Robotics

Flexiv demonstrates automated robotic recycling station

Flexiv, a robotics firm, has demonstrated its robot-powered automated recycling station. The station integrates a Grav Enhanced Gecko Gripper, a Rizon 4 Adaptive Robot, and a 3D depth camera, all of which are used to sort household waste into one of three categories: glass, plastic, or "other."

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April 30, 2024

Flexiv, a robotics firm, has demonstrated its robot-powered automated recycling station, according to a press release.

The station leverages a Flexiv Grav Enhanced Gecko Gripper, a Flexiv Rizon 4 Adaptive Robot, a 3D depth camera, and the proprietary Flexiv AnyGrasp algorithm, all of which are used to sort household waste into one of three categories: glass, plastic, or "other."

The firm is developing the system with goals for it to be able to distinguish between plastics, metals, glass, waste paper, and textiles.

"Not only is Flexiv working hard to reduce its environmental footprint, but we're also working to provide the world with a viable automatic recycling solution," Hao Jiang, director of product development at Flexiv, said in the release. "We don't envision a Rizon robot in every house sorting out the trash, at least not yet, but we do think that this type of application would be perfect for shopping centers, hotels, movie theatres, and places where the public often don't have the time or inclination to sort waste themselves."

"Our journey towards sustainability is powered by innovation, creativity, and commitment," Howard Huang, business director for North America at Flexiv, said in the release. "The development of our automated recycling station is a testament to Flexiv's dedication to making a difference. We envision a world where technology and responsibility go hand in hand, paving the way for a more sustainable future."