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In logistics conveyor sorting lines, omnidirectional movement is often a necessary function. "Omnidirectional movement" means the ability to perform translation in any direction on a plane while simultaneously rotating. To achieve omnidirectional movement, logistics conveyor sorting lines generally use two special types of wheels: "Omni Wheels" and "Mecanum Wheels."
A Mecanum wheel consists of a central hub with a series of free-rolling rollers attached around its circumference. These rollers are mounted at a 45-degree angle relative to the plane of the wheel. Typically, a vehicle is equipped with four wheels, arranged in a specific pattern (two with left-handed rollers and two with right-handed). By independently controlling the speed and direction of each wheel, the vector sum of the forces generated by the rollers enables full omnidirectional movement.
The full name of this wheel is the Mecanum Wheel. Its frame is made of high-performance nylon, while the six small rollers are coated with a TPU sleeve over POM, which offers excellent lubricity. This design ensures a long service life, high friction coefficient, and low noise. Due to the operational characteristics of mecanum wheels, they must work in pairs to achieve omnidirectional movement. Please ensure paired selection during us.
Due to the working characteristics of Mecanum wheels, they must operate in pairs to achieve omnidirectional movement. Please ensure they are selected and used in pairs.
The skate wheel is a core component of wheel transfer equipment. Its individually designed wheels make installation as simple and convenient as mounting standard conveyors, while also facilitating easy maintenance and replacement.
This omni wheel functions as a universal passive wheel. When paired with a driving mechanism at the straight-line end, it enables efficient transfer operations. The internal frame is constructed from high-performance nylon, while the small rollers are equipped with a POM core coated with a TPU sleeve, offering excellent lubricity. This design ensures a long service life, high friction coefficient, and low noise operation.
Wheel Diameter | 50mm |
| Material | PP/PC/PA |
| Shaft Specification | Hex 14 |
| Loading Capacity | 5 KGS （single wheel load） |
The unique capabilities of Mecanum wheels make them ideal for several key applications within warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing plants:
Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs):
This is the most prominent application. Mecanum-wheeled AGVs/AMRs can navigate through narrow aisles and congested areas with ease. They can slide sideways to approach a shelf directly, make precise 90-degree turns in tight spaces, and reorient themselves without needing a wide turning radius, significantly optimizing travel paths and time.
High-Density Warehousing:
In facilities where every square inch counts, Mecanum-wheeled vehicles maximize space utilization. They can operate efficiently in aisles only slightly wider than the vehicle itself, as they don't require extra space for turning. This allows for more storage racks and higher inventory density.
Assembly Lines and Production Stations:
For tasks like kitting or supplying parts to an assembly line, Mecanum-wheeled carts can move seamlessly between stations. They can approach a workstation from the side, align perfectly with the operator, and then move diagonally to the next point, ensuring a smooth and continuous workflow without interrupting the production line's layout.
Precision Loading and Unloading:
When positioning heavy or bulky loads onto conveyors, shelves, or trucks, millimeter-level accuracy is crucial. Mecanum-wheeled platforms can make fine lateral or rotational adjustments to achieve perfect alignment, reducing the risk of damage and improving operational safety.
Unmatched Maneuverability: The ability to move in any direction without first turning the vehicle is their primary advantage.
Space Efficiency: Eliminates the need for wide aisles and large turning areas, leading to better warehouse layout optimization.
Flexibility and Agility: Easily adapts to changing layouts and operational requirements without major infrastructure changes.
Precision Positioning: Enables pinpoint accuracy for docking and material placement.
Reduced Cycle Time: More direct and efficient movement paths lead to faster task completion.
In logistics conveyor sorting lines, omnidirectional movement is often a necessary function. "Omnidirectional movement" means the ability to perform translation in any direction on a plane while simultaneously rotating. To achieve omnidirectional movement, logistics conveyor sorting lines generally use two special types of wheels: "Omni Wheels" and "Mecanum Wheels."
A Mecanum wheel consists of a central hub with a series of free-rolling rollers attached around its circumference. These rollers are mounted at a 45-degree angle relative to the plane of the wheel. Typically, a vehicle is equipped with four wheels, arranged in a specific pattern (two with left-handed rollers and two with right-handed). By independently controlling the speed and direction of each wheel, the vector sum of the forces generated by the rollers enables full omnidirectional movement.
The full name of this wheel is the Mecanum Wheel. Its frame is made of high-performance nylon, while the six small rollers are coated with a TPU sleeve over POM, which offers excellent lubricity. This design ensures a long service life, high friction coefficient, and low noise. Due to the operational characteristics of mecanum wheels, they must work in pairs to achieve omnidirectional movement. Please ensure paired selection during us.
Due to the working characteristics of Mecanum wheels, they must operate in pairs to achieve omnidirectional movement. Please ensure they are selected and used in pairs.
The skate wheel is a core component of wheel transfer equipment. Its individually designed wheels make installation as simple and convenient as mounting standard conveyors, while also facilitating easy maintenance and replacement.
This omni wheel functions as a universal passive wheel. When paired with a driving mechanism at the straight-line end, it enables efficient transfer operations. The internal frame is constructed from high-performance nylon, while the small rollers are equipped with a POM core coated with a TPU sleeve, offering excellent lubricity. This design ensures a long service life, high friction coefficient, and low noise operation.
Wheel Diameter | 50mm |
| Material | PP/PC/PA |
| Shaft Specification | Hex 14 |
| Loading Capacity | 5 KGS （single wheel load） |
The unique capabilities of Mecanum wheels make them ideal for several key applications within warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing plants:
Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs):
This is the most prominent application. Mecanum-wheeled AGVs/AMRs can navigate through narrow aisles and congested areas with ease. They can slide sideways to approach a shelf directly, make precise 90-degree turns in tight spaces, and reorient themselves without needing a wide turning radius, significantly optimizing travel paths and time.
High-Density Warehousing:
In facilities where every square inch counts, Mecanum-wheeled vehicles maximize space utilization. They can operate efficiently in aisles only slightly wider than the vehicle itself, as they don't require extra space for turning. This allows for more storage racks and higher inventory density.
Assembly Lines and Production Stations:
For tasks like kitting or supplying parts to an assembly line, Mecanum-wheeled carts can move seamlessly between stations. They can approach a workstation from the side, align perfectly with the operator, and then move diagonally to the next point, ensuring a smooth and continuous workflow without interrupting the production line's layout.
Precision Loading and Unloading:
When positioning heavy or bulky loads onto conveyors, shelves, or trucks, millimeter-level accuracy is crucial. Mecanum-wheeled platforms can make fine lateral or rotational adjustments to achieve perfect alignment, reducing the risk of damage and improving operational safety.
Unmatched Maneuverability: The ability to move in any direction without first turning the vehicle is their primary advantage.
Space Efficiency: Eliminates the need for wide aisles and large turning areas, leading to better warehouse layout optimization.
Flexibility and Agility: Easily adapts to changing layouts and operational requirements without major infrastructure changes.
Precision Positioning: Enables pinpoint accuracy for docking and material placement.
Reduced Cycle Time: More direct and efficient movement paths lead to faster task completion.
