Okibo has introduced the EG7+, a battery-powered autonomous robot designed for painting and drywall finishing, to the U.S. market following its initial demonstration at the Federal and AEC Innovation Day in Phoenix, Arizona, hosted by Hensel Phelps. The robot, intended for high-wall applications, can reach up to 24 feet for sanding, painting and Level 4 finishing.
According to Okibo, the system operates without site preparation, external markers or BIM references and uses a proprietary AI-based 3D scanning and real-time modeling system to navigate and execute tasks. The company states that the EG7+ can complete about 1,000 square feet per hour and functions without cords, pumps or Wi-Fi. The unit weighs about 800 pounds and is 27 inches wide with omnidirectional drive capabilities.
During the Phoenix event, Hensel Phelps’ Thai Nguyen said the robot’s level of autonomy and precision for high-wall tasks drew interest from attendees, adding that it offered potential benefits for worker safety and output quality. Okibo’s COO and co-founder Nadav Shuruk said users have reported reduced physical strain among finishing crews and increases in productivity for Level 4 and Level 5 sanding work, while maintaining quality expectations.
