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Automated Pallet Evacuation with MiR1350 & ROEQ GuardCom

See how our integration team deployed a hands-free, safety-first pallet transfer process using mobile robots and conveyor automation.

Challenge: Automating Finished Goods Evacuation

A U.S.-based manufacturer needed to evacuate pallets containing large electrical components—specifically heavy breaker units—from their production line with minimal manual intervention. The solution required a system that could safely coordinate with existing PLC-controlled conveyors and handle transfer logic automatically.

Our Solution

Our team deployed a MiR1350 with a ROEQ GuardCom system, creating a fully autonomous pallet transfer solution that seamlessly integrated with the facility’s existing PLC infrastructure.

Integrated MiR1350 and ROEQ GuardCom for Intelligent Pickup

We deployed MiR1350 autonomous mobile robots equipped with roller top modules. These robots communicated with a ROEQ GuardCom system at a designated pickup station. The GuardCom was hardwired into the facility’s conveyor PLC and used sensors to verify that the robot and system were both in a ready state. Only then would the pallet automatically transfer onto the robot for transport.

Seamless Drop-Off with Safety Handshake Protocols

After pickup, the MiR1350 transported the pallet to a gravity-fed conveyor drop-off location. Similar to the pickup process, the GuardCom at the drop-off station coordinated with the PLC system and MiR to confirm all systems were ready. Only when the safety and position checks passed did the GuardCom gate open and the robot release the pallet.

Conclusion: Scalable, Safe, and Fully Autonomous

The successful integration of MiR1350 robots with ROEQ GuardCom modules and a PLC-driven conveyor system demonstrates how mobile robotics can safely automate heavy material movement with zero manual intervention. Through intelligent handshakes, sensor validation, and reliable robot-to-conveyor communication, this solution minimized risk, reduced labor requirements, and improved the consistency of finished goods evacuation.

As a result, the facility now benefits from a repeatable and scalable workflow that aligns with modern automation goals — proving how advanced AMR integration can deliver real-world impact in industrial environments.