Toyota is preparing to open an innovative , multimillion - dollar automotive distribution centre in Australia which will use the latest robotics technology developed in partnership with Omron . Rather than the more traditionally used AGVs ( automated guided vehicles ) , which are limited to following a pre - programmed path and can not navigate around obstacles , the Toyota Parts Centre will deploy Omron ’s mobile robots , or AIVs ( autonomous intelligent vehicles ) . For the new site, the company has partnered with Omron to develop an innovative warehouse solution using the latest automation technology. These offer greater flexibility , are able to select the best robot for each job and can operate for up to 24 hours on a single charge . The Sydney - based facility is scheduled to open later this year .
Toyota is preparing to open an innovative , multimillion - dollar automotive distribution centre in Australia which will use the latest robotics technology developed in partnership with Omron . Rather than the more traditionally used AGVs ( automated guided vehicles ) , which are limited to following a pre - programmed path and can not navigate around obstacles , the Toyota Parts Centre will deploy Omron ’s mobile robots , or AIVs ( autonomous intelligent vehicles ) . These offer greater flexibility , are able to select the best robot for each job and can operate for up to 24 hours on a single charge . The Sydney - based facility is scheduled to open later this year .