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approved , EX-certification , our prototype can work safely and reliably in the most extreme conditions , alleviating the risk to human operators .”
Working in confined spaces is estimated to be 100 to 150 times more hazardous than operating on an open site . By their nature , confined spaces are not designed for people to work in with poor ventilation allowing for hazardous atmospheres to quickly develop .
“ With its stable navigation and seamless movement , Magneto-EX can place its feet in small gaps and on narrow beams , adapting its body configuration to navigate complex geometry and through narrow apertures .
“ We ’ re confident Magneto-EX will not only save lives but will also dramatically reduce downtime costs at an industry-wide level ,” added De Silveira . Elsewhere Gilbane Building Company and Nextera Robotics have entered
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