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News Release from: Soft Design RTS AB
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 01 November 2004
3D laser navigational system for AGV
ATS AB and Soft Design AB have entered into a strategic partnership to develop a patent pending 3D laser navigational system for AGVs without the use of wall-mounted reflectors.
ATS AB and Soft Design AB have entered into a strategic partnership to develop a patent pending 3D laser navigational system for AGVs without the use of wall-mounted reflectors The agreement combines ATSs unique 3D laser measuring technology and Soft Design ABs AGV software development, marketing and sales capabilities
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 9 Mar 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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"We are fortunate through our cooperation with Soft Design to have the opportunity to introduce this exciting new product into the world of AGV Systems and AGV Solutions," said ATSs Managing Director Göran Bergqvist.
"The 3D Laser navigation system is truly a major advancement in material handling system technology, Soft Design have been appointed as the sole distributor within the AGV Industry and we are looking forward to working closely with ATS on this new joint venture," said Soft Designs Managing Director Erling Wessberg.
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