Airports

Keeping Baggage Moving – Intelligent Energy and Data Solutions

Whether in early storage, sortation, or transfer, power and data transfer are key to baggage handling availability. We offer proven conductor rail systems, Inductive Power Transfer (IPT) systems, and charging solutions for industrial mobile robots. Our conductor rails, used in major airports around the world, use long-life pure carbon collectors to ensure maximum uptime and minimum total cost of ownership. For high-speed, continuous-loop sorters, IPT solutions provide a nearly maintenance-free alternative, ensuring seamless and wear-free energy transmission. In addition, our advanced charging solutions increase the efficiency and flexibility of AGV-based baggage handling. These technologies ensure uninterrupted baggage flow, minimizing downtime and keeping airport logistics running smoothly.

Our advanced wireless data transmission solutions enable accurate tracking and sorting of baggage, optimizing throughput for high-capacity airports. Whether controlling tilt tray and cross belt sorters or coordinating AGVs for flexible baggage transfers, our systems provide fast, interference-free communications to keep operations on track. By eliminating disruptions and bottlenecks, we help airports move millions of bags efficiently every year.                                                                                                            

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Conductor Rails 0811 provide a reliable and efficient energy supply, ensuring smooth operation in baggage handling systems.
• For a contactless and maintenance-free power solution, Inductive Power Transfer supports continuous energy supply across conveyor networks.
• Wireless Charging and Charging Contacts enable flexible and efficient energy management, reducing downtime in airport logistics.

Powering Smart Mobility: Solutions for AGVs and AMRs

AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) and AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) are essential for automated material transportation in factories and warehouses. While AGVs follow fixed routes, AMRs use SLAM technology to navigate dynamically and adapt to changing environments. To maximize uptime and efficiency, a well-designed energy supply and data communication strategy is essential.

A reliable energy concept is key to ensuring continuous operation. Opportunity charging helps minimize battery size, weight and cost, while reducing the total number of robots needed to perform a given task. Our solutions, such as inductive charging and conductor rail systems, provide efficient power transmission, eliminating long charging breaks. Intelligent energy management, which co-designs battery size with the charging strategy, enables seamless integration into operational workflows, allowing robots to charge strategically without disrupting production.

Stable and fast data connectivity is essential for accurate navigation, process control, and fleet management. Our solutions enable real-time communication, allowing AGVs and AMRs to receive updates, optimize routes, and react dynamically to obstacles. In addition, advanced data management allows robots to enter sleep mode during downtime and wake up automatically, reducing unnecessary energy consumption. By integrating reliable energy transmission with intelligent data communication, we enhance productivity, optimize fleet efficiency, and support the seamless automation of modern intralogistics environments.

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Our all-in-one inductive charging solution WirelessCharger 3.0 ensure a reliable energy supply for high-throughput AGV/AMR operations
• Our conductive charging solutions based on KontaktCharger series and Nano+ and Enduro+ charging contact series will cover all size of AGVs and AMRs at with fast rates
• Integrated charging solutions like 0865 ChargeLine could also be provided for a dynamic charge to reduce downtime and enhance overall system efficiency.
• BatteryBlock energy storage series is provided plug-and-play with our charging solutions, for a safe and efficient charging process
• AGVs and AMRs equipped with onboard energy storage benefit from RadioSafe, a fleet-wide emergency stop system that enhances safety, and can remotely handle sleep modes

Optimized Motion with Reliable Power and Data for ETV and TV Systems

Elevated Transfer Vehicles (ETVs) optimize high-bay storage by automating ULD handling, enhancing space efficiency, safety, and throughput. Transfer Vehicles (TVs) streamline material flow between land- and airside operations. Our power and data solutions ensure maximum uptime, supporting tight aircraft loading schedules with uncompromising reliability.

High-performance power solutions such as our conductor rail systems, featuring long-life carbon collectors, provide a stable and continuous power supply—ideal for long aisle lengths and high-speed ULD transport. These low-maintenance rails ensure maximum uptime and minimum downtime, making them the preferred choice in major air cargo hubs. Inductive Power Transfer (IPT) systems enable contactless energy transfer, eliminating maintenance-intensive components and increasing system longevity. IPT is particularly suited for high-throughput cargo facilities where constant movement and operational reliability are essential.

Reliable data transmission is critical for coordinating ETVs and TVs in busy airport environments. Conductix-Wampfler’s ProfiDAT® and ProfiDAT® Compact systems utilize slotted-waveguide technology to provide shielded, interference-free data transmission, eliminating radar interference common in airport environments. This ensures seamless, real-time data flow for vehicle positioning, sorting coordination, and automated routing. These cutting-edge technologies enable airports to optimize cargo movement, minimize delays, and improve overall operational efficiency.

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Conductor Rail Systems ensure a stable and efficient energy supply, supporting the continuous operation of ETVs and TVs.
• ProfiDAT and ProfiDATcompact are highly reliable and state-of-the-art data transmission systems based on slotted-waveguide technology.
• To enhance safety and protect equipment, Rubber and Cellular Buffers absorb impacts and reduce wear.

Reliable Solutions for Next-Level Airport Cable Car Mobility

Cable Cars (Cable-Pulled People Movers) are essential for modern airport infrastructure. They seamlessly connect check-in areas with departure zones, ensuring smooth and reliable passenger transport - especially for those with tight connections. As mission-critical systems, they enhance both efficiency and safety in airport operations.

Reliable power and data transmission are key to their performance. Our advanced conductor rail systems provide a continuous energy supply for lighting, air conditioning, and onboard safety and entertainment systems. At the same time, they enable secure data transfer for passenger information and monitoring systems. Designed for durability, these solutions ensure uninterrupted operation - even under extreme conditions like temperature fluctuations and humidity.

With their robust technology and seamless integration, Cable Cars powered by Conductix-Wampfler solutions optimize passenger flow and enhance the travel experience. They are the smart choice for maximizing efficiency and comfort in airports worldwide.

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Conductor Rails guarantee a reliable power supply along the travel paths.
• Optional de-icing systems for our Conductor Rails also make smooth winter use possible.
• Data-over-Power Solutions for Data transmission via existing energy supply systems.
• Buffers & Bumpers are not only a key component of an People Mover in terms of safety.

Advanced Power and Data Solutions for Efficient Airport Mobility

At busy international airports, Automated People Movers (APMs) ensure that passengers and airport staff move quickly and efficiently between terminals, gates, and key transport hubs. To keep these systems running smoothly, a reliable and continuous energy supply is essential. Conductix-Wampfler provides tailored power solutions to meet the demands of modern APMs. Whether through conductor rails or other advanced energy transmission technologies, our systems ensure efficient, low-maintenance operation.

Precision and reliability are paramount when it comes to APM control. Our high-performance data transmission solutions guarantee real-time, uninterrupted communication between vehicles and central control units. This means flawless coordination, instant diagnostics, and predictive maintenance that keeps operations running 24/7.

Smart control solutions drive seamless, efficient passenger transport. Intelligent automation systems enable adaptive speed control, precise vehicle positioning, and dynamic traffic management. These technologies optimize every movement, ensuring that APMs integrate effortlessly into airport logistics. The result? Faster, safer and more reliable passenger movement.

Tailored Solutions for You:

• Our Conductor Rails ensure a reliable and continuous power supply for Automated People Movers, enabling efficient and maintenance-friendly operation.