How Conveyor AGVs Integrate With MES/WMS

Modern factories increasingly rely on digital systems to manage production, inventory, and logistics. However, even the most advanced MES (Manufacturing Execution System) or WMS (Warehouse Management System) cannot reach full efficiency if material movement still depends on manual labor. This is where Conveyor AGVs become a critical link, bridging digital workflows with physical material flow.

AOTENENG Conveyor AGVs are built for deep integration with MES/WMS platforms, enabling a fully automated, data-driven distribution system across the factory floor.

Closing the Gap Between Digital Planning and Physical Movement

MES and WMS decide what needs to move—but they cannot move materials themselves.
Without automation, factories rely on workers or forklifts to execute system instructions, leading to delays, inconsistencies, and miscommunication.

Conveyor AGVs change this completely.
They transform digital task orders into real-time, physical actions, ensuring materials arrive exactly when and where the system schedules them.

Technical Specifications (Typical Series)

(Specs can be customized based on workflow requirements)

Real-Time Task Dispatching From MES/WMS

When integrated with MES/WMS, the AGV receives instructions automatically:

• move bins to the next assembly station

• deliver components to packaging

• return empty totes

• transfer finished goods to outbound staging

Tasks are assigned instantly based on system logic—no manual job scheduling required.

This creates a closed-loop workflow where the AGV becomes an extension of the software system.

Automated Loading and Unloading for Zero-Touch Operations

Unlike traditional AGVs, Conveyor AGVs do not require operators to load or unload materials.

The built-in conveyor enables:

• automatic receiving from conveyor lines

• automatic delivery to robotic cells

• smooth handoff to machines or workstations

• reversible loading/unloading when needed

MES/WMS simply issues a task, and the AGV completes the entire process without human involvement.

Live Tracking and Material Traceability

Every movement the AGV performs is sent back to the MES or WMS in real time:

• task progress

• current location

• load status

• remaining tasks

• battery state

This gives managers full visibility and ensures accurate traceability across the entire production chain.

Intelligent Routing Based on System Demand

AGVs do more than follow pre-set paths.
When connected to higher-level systems, they follow routing decisions based on real-time conditions.

MES/WMS may direct the AGV to:

• reroute to another line due to machine downtime

• prioritize urgent orders

• balance materials across multiple workstations

• avoid congested areas

This dynamic behavior helps maintain continuity even in busy or changing environments.

FIFO/LIFO/Batch Logic Executed Automatically

Manufacturers often require specific material rules such as:

• First-In-First-Out (FIFO)

• First-In-Last-Out (FILO)

• Batch sequencing

• Time-controlled delivery

AOTENENG Conveyor AGVs follow these rules automatically because the MES/WMS handles the logic, and the AGV executes the movement precisely as instructed.

Seamless Integration With Robots and Automated Lines

Many factories operate robotic arms, packaging machines, CNC cells, or assembly modules.
AOTENENG AGVs integrate through PLC or API communications, allowing:

• robots to “call” an AGV when materials are low

• machines to trigger pickup tasks after processing

• synchronized loading for high-speed assembly

This machine-to-AGV communication ensures continuous production without idle time.

Removing Human Error From Material Distribution

Manual handling introduces mistakes such as:

• delivering materials to the wrong station

• skipping steps

• misreading system instructions

• mixing work orders

With automated execution:

• every task is logged

• destinations are guaranteed accurate

• timing follows system logic

• no materials are misplaced

This dramatically improves production consistency and quality.

Scalable to Any Fleet Size or Facility Layout

As production grows, AGV fleets can expand easily.

When MES/WMS integration is in place:

• new AGVs join automatically

• traffic loads are distributed evenly

• workflows can be rearranged digitally

• layout changes require minimal physical work

This gives factories flexibility for long-term smart manufacturing strategies.

Why AOTENENG Is the Ideal Partner for MES/WMS Integrated Conveyor AGVs

AOTENENG provides:

• standard API interfaces

• industrial PLC connectivity

• customized communication protocols

• joint debugging with customer systems

• robust data reporting and diagnostics

Our Conveyor AGVs operate reliably in 48+ countries, supporting deep integration with automation platforms across automotive, electronics, appliance, and warehouse industries.