ZenRobotics is on its fourth generation of waste-sorting robots. They are introducing ZenRobotics 4.0. One major component that makes this generation of robots different is the enhanced artificial intelligence. ZenRobotics believes it will revolutionize waste-sorting across the globe.

Advanced Recycling

One of the main purposes of Zenrobotics 4.0 is recycling. Since 2007, the company has gone all in on automated waste sorting. Using AI, ZenRobotics aims to replace the manual sorting methods with more efficient and advanced robotics. General Manager Jarmo Ruohonen says the company aims to find state-of-the-art solutions when it comes to the waste sorting process.

While the company has been using AI-based sorting technology since 2007, they explain that the latest version is more than “just an upgrade.” ZenRobotics says the 4.0 model represents “efficiency perfected.” Moreso, they emphasize the substantial improvements over previous recycling robots.

Heavy Picker 4.0

The Heavy Picker 4.0 is exactly what it sounds like. It’s designed to sort bulky materials and introduces significant advancements. There’s a new recognition system properly named ZenBrain that enhances its precision when picking through the waste. According to ZenRobotics, this system boosts efficiency by 60-100 percent compared to their previous systems. Additionally, the upgraded AI technology allows the robot to identify over 500 different categories of waste.

Thanks to enhanced motion controls and AI algorithms, the Heavy Picker 4.0 prioritizes the most valuable resources for customers. Redesigning the recognition system eliminates the need for a singular recognition system at the start of the sorting process. Each robot has its own Recognition System (ZenBrain) that increases efficiency.