SEER Robotics Safety Controller for Autonomous Forklift (SRC-3000FS (Forklift))

Between a blast freezer and a sun-baked loading bay, an autonomous forklift can cross a span of temperature that would trouble most onboard electronics, and its safety logic has to stay intact the whole way. The SEER Robotics Safety Controller for Autonomous Forklift (SRC-3000FS (Forklift)) is specified for ambient conditions from -30°C to 55°C. It brings navigation, steering-wheel motion control and certified functional safety together in one unit weighing 1.8 kg. For anyone building or converting driverless trucks, that combination shapes how the whole vehicle is planned, from the safety concept to the wiring harness.

Robots Middle East supplies the SRC-3000FS (Forklift) to system integrators, vehicle builders and logistics operators across the Middle East. Our team prepares each quotation for your project, arranges delivery to your site and remains your point of contact for support once the controller is in service.

Background

SEER Robotics and its controller family

SEER Robotics develops controllers for autonomous mobile robots, and its range covers a wide spread of vehicle types. Alongside the safety models, the family includes an entry-level controller (SRC-880), a general-purpose controller (SRC-2000-I(S)), a specified forklift controller (SRC-2000-F(S)), a controller for pallet-handling robots (SRC-F10) and a controller for dual-steering-wheel robots (SRC-R10). The full line-up is gathered in our Controllers category. Within this family, the SRC-3000FS line is the one built around functional safety, and the forklift version narrows that focus to a single type of vehicle.

A safety controller written for forklifts

SEER Robotics states that the SRC-3000FS (forklift version) is used for safety forklifts. Its motion model is the steering wheel, the drive layout typical of autonomous forklift trucks. On the safety side, the controller meets ISO 13849-1 Cat.3 PLd and carries a safety integrity level of IEC 61508 SIL2 / IEC 62601 SIL2. It is the world's first robot controller certified for functional safety by the rigorous standards of ISO 13849-1. In practice this means that the safety rating sits inside the same unit that plans routes and drives the truck, which is the central idea behind this product.

Technical Specifications

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

The manufacturer has not published the processor, the memory and storage, the included accessories, the mounting method or the storage temperature; these details are confirmed at quotation.

What does the forklift version of the SRC-3000FS bring to a driverless truck?

SEER Robotics lists two versions under this name: the SEER Robotics Safety Robot Controller (SRC-3000FS) and the forklift version described on this page. The figures in the table above belong to the forklift version, and the manufacturer assigns this version to safety forklifts with a steering-wheel motion model. For a vehicle builder, the value lies in starting from a controller already intended for that vehicle type, rather than adapting a general platform.

The second contribution is the safety rating itself. A rating of ISO 13849-1 Cat.3 PLd, together with SIL2 under IEC 61508, gives the safety engineer a documented basis for the vehicle's safety functions. Because that rating sits in the controller that also navigates and drives, the safety case can be built around one central unit. The final safety assessment of the complete vehicle remains the responsibility of the builder, but the controller offers a certified foundation to build on.

The third contribution is the operating envelope. An ambient range from -30°C to 55°C and relative humidity from 10% to 90% without condensation cover both chilled storage and hot dock areas. The standard enclosure is rated IP52, and SEER Robotics notes that IP65 requires a customised shell. Buyers whose sites involve dust or wash-down should raise this at the quotation stage.

How does the SRC-3000FS (Forklift) handle navigation and connectivity?

The controller supports four navigation methods: SLAM, QR Code, Laser Reflector and NFL (natural feature localisation). This lets one platform serve sites with very different infrastructure. A new facility can use reflectors where precision matters, while an existing warehouse can rely on its natural features without altering the building. With reflectors, the published navigation accuracy is ±2 mm, ±1°, which matters when forks must meet a pallet pocket or a rack position cleanly.

Scale is addressed as well. A single map frame can cover up to 400000 m², enough for large distribution centres and multi-hall production sites. Driving speed is rated at up to 2 m/s.

