Dusty Robotics develops a robot-powered construction layout system that integrates building information modeling (BIM) with autonomous mobile robots to print precise layouts directly on construction-site floors. This technology reduces layout time from months to days, enhances accuracy to within 1/16 inch, and minimizes labor and material waste, improving overall project efficiency.
Funding
$69.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional construction layout processes are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to errors, leading to project delays, rework, and material waste. Coordinating multiple trades and ensuring accurate alignment with BIM models on-site presents a significant challenge for construction teams.
Solution
Dusty Robotics offers an automated construction layout solution that uses a mobile robot to print digital layouts directly onto construction site floors. The FieldPrinter robot interprets BIM data and autonomously marks precise layouts, enabling faster and more accurate execution of construction plans. This technology streamlines the layout process, reduces the need for manual measurements, and improves communication between stakeholders by visualizing the design in the physical space. By automating the layout process, Dusty Robotics minimizes errors, accelerates project timelines, and optimizes resource allocation, leading to significant cost savings and improved project outcomes.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes general contractors, subcontractors, and construction project owners seeking to improve efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration in the layout phase of construction projects.
Features
- Autonomous mobile robot capable of navigating construction sites and printing layouts
- Direct integration with BIM software, including Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
- High-precision printing with accuracy up to 1/16 inch at 600 DPI
- Multi-trade layout printing, enabling visualization of all trades' layouts simultaneously
- Remote monitoring and control via a user-friendly interface
- Ability to print layouts in close proximity to obstacles (as close as 1 ¾”)