Affordable, Autonomous Robots Transforming Construction with Steven Uecke & Perryn Olson (SuperDroid Robots) | EP96

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In this episode, James and Christian are joined by Steven Uecke and Perryn Olson from SuperDroid Robots, makers of the fully autonomous, 360-degree, reality capture robot, the Groundhog.

Steven shares his background in structural engineering before founding REX.one (SuperDroids parent company), and Perryn in how he became part of the construction marketing team two and a half years ago. The company's vision traces back to 2001, when it was founded by a husband and wife using royalties from BattleBots. Initially focused on software for automation, REX.one shifted to physical products and robotics. By 2020, there was a lack of available robotics specifically designed for construction, and so, upon purchasing SuperDroid, Steven and the team aimed to develop affordable, autonomous reality capture robots for construction sites. The robot's cost is around $17,000.00 to offer an attractive return on investment for construction companies looking to equip their superintendents with their greatest time-saving tool to date.

In addition to Superdroid offering customizable connectivity options for their robots, including Wi-Fi, 5G, and 4G, they want to add capabilities that make sense, like exploring laser measurement for more accurate reality capture. The conversation wraps up with a clear message, the goal of making more useful, affordable robots for construction professionals, namely the Groundhog and upcoming Humanoid, Rocky, is to augment human workers rather than replace them entirely. They envision a future where robotics enhance safety and efficiency in various industries, including various construction applications and mining, hoping to bring these technologies to a much broader audience.

Steven Uecke founded REX companies in 2011 and leads the business, focusing on quality, innovation, and business growth. He is a licensed structural engineer with vast experience in construction and building design, managing numerous projects and achieving client satisfaction.

Perryn Olson oversees marketing efforts across all of REX's companies, including brand positioning, strategy, digital media, and business development. Perryn has been recognized for his industry contributions, written publications, and earning ENR’s top 40 under 40. He resides in the New Orleans area with his family.

For 20 years, SuperDroid Robots have helped companies make dangerous, dull, & dirty tasks safer, more effective, and cleaner (for humans), which continues to save lives, reduce injuries, and improve employee retention.


EPISODE LINKS:
Steven Uecke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenuecke/
Perryn Olson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/perryn/
SuperDroid Robots Website: https://www.superdroidrobots.com/
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