The Chem Project
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Chemical operations, stabilised: The Chem Project shows compliant, efficient automation with better OEE and fewer deviations.
The Chem Project
Achieving Reliable and Efficient Automation in the Chemical Industry
Overview
When a leading chemical manufacturer faced mounting pressure to optimize internal logistics, the company turned to the Driverless Forklift AGV. The goal was simple yet ambitious: to eliminate manual transport bottlenecks, reduce labour demands, and streamline production flow across a vast and complex facility.
The result? A fully automated material handling system that has transformed their plant operations — improving speed, safety, and efficiency all at once.
The Challenge
The factory was divided into multiple functional areas — including raw material, blending workshops, filling stations, finished product, and distribution zones. Each section required frequent material transfers, but the process was entirely manual, involving explosive, heavy loads and long transfer times
Because of the manual workflow, the company struggled with:
Slow loading and unloading cycles delaying production.
High labour costs with their 24-hour staffing.
Complex transfer distances between production zones.
It was clear that a smart, fully automated transport solution was needed to meet production demands and improve overall efficiency but it needed to be one that was reliable and had safety in mind.
The Results
Deployment of 9 Forklift AGVs to achieve fully automatic material transport between key production and storage areas. The system seamlessly connects the raw material section, pre-mixing and filling workshops, and finished product section— ensuring smooth, uninterrupted logistics across the entire plant.
Key features included:
Multi-pallet cross-floor transhipment, enabling rapid and continuous flow.
Automatic docking, loading, and unloading, reducing manual intervention.
Centralised scheduling via LCS, RCS, and WMS, ensuring end-to-end process automation.
Integration with MES systems, providing real-time logistics data and production tracking.
Through automation, the factory drastically reduced idle time, eliminated repetitive manual handling, and achieved stable, error-free transfers between departments.
Ready to Automate Your Internal Logistics ?
Allied Automations can help you deliver unmatched efficiency, scalability, and control with Forklift AGV integration. Transform your operations with intelligent automation that drives measurable ROI.
Contact Allied Automation today to start your journey toward a smarter, safer, and more efficient logistics system.