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The product of years of research within the Group, these robots constitute a significant innovation in the world of construction. Unlike robots employed in the manufacturing sector, they must be able to move to wherever they are needed, so they require wheels or caterpillar tracks to move around the construction site and must be capable of avoiding obstacles and "understanding" the surrounding environment.
By substituting for people to perform certain tasks that are repetitive, noisy and generate a lot of vibrations, the robots help make site work less demanding and reduce risks for the site personnel.
In addition, these new tools contribute to resolving certain health issues, such as repetitive strain injuries and pollution. And what is more, they enable the company to benefit from gains in productivity.
Robots at Bouygues Construction
In collaboration with robot constructors and advanced laboratories, Bouygues Construction has developed four robots intended for construction activities: a sanding robot, a drilling robot, a formwork cleaner and a multi-perforator.
They serve the double purpose of improving conditions for site workers and increasing productivity.
The product of years of research within the Group, these robots constitute a significant innovation in the world of construction. Unlike robots employed in the manufacturing sector, they must be able to move to wherever they are needed, so they require wheels or caterpillar tracks to move around the construction site and must be capable of avoiding obstacles and "understanding" the surrounding environment.
By substituting for people to perform certain tasks that are repetitive, noisy and generate a lot of vibrations, the robots help make site work less demanding and reduce risks for the site personnel.
In addition, these new tools contribute to resolving certain health issues, such as repetitive strain injuries and pollution. And what is more, they enable the company to benefit from gains in productivity.
Four robots developed by Bouygues Construction:
The sanding robot
This robot can perform concrete sanding operations on walls and ceilings without the need for scaffolding because it has its own hoisting platform. In particular, it is used in hazardous environments (e.g. the decommissioning of nuclear sites).
The drilling robot
This has been designed to drill along extended lengths (tunnels, buildings, car parks, etc.) to prepare for the installation of electrical equipment. It is more accurate than when performed by a person, and avoids a very repetitive task.
The formwork-cleaner
This equipment is designed to clean formwork on which traces of concrete have stuck and to oil the surface to avoid concrete sticking to the inside of shuttering. It speeds up formwork cleaning and reduces oil consumption.
The multi-perforator
This is used to semi-automate the drilling of the thousands of holes that are needed when concrete walls are lined in certain renovation projects.
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