ZAPT develops autonomous robotic technology focused on increasing productivity through reliable solutions. The company offers the Nomad, a fully autonomous commercial mower utilizing advanced sensor suites and path planning algorithms. This technology aims to make advanced autonomy accessible for commercial applications, such as grounds maintenance.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Commercial landscaping services face rising labor costs and workforce shortages, impacting profitability and service capacity. Traditional mowing operations require significant manual effort, leading to inefficiencies and potential safety risks, especially on complex terrains or in challenging conditions.
Solution
ZAPT provides autonomous robotic mowing solutions designed to automate commercial lawn maintenance, addressing labor challenges and improving operational efficiency. Their flagship product, Nomad, is a fully autonomous commercial mower equipped with a redundant sensor suite, enabling it to navigate complex environments without the need for manual guidance or pre-defined boundaries. ZAPT offers both mower leasing and custom autonomous solutions, allowing businesses to integrate autonomous technology into their existing equipment and operations. By leveraging advanced sensor integration and path-planning algorithms, ZAPT's solutions optimize mowing routes, reduce overlap, and ensure consistent performance across various terrains and weather conditions. The Nomad mower also includes an operator app for remote monitoring, job scheduling, and performance reporting, providing real-time insights into mowing operations.
Target Audience
ZAPT's primary customers are commercial landscaping service providers, property management companies, and municipalities seeking to automate lawn maintenance operations, reduce labor costs, and improve efficiency.
Features
- 60” tri-blade mulching deck with adjustable cutting height (1.5"
- 5.5")
- All-wheel drive and all-wheel steering for enhanced traction and maneuverability on slopes up to 15 degrees
- Redundant sensor suite including GNSS (GPS), LiDAR, stereo cameras, IMU, ultrasonic sensors, and resolvers/encoders for precise localization and object detection
- Path planning software to optimize mowing routes and minimize overlap
- Real-time object detection and avoidance system for safe operation around obstacles
- Operator app for remote monitoring, job scheduling, performance reporting, and maintenance alerts
- Gasoline-powered 38HP Kohler engine
- Connectivity via Quad SIM, Dual Band Radio GSM, and WIFI