For integration, the controller offers 24-way digital inputs (16-way PNP plus 8-way NPN / PNP optional), 12-way digital outputs at 400 mA, 2-way CAN, 3-way RS485 and 5-way Gbps Ethernet with TSN (time-sensitive networking). Dual-band 2.4G / 5G 802.11ac 2T2X Wi-Fi connects the vehicle to the site network and fleet systems. The controller runs on a 24 V / 50 V working voltage and draws 18 W, excluding DO output current. Its dimensions of 225 x 136 x 65.6 mm keep it compact for installation within a truck chassis.

Who is the SRC-3000FS (Forklift) for?

The first group is system integrators and vehicle manufacturers who build autonomous forklifts where functional safety must be demonstrated, not just assumed. For them, a controller with a recognised performance level and safety integrity level simplifies the safety documentation of the finished truck.

The second group is logistics and manufacturing operators planning fleets of driverless trucks for warehouses, cold stores and production plants. The wide temperature range and choice of navigation methods suit facilities in the region where storage temperatures and building layouts vary considerably.

The third group is safety and automation engineers who need a controller that connects to existing sensors, drives and plant networks through CAN, RS485, Ethernet and discrete I/O.

Where the vehicle is not a forklift, buyers may compare the SEER Robotics Safety Robot Controller (SRC-3000FS). For forklift projects with different requirements, the SEER Robotics Specified Controller for Autonomous Forklift (SRC-2000-F(S)) and the SEER Robotics Controller for Pallet-handling Robot (SRC-F10) are also part of the range. Robots Middle East is glad to advise on the most suitable choice for your project.

What is the SRC-3000FS (Forklift) used for?

1. Warehouse pallet transport: moving pallets between receiving, storage and dispatch areas without a driver on board.
2. Cold-chain logistics: running autonomous trucks in chilled storage within the controller's published temperature range.
3. Production line feeding: delivering materials to and from assembly lines on repeatable routes.
4. Precision docking: using laser reflector navigation where forks must reach rack or station positions accurately.
5. Large-site operations: mapping extensive distribution centres and multi-hall plants within a single map frame.
6. Safety-rated vehicle builds: forming the certified control core of new or converted autonomous forklifts.

Pricing and Availability

The SRC-3000FS (Forklift) is supplied on quotation, so that the offer reflects your vehicle, your site and your required configuration, including any customised enclosure. Delivery, customs clearance and technical support are arranged together with your quotation from Robots Middle East. To begin, please send us your project details through the quotation request available on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What safety rating does the SRC-3000FS (Forklift) carry?

It meets ISO 13849-1 Cat.3 PLd and carries a safety integrity level of IEC 61508 SIL2 / IEC 62601 SIL2.

Which navigation methods does it support?

The controller supports SLAM, QR Code, Laser Reflector and NFL navigation. With reflectors, navigation accuracy is ±2 mm, ±1°.

Can it operate in cold storage?

Its ambient operating range is -30°C to 55°C, with relative humidity from 10% to 90%, without condensation.

What is the IP rating of the enclosure?

The standard enclosure is rated IP52. An IP65 rating requires a customised shell, which can be discussed at quotation.

What power supply does it need?

The working voltage is 24 V / 50 V, and power consumption is 18 W, excluding DO output current.

Is it suitable for robots other than forklifts?

The forklift version is intended for safety forklifts with a steering-wheel motion model. For other vehicle types, please consider the SRC-3000FS safety robot controller or another model in the SEER Robotics range.

Where can I buy the SRC-3000FS (Forklift) and what does it cost?

Robots Middle East supplies the controller across the Middle East on quotation. The quotation reflects your configuration, delivery and support requirements.

Summary

An autonomous forklift that moves from freezer aisles to a hot loading bay needs a controller that keeps both its navigation and its safety functions dependable across that journey. The SEER Robotics Safety Controller for Autonomous Forklift (SRC-3000FS (Forklift)) addresses this with an ISO 13849-1 Cat.3 PLd and SIL2 rating, four navigation methods, a steering-wheel motion model and an operating range from -30°C to 55°C, all in one compact unit. Robots Middle East quotes, delivers and supports it for projects across the region. To plan a safety-rated forklift fleet, this page is the starting point.