Agilex UMR (UMR)

A robot that only works on a clean laboratory floor is a demonstration; a robot that keeps working when the weather turns is a tool. The Agilex UMR (UMR) is built to be the second kind: an industrial platform with an IP65 rating, four independent hub motors and an operating range from -10°C to 40°C, meant for work indoors and out.

The Agilex UMR (UMR) is available through this page, by quotation.

Background

AgileX Robotics and its approach

AgileX Robotics was founded in 2016. The company describes its mission as advancing embodied intelligence innovation and accelerating the global commercialization of robotics, using full-stack robotic technologies and an open-source ecosystem. That phrase matters for a buyer, because it explains the character of the products: they are meant to be built upon, not only switched on and left alone.

For teams that follow the wider range, the AgileX category shows the other platforms and kits the brand offers. The UMR sits at the industrial end of that picture, where ruggedness and dependable navigation count for more than classroom convenience.

Where the UMR fits

The UMR is an advanced, versatile industrial robotic platform. The word platform is chosen with care. The UMR is not a finished machine for a single chore; it is a mobile base that engineers shape to a job. Open API support and the Navis Plus module let it be customized quickly for specific applications, so researchers and engineers can shorten their development cycles and reach results sooner.

Underneath, the drive uses four independent hub motors, which allow navigation through challenging terrain and tight spaces with ease. On top of that sits a multi-sensor fusion solution built around 15 sensors, including LiDAR, a depth camera and an ultrasonic sensor, giving 360° surrounding safety. Together, these features describe a platform that is meant to move among people, shelving and equipment without constant supervision.

Technical Specifications

Specifications as published by the manufacturer; confirmed against the datasheet at quotation.

The manufacturer has not published the battery capacity and chemistry, the included accessories, the processor or onboard computer, the maximum obstacle crossing height or the charging time; they are confirmed at quotation.

What makes the UMR suited to harsh environments?

Three facts answer this question. The first is the IP65 rating: the UMR is built with industrial-grade materials, and this rating lets it withstand harsh environments. The second is the temperature range. The platform performs consistently from -10°C to 40°C and excels in both indoor and outdoor industrial settings. The third is the mechanical layout, with four independent hub motors, a ground clearance of 90 mm and a climbing capacity of up to 20°.

None of these figures alone makes a robot rugged, but together they describe a machine that is not confined to a smooth warehouse aisle. A site with a gentle ramp, a threshold or a stretch of open yard is within what the figures describe. Buyers who have a specific surface, slope or weather condition in mind should name it when they request a quotation, so it can be checked against the datasheet.

How does the UMR navigate and stay safe?

The UMR can map areas of over 2 million square meters and reach positioning accuracy of ±2cm. For a site operator, the first figure speaks to the size of the ground a single platform can be taught, and the second to how repeatably it can stop at a dock, a station or a workpiece.

Safety rests on a multi-sensor fusion solution. Fifteen sensors, including LiDAR, a depth camera and an ultrasonic sensor, are combined to give 360° surrounding safety. Using different kinds of sensing is sensible in practice, because each one sees what another can miss, such as a thin obstacle, a glossy surface or a low object near the chassis.

On the software side, Navis API interface instructions come with Python and C++ demo programs, and the compatible product models are UMR and Navis. Communication is by standard CAN and Serial Port 232, so the platform can be connected to existing controllers and custom equipment.

Who is the Agilex UMR (UMR) for?

The first group is industrial engineers who need a mobile base for inspection rounds or material movement and who want a platform that tolerates dust, splashing and changing weather. The IP65 rating and the temperature range are the relevant figures for this group.

The second group is research and development teams. Open API support, the Navis Plus module and the Python and C++ demo programs are aimed at people who write their own software and want to reach working results quickly. Universities and company laboratories that study navigation, delivery or mobile manipulation will find a platform with room to grow.

The third group is integrators who build complete solutions for clients, adding their own mechanisms, tooling or carrying structures on top of a proven base. The maximum load of 70KG sets the limit for what can be mounted, so the weight of the planned equipment should be checked early.

Smaller or lighter projects, such as teaching or desktop experiments, may be better served by another product in the AgileX range.

What is the Agilex UMR (UMR) used for?

1. Industry inspection. Routine rounds through plants, yards and equipment areas, carried out by a platform rated for harsh conditions.
2. Smart delivery. Moving items from one point to another along mapped routes with a positioning accuracy of ±2cm.
3. Intelligent material handling. Carrying loads up to 70KG between workstations, storage and production lines.
4. Mobile manipulation. Serving as the moving base for a manipulator or other tooling that has to reach several work points.
5. Navigation development. Testing and refining navigation software through the Navis API with Python and C++ demo programs.
6. Custom application builds. Adapting the platform to a specific task through open API support and the Navis Plus module.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing for the Agilex UMR (UMR) is given by quotation, based on the configuration and the quantity you describe. Delivery, customs and support are arranged together with the quotation, so that you see the whole project in one place. The Agilex UMR (UMR) is available on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum load of the Agilex UMR (UMR)?

The maximum load is 70KG (user manual). Please plan the weight of any added equipment within that figure.

What protection rating does it have?

The UMR carries an IP65 rating and is built with industrial-grade materials to withstand harsh environments.

What temperatures can it work in?

It performs consistently from -10°C to 40°C, in both indoor and outdoor industrial settings.

How large is it and how much does it weigh?

The dimensions are 830*540*410mm (L*W*H) and the weight is 90 kg. The ground clearance is 90 mm.

Can I customize it with my own software?

Yes. Open API support and the Navis Plus module allow quick customization, and Navis API instructions come with Python and C++ demo programs.

How does it connect to other equipment?

Communication is by standard CAN and Serial Port 232, which suits connection to existing controllers and custom equipment.

Where can I buy the Agilex UMR (UMR) and what does it cost?

You can request it through this page, by quotation. The cost depends on the configuration and quantity, and it is given in the quotation itself.

Summary

The Agilex UMR (UMR) answers a simple question: what if the same robot could work inside the plant and outside it? An IP65 rating, a range from -10°C to 40°C, four independent hub motors, 15 sensors for 360° surrounding safety and positioning accuracy of ±2cm make it a serious industrial base, while open API support and the Navis Plus module keep it open for your own development. If that combination matches your project, this page is the starting point.