Startup Nexterity has developed a remote-controlled robotic system designed to automate the strenuous and hazardous task of tightening and loosening bolts on industrial pipe joints. Founded by former ExxonMobil engineer Lindsey Elliott, the company aims to address chronic labor shortages and high injury rates plaguing the trade.
The battery-powered device attaches to standard-sized pipes, operating autonomously or via remote control to handle multiple fasteners simultaneously. Positioned as rental construction equipment, the portable technology offers a scalable solution for infrastructure maintenance across sectors ranging from water treatment to energy production.
- New robot automates hazardous pipefitting tasks
- Designed to combat labor shortages and worker fatigue
- Compact, portable hardware suitable for various pipe sizes
- Offered via a flexible rental model for industrial sites
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