In April, renowned Chinese automaker Xiaomi Automobile Corporation successfully deployed 94 autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) at its assembly plant in Beijing, a move that marked a major step in the company’s efforts to improve production efficiency and automation. The robots, provided by Chinese robotics company Guozi, are mainly used for material handling tasks inside factories and cover more than 100 different operational processes.

AMR deployment background

330103-00-06-10-02-00 Xiaomi Automobile has accelerated its layout in the field of intelligent manufacturing and automation in recent years. The deployment of 94 autonomous mobile robots will significantly improve production efficiency and flexibility at its Beijing assembly plant. Xiaomi Auto has chosen Guozi as its partner, and the robotics company enjoys a reputation in the industry for its advanced technology and reliable products. The cooperation is also a milestone in the deep cooperation between the two sides in the field of intelligent manufacturing.

Technology and function

Equipped with advanced navigation and obstacle avoidance systems, these autonomous mobile robots are able to move autonomously in complex factory environments and accurately complete various handling tasks. Each robot can be connected to nearly 200 storage locations for accurate material handling and placement. These robots can not only reduce labor costs, but also significantly improve the overall efficiency and production capacity of the production line.

“We hope that by introducing these advanced autonomous mobile robots, we can not only improve production efficiency, but also create a safer and more comfortable working environment for employees,” said a Xiaomi Automotive spokesperson. He also mentioned that the introduction of these robots will significantly reduce the manual labor and potential risks associated with manual handling, thereby improving the safety and stability of the overall production process.

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Market driver

With the rapid development of the global electric vehicle market, the market competition faced by manufacturers is becoming increasingly fierce. The introduction and application of automation technology has become an important means to improve production efficiency and product quality. In recent years, rising labor costs and high-intensity work environments have also prompted companies to look for more efficient automation solutions. This initiative of Xiaomi Automobile Company is in line with this trend, through intelligent and automated means to enhance its competitiveness in the market.

330103-00-06-10-02-00 Future outlook

This deployment is just the beginning of Xiaomi Automobile’s layout in the field of automation. In the future, the company plans to further expand its automated production line, including introducing more kinds of robots and smart devices to achieve more comprehensive automated production. Xiaomi Auto also plans to cooperate with more technology companies and robot manufacturers to continuously improve its production capacity and technology level.

This initiative of Xiaomi Automobile Company not only shows its ambition in the field of intelligent manufacturing, but also provides valuable experience and reference for other manufacturing enterprises. With the continuous progress of technology and changes in market demand, automation and intelligence will become the main direction of future manufacturing development. Through continuous innovation and optimization of the production process, Mi Auto is expected to occupy a more favorable position in the future market competition.