prepared concrete, epoxy-coated, or painted floors for straight lines, curves, intersections, and docking areas.
TDS
Item | Typical Value |
Product Type | AGV navigation magnetic strip |
Magnetic Material | Flexible PVC / rubber magnetic composite |
Standard Width | 10 - 20 mm |
Standard Thickness | 1.5 - 3 mm |
Magnetic Strength | 1200 - 1500 Gauss |
Magnetic Strength Tolerance | +/-50 Gauss over 5 m |
Adhesive Type | Industrial pressure-sensitive adhesive |
Suitable Floor Surface | Clean concrete, epoxy coating, painted floor |
Sensor Compatibility | Hall effect sensor / Reed switch sensor |
Route Layout | Straight path, curved path, intersection, docking area |
Edge Condition After Slitting | Smooth edge, minimal burr, minimal fraying |
Operating Temperature | -20 C to 60 C |
Recommended Inspection Cycle | Every 3 - 6 months |
Cleaning Resistance | Water, mild detergent, light industrial dust |
Roll Length | 25 - 50 m standard |
Applications
- Fixed AGV route guidance in production workshops with stable transport lanes.
- Warehouse material transfer routes that require continuous magnetic sensor reading.
- Docking areas, charging stations, and transfer points that need repeatable stopping accuracy.
- Curved routes and intersections where clean strip edges help reduce sensor deviation.
- Epoxy-coated floors, painted floors, and prepared concrete floors after surface cleaning.
- Indoor logistics paths exposed to dust, routine floor cleaning, pallet movement, and daily traffic.
How do magnetic navigation paths differ from other AGV guidance technologies?
Magnetic navigation paths use an adhesive backed magnetic guide strip to provide a fixed signal for AGV sensors. Laser and SLAM systems depend more on reflectors, scanning, or environmental mapping. The advantage of a magnetic route is that it is easy to verify after installation and does not depend on lighting or visual contrast. The trade-off is route flexibility: when the path changes, the strip must be moved or replaced. For stable warehouse lanes and production lines, the benefit is clear signal continuity and predictable sensor response.
Product Overview
The agv navigation magnetic strip from Barrie Ralert Company is designed for AGV systems that rely on a physical magnetic path rather than visual markers, floor paint, or reflector-based positioning. For production lines and warehouse routes that do not change every week, this type of guidance is still practical because the signal is simple for the vehicle to detect and easy for maintenance teams to inspect.
The strip body uses a flexible magnetic compound that stays flat during installation and follows mild floor variation without cracking. Its adhesive backing bonds well to clean concrete, epoxy coating, and painted industrial floors when oil, loose dust, and moisture are removed before installation. In internal route checks, magnetic strength variation was controlled within +/-50 Gauss across 5 m sections, reducing the chance of weak signal zones during continuous vehicle movement.
One detail that matters in real AGV use is the edge after slitting. A rough or lifted edge can collect dust, peel under pallet traffic, or interfere with low-mounted sensors. This strip is slit with a smooth edge and minimal burr, helping the route stay clean and readable after installation.
Benefits
- Helps AGVs maintain route accuracy with typical lateral deviation <=5 mm under stable floor and sensor conditions.
- Consistent magnetic strength supports continuous reading across straight lines, turning areas, and intersections.
- Pressure-sensitive adhesive is suitable for prepared concrete, epoxy, and painted floors.
- Smooth slitting edges reduce the risk of lifting, fraying, and sensor misreading.
- Flexible strip body supports route layout around docking points, transfer stations, and curved paths.
- Suitable for routine industrial traffic, including foot traffic, pallet movement, and light forklift crossing.
What makes magnetic navigation still relevant for automated guided vehicles?
Magnetic navigation remains useful because it gives the AGV a fixed and easy-to-read signal without needing cameras, reflectors, or real-time mapping. In facilities with stable transport routes, this keeps commissioning simple and daily operation predictable. Barrie Ralert Company tests the strip for signal consistency across 5 m sections, helping AGVs maintain lateral deviation within <=5 mm in controlled route trials. It is also a practical choice in dusty, humid, or visually busy workshops where optical recognition may be less stable.
FAQ
Can the strip work with common AGV magnetic sensors?
Yes. It is suitable for Hall effect and Reed switch AGV magnetic sensors, provided the sensor height and magnetic polarity direction match the vehicle setting.
What floor condition is required before installation?
The floor should be clean, dry, and free from oil, loose dust, and peeling coating. Concrete, epoxy, and painted floors should be tested before full route installation.
Will the edge affect AGV sensor reading after slitting?
A smooth slitting edge helps reduce burrs, fraying, and edge lifting. This is important for low-mounted sensors that read the strip at close distance.
How often should the magnetic strip be checked?
A 3 - 6 month inspection cycle is recommended. Check for lifted edges, heavy abrasion, debris buildup, or damaged sections near turning points and docking areas.