Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 92.01
…application is commercial lawn mowing. The U.S. commercial lawn mower market could reach $4 billion by 2024, according to Research and Markets. RC Mowers makes remotely operated robotic lawn mowers that can operate in landscapes that are hazardous to human workers. Suamico, Wis.-based Embankscape Equipment LLC, which does business as RC Mowers, sent its team on a “Great American Road Show.” The company has demonstrated its mowers to commercial landscapers; public works departments; city, county, state and federal park systems; and city, county and state road departments. It reported that sales have exceeded projections. “We have thoroughly enjoyed talking with…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 86.00
RC Mowers last week said it has opened a new office and factory near Green Bay, Wis., to meet industry demand for its autonomous and remotely operated lawn mowers. “This new facility is a result of the unprecedented success RC Mowers has experienced since our inception,” stated Michael Brandt, CEO of RC Mowers. “We have doubled our revenue every year since we opened in 2018, and with the rollout of our new Autonomous Mowing Robot (AMR), we expect to continue this exceptional growth.” Brandt said that along with the need for more factory space, the company has been expanding its…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 78.74
…Spectators at the Daytona International Speedway could see RC Mowers' remotely operated mowers and its new Autonomous Mowing Robot on the Midway at Daytona Speedweeks. The events included the “Beef. It's What's For Dinner.” 300 on Feb 18 and the Daytona 500 on Feb. 19. Ground crews at the Homestead-Miami Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway also use RC Mowers' systems to maintain the areas around their racetracks. “Our mowers have helped these racetracks address major challenges, which include solving labor, safety, and efficiency issues,” stated Tim Kubista, vice president of sales and marketing at RC Mowers. “These speedways have allowed us…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 75.38
…deploying Autonomous Mowing Robots, or AMRs, developed by RC Mowers. Columbus, Ohio-said EMI said the technology will help it deal with labor shortages. “The future of mowing is here, and we're proud to be one of the early adopters of the AMRs,” stated Mark Wehinger, president of EMI. “This new technology is revolutionary as we look for solutions to offset the labor shortage. This allows us to scale our business with less labor, and it enables our high-value talent the opportunity to do more high-value work.” When Wehinger and Gary Clark started EMI in 1992, they only had two employees…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 68.17
…the task more efficient, particularly for challenging terrain. RC Mowers is continuing its “Great American Road Show” to show the capabilities of its product line to dealers and potential owners. Embankscape Equipment LLC, which does business as RC Mowers, demonstrated its remotely operated mowers last year. The company recently named Matthew Bries as senior robotics engineer, among other hires. “These new hires are a testament to the abilities of our product and the anticipation of our future product lines,” stated Tim Kubista, vice president of sales and marketing at RC Mowers. “We are seeing sustained interest from both commercial landscapers…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 66.75
Most conventional robotic lawn mowers require geofencing, or perimeter wires, to make sure the mower “stays within the lines.” By contrast, Mammotion said its technology allows users to simply walk the perimeter of a lawn once to set a virtual boundary. Mammotion claimed that its Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technology provides accuracy to within 2 cm (0.7 in.). RTK also enables a robot to mow separate zones, said the Shenzhen, China-based company. In addition, Mammotion said its algorithms can create planned routes to eliminate repetitive movements and triple mowing efficiency. The company recently launched its LUBA robotic lawn mower for consumers.…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 66.42
…common sight, as supplier and distributor agreements expand. RC Mowers this week announced that it has added Cal-Line Equipment Inc. to its expanding network of dealers on the West Coast and across the U.S. “While we specialize in tree-clearing equipment, our roots are still very deep in the landscaping industry, and we envision RC Mowers’ products as the gamechanger in this market,” said Denny Knoll, founder and president of Cal-Line Equipment. “These products will revolutionize landscaping as we know it, and we’re proud to be on board with such an innovative company.” Founded in 1986, Cal-Line began as an equipment…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 65.20
…first landscaping companies in the U.S. to add RC Mowers' Autonomous Mowing Robots to its fleet of lawncare equipment. The full-service commercial landscape contractor serves Chicagoland and Southeastern Wisconsin. “I’m so proud to be one of the first companies to deploy this new technology,” said Jeff Sebert, founder and CEO of Sebert Landscape, in a release. “Our business model has always seen to it that we remain on the cutting edge of sustainability, innovation, and green technology.” Established in 1985 out of a local garage and small office, Sebert Landscape called its approach to finding landscaping systems that benefit both…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 60.80
…available in more than 100 countries, consists of robotic mowers, riders, chainsaws, and trimmers for professional as well as private use. Husqvarna Group, whose brands include Gardena and Husqvarna Construction, has 13,900 employees worldwide. Its net sales in 2021 were SEK 47 billion ($4.5 billion U.S.). Husqvarna claims robotic mower leadership Husqvarna claimed that it is the “world leader in robotic mowing,” according to 2021 retail value sales in dollars, according to Euromonitor International Ltd.'s “Home and Garden” 2022 edition report. Its residential mowers work within guide wires. The company said it has created an update for 100,000 Automowers around…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 58.76
…summer, robots are evolving to meet landscaping needs. RC Mowers last week announced that it is releasing its new R Series to replace older versions of its remotely operated robotic lawn mowers. “These mowers are an upgrade to our already innovative remote-controlled robotic mowers and will continue to help our customers solve their business challenges,” said Michael Brandt, CEO of RC Mowers, in a press release. “Landscaping contractors, public works departments, park systems and road departments can not only use the upgraded R Series to help them solve labor shortage issues; they can mow hazardous terrain safely as they improve…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 57.22
…the landscape industry with the M.52, their autonomous lawn mower. Together, the trio make up the leadership team of Scythe Robotics, a Boulder, Colo.-based automation company they founded in 2018. Morrison serves as CEO, Foster works as hardware lead, and Roberts works as chief operating officer. Morrison was inspired to make the M.52 while mowing his lawn one day. “It sort of clicked for me,” he said. “’Why am I still doing this? Why are people still doing this? This seems like a perfect application for autonomy. It’s dull. It’s dirty. It’s occasionally actually surprisingly dangerous.'” Like many other industries,…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 52.66
…American Charging Standard (NACS) charge port for its M.52 mower, starting in late 2024. This move will integrate NACS capabilities into Scythe’s all-electric, fully autonomous commercial mower. The company said that by adopting the standard for its non-automotive vehicles, it will pave the way for widespread integration of electric commercial landscaping equipment. Tesla Charger becoming industry standard NACS, also known as the “Tesla Charger,” or Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J3400, is becoming the standard in electric vehicle (EV) charging. Automotive manufacturers including Ford, General Motors, and BMW have committed to transitioning to the NACS by 2025. Scythe said an…