Heavy Duty AGVs
for Transformer
Transportation.
The Semco Robotics Heavy Duty AGV is a battery-powered, omnidirectional industrial AGV engineered for the transformer industry, heavy engineering and industrial automation. It transports transformers and other ultra-heavy loads up to 600 tonnes — safely, precisely and at significantly lower operating cost than air cushion vehicles.
- Max Payload
- 600T
- Op Cost
- −90%
- Motion
- 360°
Everything you need to know, at a glance.
A quick technical summary of the Semco Heavy Duty AGV — for engineering teams evaluating heavy load transfer solutions inside transformer and heavy manufacturing plants.
- What is a Heavy Duty AGV?
- A battery-powered, omnidirectional Automated Guided Vehicle engineered to lift and transport ultra-heavy industrial loads on factory floors — used for transformers, reactors, steel coils, wind turbine sub-assemblies and similar heavy components.
- How does it work?
- The AGV rolls under the load on ultra-low-profile polyurethane wheels, lifts hydraulically, and moves along programmed floor paths under differential-drive omnidirectional control — no rails, no compressed air.
- Which industries use it?
- Transformer manufacturing, heavy engineering, power equipment, steel, wind turbine and shipyard assembly, aerospace, railway and infrastructure — anywhere ultra-heavy components need to move.
- Maximum payload
- Rated configurations from 20 tonnes to 600 tonnes across the SI-KWT platform. The 300 tonne class is the most-specified rating for large transformer plants.
- Navigation methods
- Differential drive with omnidirectional motion — programmed floor paths, magnetic tape, laser or LiDAR-guided variants available.
- Power system
- Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) battery with fast opportunity charging and long standby life.
- Safety features
- IP54 protection, 360° obstacle detection, emergency-stop, wireless operator controller, safety-rated speed limits.
- Customization
- Custom deck sizes, lifting stroke, wheel configuration, control architecture and integration with plant FMS/ERP systems.
Engineered for the heaviest, most demanding transformer floors.
Up to 600 Ton Capacity
Purpose-built for the heaviest payloads in industrial manufacturing.
Ultra Low Profile
Slim chassis fits directly under transformers for under-roll lifting.
Omnidirectional Movement
360° travel — sideways, diagonal and in-place rotation.
Lithium Battery Powered
LiFePO₄ battery pack for long standby and multi-shift duty.
Fast Charging
Opportunity charging keeps operations continuous.
Up to 90% Lower Operating Cost
Radically reduce lifecycle cost vs air cushion vehicles.
Trusted by India's most demanding enterprises.
For over two decades, the Semco Group has partnered with India's leading industrial, infrastructure and energy companies — delivering engineered equipment, automation and services across a broad portfolio of businesses.
Built specifically for transformer manufacturers.
Traditional transformer movement using air cushion vehicles comes with expensive infrastructure, high maintenance costs and operational limitations — compressed air lines, sealed floors, skilled operators and constant part replacement.
The Semco Heavy Duty AGV is a modern alternative for the transformer industry, heavy engineering and industrial automation. A battery-powered heavy load AGV with omnidirectional movement, differential drive, IP54 protection and up to 90% lower operating cost over its lifetime. Autonomous, trackless, and engineered for round-the-clock production floors.
Applications.
Proven inside operating plants for transformer handling, steel coil transfer, wind turbine assembly and other heavy material handling workflows.
Key features & navigation technologies.
- Ultra Low Height
- High Stability
- Differential Drive
- Omnidirectional Navigation
- Low Noise Operation
- Dual Vehicle Linkage
- Fast Charging
- Ultra Long Battery Life
- Polyurethane Wheels
- Simple Maintenance
- LiFePO₄ Battery
- IP54 Protection
Why replace air cushion vehicles.
A line-by-line comparison of the two dominant approaches to heavy transformer transportation.
Eight outcomes that show up on the P&L.
Reduce operating costs
Eliminate compressed air, seals and specialist floors — cut lifecycle costs by up to 90%.
Transportation efficiency
Higher throughput vs air cushion, with faster staging and shorter cycle times.
Compressed air infrastructure
No pipelines, no compressors, no annual seal replacements.
