Mobile Handling Robot Motion Stack
AGV/AMR OEMs and integrators building compact mobile platforms with 50KG–2T payload, requiring integrated drive wheels, lifting/rotary modules, and CE/UL/STO certified components.
Integrated motion control modules for 50KG–2T payload AGV/AMR platforms. Kinco's iWMC walking servo wheels fuse drive + motor + reducer + wheel into a single unit, reducing installation space by 35%. Paired with iGMK lifting/rotary modules (30%+ smaller than traditional), embedded HMI, and EdgeAccess2 remote ops with OTA support.
FIG.01 AGV / AMR iWMC + iGMK CE · UL · STO Where this recipe fits
Mobile handling robots — AGVs, AMRs, bin-loading robots, shuttle carriers, and small autonomous forklifts — increasingly demand compact, low-profile chassis. Traditional split-component motion stacks (discrete motor + drive + reducer + wheel) consume excessive vertical space and complicate cabling. Kinco's integrated motion modules consolidate these into single mechatronic units, simplifying chassis design and reducing supply-chain complexity.
What the system needs to do
Drive Integration
- Walking servo wheel with integrated drive, motor, reducer (iWMC family)
- CANopen DS402 or EtherCAT CoE communication
- Encoder feedback for closed-loop position and torque
Mechanical Modules
- Rotary module for chassis rotation (iGMK)
- Lifting module for jack-up / cargo transfer (iGMK)
- Embedded HMI with internal cable routing
Platform & Safety
- EdgeAccess2 remote ops with OTA firmware push
- STO Safe Torque Off per ISO 13849-1
- Battery, BMS, and charging interface (24V/48V depending on payload)
Multi-brand component selection
The list below is a starting point. Final part numbers, quantities, and accessories are confirmed during RFQ based on motor power, I/O count, protocol, and certification scope.
| Role | Component | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| DRIVE | Kinco iWMC Walking Servo Wheel | Integrated drive+motor+reducer+wheel · selection by payload + speed + gradient |
| MODULE | Kinco iGMK Rotary Module | Chassis rotation · integrated reducer |
| MODULE | Kinco iGMK Lifting Module | Cargo transfer · integrated reducer |
| HMI | Kinco HMI (embedded) | Internal cable routing · diagnostic + status display |
| PLATFORM | Kinco EdgeAccess2 | Remote ops + OTA + alarm push |
| BRIDGE | USR CAN-to-Ethernet | Optional · for chassis-to-WMS integration |
Reference comparison: vs traditional split-component AGV stacks (separate motor + drive + reducer + wheel).
Alternative selection reference only. Final compatibility must be verified by power rating, I/O count, protocol, software logic, cabinet layout, safety requirements, and local approval.
How we size each component
- iWMC model selection driven by payload, max speed, gradient, floor surface, and turning style (differential vs omni).
- iGMK module count depends on chassis kinematics: 4 driving + 4 steering for omni, 2 driving for differential.
- EtherCAT preferred when ≥4 motion axes need synchronous control; CANopen acceptable for simpler differential drives.
- Battery voltage (24V vs 48V) follows total motor power demand and chassis volume for battery packs.
Practical notes for cabinet build
- CAN bus shielded with 120 Ω termination at both ends
- Separate motor power and signal cables within chassis to minimize EMI
- iWMC integrated unit cabling: power + CAN/EtherCAT only (vs traditional 4–6 cables per wheel)
- Battery loop fusing and emergency disconnect per local machinery code
Coming from a legacy brand
- Existing AGV designs using separate motor + drive + reducer require mechanical re-design for integrated wheels.
- Control software for traditional servos may not leverage integrated-wheel-specific features (per-direction torque limits).
- Component-level CE/UL/STO certifications of iWMC do not auto-certify the complete AGV — system-level certification remains the integrator's responsibility.
When to use this recipe — and when not to
Good fit
- AGV/AMR projects requiring compact, low-profile chassis
- OEMs targeting 50KG–2T payload range where iWMC is commercially available
- Robotics projects needing fast prototype-to-pilot timeline
Not the right fit
- Heavy-duty applications outside integrated-wheel torque range
- Special wheel geometries (mecanum, swerve) not supported by available iWMC variants
- Projects requiring proprietary encoder protocols outside standard CANopen/EtherCAT
Available technical documentation
The documents below can be shared during RFQ review. Some materials are subject to NDA depending on the manufacturer.
Questions about this recipe
What payload range does the iWMC integrated wheel cover?
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How much chassis space is actually saved compared with traditional split designs?
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Are these components certified for export markets?
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