Grouting robot

Fabrica AI's grouting robot is an autonomous system designed to automate the tile grouting process in construction environments. The robot uses computer vision and the Robot Operating System (ROS) to navigate and fill grout lines throughout entire rooms, including irregularly shaped spaces and corridors. Its compact design allows it to maneuver past obstacles such as pipes and drain holes, providing a fully automated grouting solution that requires minimal human intervention.

The system operates with a single button setup, enabling users to load grout and water, start the robot, and leave it to complete the task autonomously. Human involvement is only necessary for loading materials and moving the robot between rooms separated by steps. The robot features real-time mapping of rooms, does not require prior setup or floor plans, and can handle keep-out areas marked with red tape or closed doors. It is capable of quality control through a camera that continuously detects uncleaned grout or defects on tiles, and can sync data with BIM systems upon request. The robot can grout tile gaps and wash off excess grout autonomously, even in complex spaces, and can operate unsupervised for over two hours, typically covering a standard living room before needing a reload. Setup time is under 15 minutes every two hours.

The platform is designed for use by contractors and construction teams, allowing up to five robots to be managed by a single operator. Productivity metrics indicate the robot can grout up to 30 square meters per hour, with a potential fivefold increase in productivity compared to manual methods, and up to 100 square meters per hour when multiple robots are used. The robot is small and portable, weighing about 70 kilograms and measuring less than 70 centimeters on each side.

Fabrica AI offers the robot for sale or rental, with site support and maintenance included, and provides a free trial in markets such as Singapore, the US, the EU, and Hong Kong. Commercial terms are finalized after a demonstration of performance and quality. The company maintains headquarters in Delaware and has offices or demo units in Singapore, Phoenix (Arizona), and Brno (Czechia), with sales and pilots already underway in Singapore, Australia, and the US.