Works on uneven industrial floors
Operates reliably on concrete, self-levelling or steel plate surfaces.
Long wheel life
Industrial polyurethane wheels rated for years of heavy-load duty.
Easy maintenance
Simplified mechanical design — routine checks, minimal downtime.
Improved operator productivity
Single operator handles the platform with a wireless controller.
Facility modification
Deploy inside existing plants with minimal civil or infrastructure work.
Technical specifications.
From 20 tonnes to 600 tonnes — every model shares the same drivetrain, safety and control architecture.
| Product Specification Parameter Table | ||||||||||||
| Dimension / Model | SI-KWT-20 | SI-KWT-30 | SI-KWT-40 | SI-KWT-70 | SI-KWT-100 | SI-KWT-120 | SI-KWT-160 | SI-KWT-200 | SI-KWT-300 | SI-KWT-400 | SI-KWT-500 | SI-KWT-600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 2800 | 4700 | 4700 | 4100 | 5200 | 5500 | 5500 | 6300 | 7500 | 9100 | 10800 | 12200 |
| Width (mm) | 1600 | 1800 | 2300 | 2380 | ||||||||
| Height (mm) | 350 | 360 | 360 | 420 | ||||||||
| Lifting Stroke (mm) | 0–70 | 0–80 | 0–100 | |||||||||
| Dynamic Load Capacity | ||||||||||||
| Rated Load (T) | 20 | 30 | 40 | 70 | 100 | 120 | 160 | 200 | 300 | 400 | 500 | 600 |
| Requirements for Ground Bearing Capacity (T/m²) | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | ||||||||
| Battery | ||||||||||||
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery (LiFePO₄) | |||||||||||
| Mobility Characteristics | ||||||||||||
| Direction of Movement | Straight movement, lateral movement, diagonal movement, turning, in-place rotation, tail swing | |||||||||||
| Walking Speed Range (m/min) | 0–20 | 0–15 | ||||||||||
| Environmental Conditions | ||||||||||||
| Applicable Ground | Concrete, Self-levelling, Steel Plate | |||||||||||
| Climbing Ability | 3% | |||||||||||
| Protection Level | IP54 | |||||||||||
Note: All specifications are subject to customization based on payload, facility layout and operational requirements.
How it works — four disciplined stages.
One accountable engineering partner from first call to long-term support.
- 01Consultation
Engineering call to understand payload, cycle and facility layout.
- 02Site Assessment
On-site audit of floor, routes, integration points and safety zones.
- 03Customization
Sizing, battery, wheel and control architecture tailored to your process.
- 04Installation & Commissioning
Delivery, acceptance runs, operator training and long-term support.
Why Semco Robotics.
A single accountable engineering partner — consulting, design, deployment, commissioning and long-term support.
Industrial automation expertise
Two decades of engineering across heavy manufacturing and utility plants.
Customization for every plant
Payload, floor, oven and route-specific engineering — never off-the-shelf.
Local support across India
4-hour on-site SLA across metros with regional service teams.
Turnkey installation
Delivery, mechanical install, commissioning and acceptance under one contract.
Operator training programs
Structured operator, supervisor and safety training on every deployment.
After-sales service SLAs
Quarterly reviews, predictive maintenance and guaranteed response times.
In-house engineering team
Mechanical, controls, software and safety — engineered end-to-end at Semco.
Future-ready technology
FMS, LiDAR navigation and IoT telemetry available across the SI-KWT range.
Engineered detail — up close.
The platform, the drivetrain, the safety systems and the operator interface — engineered end-to-end for heavy industrial duty.
See it in action.
Ready to modernize heavy load transportation?
Speak with our engineering team about payload, floor conditions and integration — no obligation.
Tell us about your application.
Share your payload, industry and facility layout. An engineer from Semco Robotics will respond within one business day with a technical proposal.
- No obligation — engineering call first, quote later.
- NDA available for sensitive project details.
- Response within one business day, IST.
Plan a pilot, validate the business case, and scale with confidence.
Our engineering team will assess your operations, recommend the right automation mix, and deliver a working deployment — on time and on specification.