Exobot and robotics in Quebec

Human-centered automation

Quebec faces significant challenges: labour shortages, an aging population, pressure on health facilities, increased maintenance needs and difficulty in maintaining consistent operations in the service sectors.

In this context, robotics should not be presented as an automatic replacement for workers. Rather, it can be used to take over certain repetitive, predictable, or physically demanding tasks, allowing employees to dedicate more time to human tasks, service, supervision, and care.

It is with this perspective in mind that Exobot offers robotic solutions for restaurants, hotels, hospitals, private residences for the elderly, warehouses, factories and other professional environments.

A robot's value depends not only on its technology. It also depends on the quality of its implementation.

• Site analysis

• Mapping

• Training

• Maintenance

• Accompaniement

• Ability to respond quickly when a problem arises.

A technology at the service of RPA

Private seniors' residences play a particularly important role in the future of Quebec society. They must offer a safe, clean and welcoming environment while managing staff who are often burdened with numerous daily tasks.

In an RPA (Robotic Process Automation) system, a robot can contribute to:

• to clean certain surfaces;

• transporting meals, drinks or supplies;

• to make internal deliveries;

• reduce repetitive staff movements;

• to support daily logistics;

• maintain regularity in certain tasks;

• freeing up time for interactions with residents.

  
  

The goal is not to replace human interaction. It is to remove some of the repetitive tasks so that employees can dedicate more time to support, listening, and care.

Commercial and industrial

cleaning robots

A solution for large areas

Autonomous cleaning robots are designed to operate in indoor environments where surfaces are relatively predictable and where certain tasks can be repeated along a defined path.

Depending on the model and

configuration, they can be used for:

• the sweep;

• aspiration;

• washing;

• scouring;

• cleaning large surfaces;

• obstacle detection;

• autonomous navigation;

• the mapping of spaces.

The iKitbot One-S55 is marketed as a cleaning robot intended for restaurants, cafeterias, senior living facilities, and industrial installations. The product page describes it as an autonomous robot capable of cleaning, sweeping, and vacuuming large indoor areas.

Possible applications

Environments that can be studied include:

• schools;

• hospitals;

• RPA and CHSLD;

• hotels;

• shopping centers;

• supermarkets;

• warehouses;

• factories;

• airports;

• garages and sheds;

• offices and commercial buildings.

  
  

Relevance always depends on the flooring, traffic flow, presence of carpets, width of passageways, cleaning schedules, elevator configuration, and available level of supervision.

What a buyer should compare before buying a commercial cleaning robot

Before choosing a robot, an organization should ask:

• what area is actually cleaned per hour;

• how long the robot operates under real-world conditions;

• How long does the recharge take?

• how is mapping done;

• how the robot reacts to people and objects;

• What is the capacity of the tanks?

• What are the costs of brushes, filters and squeegees?

• which parts are available in Canada;

• What is the technical support timeframe?

• what is included in the warranty;

• what happens when the robot is immobilized;

• What is the total cost of ownership over three years?

  
  

The best choice is not necessarily the robot with the highest theoretical capacity. It is the one that operates reliably in the actual building and whose maintenance the organization can guarantee.

Service robots for restaurants and hotels

Automating reception without dehumanizing it

Restaurants and hotels have to manage peak periods, constant travel and significant pressure on staff.

Service robots can be used for certain tasks such as:

• food delivery;

• the transport of beverages;

• the clearing out;

• the distribution of items;

• supporting certain logistical operations;

• movement between several areas of an establishment.

  
  

Exobot distributes Bear Robotics service robots for restaurants, cafeterias, residences, and other professional environments. Servi+ is presented as a delivery and team support solution.

In a restaurant, a service robot can transport food or drinks between the kitchen and the tables, while employees focus on greeting customers, handling special requests, and enhancing the overall customer experience. The outcome depends on the layout, the type of service, and its integration with existing procedures.

A service robot doesn't replace a warm welcome, sound judgment, creativity, or hospitality. However, it can reduce some movement and allow staff to spend more time with customers.

Exobot promises guaranteed cost reduction through the implementation of a personalized strategic plan for each client and each establishment.

Exia, from

German Bionic, powered exoskeletons

Supporting physically demanding tasks

Exia is a powered exoskeleton developed by German Bionic. The technology is designed to assist workers with tasks such as lifting, lowering, carrying, loading, and working in a bent position.

According to German Bionic, Exia can provide up to 38 kg of dynamic assistance per movement and adapt in real time to the user's movements.

Exobot presents Exia in the context of assistive technologies for healthcare environments and physically demanding tasks.

Possible applications

An active exoskeleton can be studied in:

• logistics;

• warehouses;

• manufacturing;

• the construction;

• handling;

• order preparation;

• personal care;

• the movement of equipment;

• repetitive tasks performed in a bent-over position.

  
  

An exoskeleton does not replace ergonomic analysis, training, safe work organization, or risk elimination when possible.

Exia is a physical assistance technology designed for workers performing demanding tasks. It can support certain lifting, carrying, and bending movements. Its integration must be preceded by an ergonomic assessment and a training program tailored to the specific job.

Mirokai for hospitals and care

More expressive robotics

Mirokaï, developed by Enchanted Tools, belongs to a category of humanoid robots designed to combine mobility, interaction and logistical assistance.

The platform is presented with:

• an expressive face;

• a voice interaction;

• arms and hands;

• autonomous navigation;

• a perception of the environment;

• an ability to manipulate certain objects;

• omnidirectional mobility;

• applications in healthcare, residences, and public spaces

  
  

Exobot presents Mirokai as a technology that can contribute to hospital and residential environments, particularly for transporting supplies, certain deliveries, and engaging with users.

For children in the hospital

An expressive robot can potentially help make certain moments less intimidating:

• accompanying a child on a journey;

• to divert attention during a procedure;

• to facilitate interaction with staff;

• to provide a playful presence;

• to support information or preparation activities;

• participate in research or innovation programs.

A revolution in the medical field, especially for the care of children.

In a hospital setting, Mirokaï could be evaluated as a support and interaction tool for children. Its expressive appearance and navigation capabilities can help make certain experiences more engaging, but any clinical use must be supervised by the institution.

Exobot's vision

Robots that strengthen teams

Using robotics to take over certain repetitive, physical, or logistical tasks to free up more time for humans for care, service, supervision, and relationships

This approach is particularly relevant in Quebec, where the health, retirement home, maintenance, hospitality and restaurant sectors must improve their efficiency while preserving the human quality of services.

• a technology adapted to the need;

• a demonstration in a real-world environment;

• a gradual implantation;

• staff training;

• measurable results;

• accessible maintenance;

• continuous evaluation;

• attention paid to safety and human acceptance.

Exobot Robotics International supports Quebec organizations in integrating cleaning, service, logistics, and assistance robots. From Montreal to healthcare facilities, retirement homes, restaurants, hotels, factories, and warehouses, our goal is to automate repetitive and physically demanding tasks while enhancing human labor. Our solutions include commercial cleaning robots, Bear Robotics service robots, assistive technologies like Exia, and Mirokai humanoid robots. Each project is tailored to the client's specific context, and includes demonstrations, installation, training, and ongoing technical support.