Method for installing an automatic guided vehicle system guide path

Abstract

A method for installing an automatic guided vehicle system guide path in the form of an inductive loop disposed beneath the floor of a factory or other facilities includes the steps of establishing a desired floor layout to meet the needs of the facility wherein the system is to be installed, cutting a trough or slot in the floor following the layout with a saw, placing the signal wires into the slot, installing a mechanical seal in the floor slot flush with the floor surface, setting the mechanical seal to a final depth, and applying a primer and final seal over the slots including the mechanical seal. The signal wires are thus retained "free floating" within the slot rather than being solidly embedded in the floor, and are relatively easily accessible by removing the mechanical seal and final seal for access for repair and maintenance.

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