Robotics firm Okibo has officially launched its EG7+ construction robot in the U.S., introducing automation aimed at some of the industry’s most labor-intensive interior finishing tasks.
The EG7+, which performs sanding, painting and level 4 drywall finishing, made its American debut during Hensel Phelps’ Federal and AEC Innovation Day held in Phoenix, Arizona. The system is designed to support large-scale projects where repetitive overhead work can pose safety and productivity challenges.
According to Okibo, the robot is capable of operating at heights of up to 24 feet (7.3 meters), making it particularly suited for high-wall applications. Battery-powered and weighing approximately 800 pounds (363 kilograms), the EG7+ does not require site preparation, external reference points, cords, pumps or a WiFi connection to operate.
Instead, the robot relies on an AI-driven 3D scanning and real-time modeling system that allows it to navigate job sites and execute finishing tasks without depending on external markers or BIM tools. Okibo said this autonomous approach helps simplify deployment while reducing setup time for contractors.
The company claims the EG7+ can complete roughly 1,000 square feet of finishing work per hour. For level 4 and 5 drywall sanding tasks, contractors using the system have reported productivity improvements of up to five times compared with traditional manual methods, along with reduced physical strain on finishing crews.
Hensel Phelps described the technology as a meaningful step toward improving safety and efficiency on complex projects.
“The EG7+ demonstrated a remarkable level of autonomy and precision for high walls. This robot isn’t just a tool; it’s a major step forward in protecting our skilled workforce while achieving exceptional quality. We are excited about the potential of the EG7+,” says Thai Nguyen, director of innovation, Hensel Phelps.
Okibo, which is headquartered in New Jersey with additional operations in Tel Aviv, said the national rollout reflects growing interest among U.S. contractors looking to address persistent labor shortages while maintaining quality standards on high-volume interior finishing work.
As contractors increasingly explore automation to supplement skilled labor, Okibo said it expects systems like the EG7+ to play a growing role on large commercial and federal construction projects where consistency, safety and speed are critical.
Originally reported by Neil Gerrard, Senior Editor, Construction Briefing in Construction Briefing.
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