DeepX, Inc. is proud to announce the joint development of “GeoControl Roller,” a retrofittable autonomous operation system for vibratory rollers, in collaboration with Nishiken Kogyo.
■ Background and Objectives
Construction sites worldwide are facing severe labor shortages. In Japan, the industry is rapidly moving toward automation under the “i-Construction 2.0” initiative. Compaction work using vibratory rollers involves tedious, long-hour operations, yet demands high precision to ensure uniform quality. Our newly developed “GeoControl Roller” can be seamlessly retrofitted to existing vibratory rollers, significantly reducing manual labor and boosting site productivity with minimal investment.
■ Key Features
- Ease of Use: Designed for on-site simplicity, the system operates with just a start button after specifying the compaction area and the number of passes. Area specification linked to the roller’s position is also supported. Operators can smoothly switch between autonomous, remote, and manned operations as needed.
- Centimeter-Level Precision: Achieves highly accurate, centimeter-level construction within a GNSS-RTK environment.
- Multi-Layered Safety Measures: Ensures maximum safety through an emergency stop feature via the management system, a dedicated low-power wireless emergency stop button on an independent circuit, and an automatic stop function triggered when obstacles are in close proximity.
■ Use Cases
- Closed Environments (Plants, Racecourses, Landfills, etc.): Delivers maximum value for long-term use at stationary or restricted sites.
- Civil Engineering Sites: Currently utilized primarily in automated construction demonstration sites, with the long-term goal of widespread adoption across general civil engineering projects.
■ System Introduction Page
https://www.deepx.co.jp/geocontrol-roller
■ System Introduction Video
■ Contact
info@deepx.co.jp
■ DeepX, Inc.
DeepX is an AI startup originating from the Matsuo Lab at the University of Tokyo. Driven by the mission of “Automating Any Machine and Innovating Global Industries,” DeepX leverages AI and other advanced technologies to automate a wide range of machinery and tasks. We aim to solve critical industry challenges, including labor shortages, the lack of skilled workers, and harsh working environments.
Headquarters: 3rd Floor, 3-21-4, Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0034, Japan
Established: April 22, 2016
Representative: Joji Toyama, CEO
Business Activities: Support for machine and on-site operation automation, AI-driven business development, software development, and R&D
Website: https://www.deepx.co.jp/
■ NISHIKEN
Headquartered in Kinokawa City, Wakayama Prefecture, NISHIKEN is a comprehensive construction company specializing in heavy machinery and civil engineering. As an early adopter of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in construction, NISHIKEN is dedicated to enhancing site efficiency and sophistication through 3D data creation and ICT-equipped machinery. The company actively promotes the development of next-generation construction sites through the use of advanced technologies.
Website: https://nishikenkougyou.co.jp/
