Today, buildings are growing taller and wider, and much faster. For the first time in history, a robot can execute installation steps autonomously while improving working conditions: our revolutionary robotic installation system, Schindler R.I.S.E.
We invited The B1M, the world's largest video channel for construction, to visit Schindler R.I.S.E at the job site of Schneewittchen, a stunning residential tower built in Vienna.
Schindler R.I.S.E can autonomously execute installation steps, such as drilling holes in concrete walls and setting anchor bolts. This autonomy ensures high-level accuracy and better-quality installations.
The robotic system enhances safety by reducing the need for non-ergonomic manual tasks, thereby improving worker safety and welfare. It also contributes to greater efficiency on high-rise construction sites by freeing up fitters’ time to focus on other critical tasks.
Schindler R.I.S.E integrates seamlessly with Building Information Modeling (BIM), providing improved planning and removing conflicts during the installation process. This integration ensures traceability and insights throughout the project life cycle.
The system ensures a safe and high-quality installation of elevators by accurately applying theoretical data within the actual shaft. This precision is particularly beneficial in tall buildings where traditional installation methods may face challenges.
Our Schindler R.I.S.E system can complete a floor - drilling and setting the anchor bolts required for landing doors, divider beams and wall brackets - much faster than conventional installation methods. A camera is mounted onto the platform to allow remote viewing, but the system operates independently; no operator is required.
Once installed in the elevator shaft, the autonomous Schindler R.I.S.E operates around the clock until all anchor bolts are installed. For quality control and support, a Schindler R.I.S.E Operator remains on site for the duration of the installation.
With Schindler R.I.S.E, the installation team is relieved of the physically demanding, repetitive, and time-consuming tasks of drilling and setting anchor bolts, improving safety in a taxing work environment.
Schindler R.I.S.E has now been successfully deployed on numerous construction sites around the world. Not only has it impressed customers and colleagues alike with its unprecedented speed and accuracy; it has also drastically improved working conditions for our staff. It is innovation at its best.
Urs Püntener, Head of Global Fulfillment, Schindler Group
Schindler R.I.S.E complements other digitization solutions in the tall building industry, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM). With Schindler R.I.S.E, the robot can receive data directly from the digital building model.
This ensures the bolts are placed exactly according to the layout and removes the need for manual and error-prone data transfer to construction workers.
Information and data from each step of the installation is recorded and automatically exchanged in the digital model of the building for later reference in the construction and maintenance phases of the project.
Schindler R.I.S.E has been successfully deployed in various high-profile projects globally. Notably, two robots have already been deployed across Australia, marking a significant milestone in the region's construction industry.
June 2022: Schindler Australia piloted first Schindler R.I.S.E mission with a robot named "Sarah" in Perth.
This is not a tool to replace the work of installers, it’s a tool to help them with their work and with the most hazardous, repetitive, and dangerous parts of their work.
Tom White, Project Manager for Schindler R.I.S.E. Australia
September 2024: "Laura" is currently on a mission in Brisbane.
The first lift shaft was completed over two shifts with zero technical stoppages!
Tom White, Project Manager for Schindler R.I.S.E. Australia
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Schindler R.I.S.E - In Singapore