Concrete indentations Forming Robot
Conit Runner
The Conit Runner is an autonomous robot designed for construction sites, specifically to create deep indentations on wet concrete surfaces. This innovation ensures sufficient shear resistance at the interface between concrete cast at different times, improving building safety, reducing material costs, and shortening construction times.
Why do need the
Conit Runner
Mass Concrete & Shear resistance
Thick mass concrete structures are widely used in the construction of high-rise buildings, bridges, and other projects. Due to quality issues such as cracks caused by the heat of hydration, mass concrete is often poured in multiple layers. This creates shear resistance problems between the divided concrete layers, leading to the extensive use of rebar for shear reinforcement.
The indentations created by the Conit Runner increase the shear strength between concrete layers, reducing the amount of rebar needed. Additionally, by automating tasks previously performed by workers in hazardous environments, the Conit Runner enhances worker safety and shortens construction timelines.
Key Features
Innovations
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Autonomous Indentation Creation
Reduces the need for labor, enhancing worker safety.
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Enhanced Productivity and Quality
Operates at speeds up to 10 miles/hour, matching the productivity of eight workers and ensuring high-quality 0.24in-depth indentations.
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Resource Optimization and Time Savings
Reduces the need for rebar reinforcement, saving rebar up to 30% and shortening construction timelines.
Benefits
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Improved Safety
Automates hazardous tasks,reducing the risk of accidents.
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Cost Savings
Reduces material costs by minimizing the need for rebar reinforcement.
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Time Efficiency
Speeds up construction timelines with high-speed operation and precise indentation creation.
Who Created It?
Conit Runner was developed in collaboration with POSCO E&C and ITONE.
Conit Runner was conceptualized based on extensive experience from POSCO E&C,
one of South Korea’s top five construction companies, and was realized with the ICT expertise of ITONE.
Revolutionizing Construction Safety,
Efficiency, and Rebar Reduction
The CONIT Runner is a transformative technology in the construction industry that heavily uses concrete.
Its innovative design and autonomous operation make it an essential tool for modern construction projects using mass concrete.