In an exciting development for the construction and robotics industries, Oshkosh Corp. is taking bold steps toward creating smarter, more connected work environments. The company recently acquired the innovative core technology developed by Canvas Construction Inc., marking a significant milestone in bringing intelligent automation to construction sites.

Canvas Construction, founded in 2017 in San Francisco, developed the impressive 1200CX drywall finishing robot that has been transforming how construction work gets done. This remarkable machine helps workers by precisely spraying joint compounds onto walls, dramatically reducing what used to take four or five days down to just two days of work. Even more encouraging, the technology reduces work at height by significant margins, cuts repetitive motions by an impressive 70%, and captures 99% of dust—creating safer, healthier work environments for construction professionals.

The partnership between Oshkosh and Canvas isn't new; these two innovative companies have been collaborating for six years, continually refining and advancing the technology. Canvas chose JLG's platform, part of the Oshkosh family, to develop its robot, and the results speak for themselves. Together, they've created solutions that automate repetitive tasks while delivering consistent, high-quality results that workers can rely on.

"This addition adds to Oshkosh's portfolio of intelligent technologies to address job-site challenges and support those who do tough work," the company shared, highlighting their commitment to making difficult jobs more manageable and safer for workers.

But Oshkosh isn't stopping with construction innovation. At the recent CES technology showcase, the company unveiled HARR-E, the Hailable Autonomous Refuse Robot, Electric—an ingenious solution for modern waste management. This friendly helper allows residents to request pickup using a smartphone app or virtual assistant, then autonomously travels to collect their waste. The smart design includes AI-optimized routing to serve multiple requests efficiently, making waste collection more convenient for communities and more sustainable for the environment.

HARR-E's versatility is particularly impressive. It's perfect for planned communities, college campuses, corporate parks, event venues, stadiums, and even indoor spaces like shopping malls and senior living facilities. By measuring volume and weight at each pickup, it helps waste management companies optimize their operations and respond to needs in real-time.

Taking innovation skyward, Oshkosh also introduced a fleet of modular, autonomous robots designed to assist airport ground support workers. These hardworking machines can handle multiple tasks on the tarmac, working tirelessly day or night, in any weather conditions. By taking on repetitive jobs, they allow human workers to focus on tasks that require critical thinking and personal attention, while ensuring flights depart and arrive on schedule.

Drawing on technology originally developed for defense applications, these airport robots combine autonomous mobility with AI-driven perception and configurable hardware—representing a perfect example of how advanced technology can be adapted to improve everyday operations and support workers in demanding environments.

Together, these innovations showcase Oshkosh's vision of a future where intelligent machines work alongside humans, making jobs safer, more efficient, and more rewarding for everyone involved.