ACR launch rebar tying robot

US-based technology company, Advanced Construction Robotics (ACR) have launched the third generation of their rebar tying "robot", TyBOT 3.0, which had previously only been available through ACR’s Robot as a Service (RaaS) model.

Stephen Muck, founder and executive chairman of ACR said: "Our success in the pursuit of automating construction equipment is not just an evolution for ACR; it is a transformative step for the entire construction industry.

“Offering TyBOT for sale represents our commitment to creating disruptive solutions that will redefine how the world builds, driving unprecedented efficiency, safety, and innovation across a wider range of construction applications."

A TyBOT 3.0 which is capable of 64’ widths starts at $425,500. While a model that is fully configured to expand to as wide as 117’ costs from $455,500. The sticker price includes training by ACR to ensure customers can confidently mobilise, configure, supervise, and maintain TyBOT from day one.

ACR’s Service Platform Subscription gives customers access to a live data portal which provides an insight into their rebar installation operations as well as continued access to the latest software features from ACR’s engineering team.

TyBOT 3.0 also has optional accessories for extra cost savings including multiple modes of travel for non-bridge projects and a carry function add-on to transport materials efficiently and safely to working crew members.
"With over 65 field deployments throughout the US, TyBOT has proven that it provides customers at least 25% savings in their installation operations and is quickly becoming an accepted tool of the trade by rodbusters," said Danielle Proctor, president and CEO of ACR.

"We’ve seen a tremendous increase in demand for TyBOT as well as our second product, IronBOT®, the Rebar Placing Robot. Our continued planned evolution from product design and adoption through RaaS to offering our BOTs for purchase reflects our confidence in our team’s ability to quickly provide mature products that reliably solve real-world problems. We look forward to customers fully integrating our solutions into their operations, providing enhanced productivity and safety using modern tools for a modern workforce.”