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A battery-powered demolition robot with patented technology makes it possible to work in hard-to-reach places - without any power cables. Combined with a newly developed, powerful clamp for mini-excavators and robots, the result is a system that carries out demolition work quietly, emission-free and highly efficiently - even in places where previous machines reached their limits.
The demolition robot is designed for mobile use without a fixed power connection. At its heart is an integrated battery unit that allows the robot to move freely for around 30 minutes. This enables it to move independently from the transport vehicle to the job site - for example, inside a building or on a confined construction site. On site, the device is powered by 400 volts of electricity.
The battery is automatically recharged during operation via the mains connection. Once the work is complete, there is enough energy available to drive back - without losing time and without manual recharging. This function is a unique selling point on the market and is protected by a patent. Conventional devices require external power for every movement and are therefore much more limited in their mobility.
The right tool was also developed in parallel with the robot: a demolition tong that can be mounted on mini-excavators from 1.5 tons upwards as well as on the robot. The tongs are also patented and designed for low hydraulic requirements. With just 20 liters of oil per minute, it generates impressive power - enough to demolish walls, concrete components and even cut steel beams up to 30 millimeters thick.
The design is based on a clear pressure ratio: 34 tons of pressing force at the lower closing point, 100 tons at the upper closing point. This performance enables precise interventions even in difficult static situations. Where larger machines were previously necessary, a mini-excavator or battery-powered robot is now sufficient - particularly advantageous for demolition work in sensitive existing buildings.
The electrically powered robot was specifically developed for applications where exhaust fumes and noise are not tolerated - for example indoors, in confined spaces or in partially occupied buildings. Thanks to battery operation, no additional power supply is required for the approach. The operator can drive the device directly from the truck to the work site.
There it is operated via a power connection. During this time, the battery recharges - the system is designed so that the robot is available again with a full battery at the end of the working day. This reduces waiting times and considerably simplifies construction site logistics. The use of generators or heavy power cables is completely eliminated.
Demolition work involves risks - especially in buildings whose structural integrity is unclear. The robot presented here is controlled exclusively by remote control. The operator can remain at a safe distance of five to ten meters during operation. This allows the demolition process to be monitored and controlled from a safe distance. This increases work safety, especially in narrow or hazardous structures, and enables precise work without endangering people. The system also proves to be an effective solution in cases where conventional machines cannot be used for space or safety reasons.
The robot costs around 97,000 euros, the tongs around 17,000 euros. Both components have been specially designed to work together, but can also be used separately. Power is supplied via a 400 volt mains supply, supplemented by the patented battery unit. This can be fully charged in around six hours, but does not require any separate charging breaks during normal operation. This saves time on the construction site and increases the daily service life. Thanks to its compact design, the robot is also suitable for small construction sites, renovation projects or demolition work in buildings where access is restricted.
The demolition grapple was originally designed for use on mini excavators. The low oil volume of 20 liters per minute makes it compatible with machines from 1.5 tons - an area in which conventional tools cannot usually be used. Thanks to the combination of low oil consumption and high force, the tongs can still take on demanding tasks, such as separating reinforcements, destroying load-bearing walls or opening ceiling slabs. They can now also be mounted directly on the Vanguard, which opens up additional application possibilities, for example in narrow building structures, basements or industrial halls.
The market for demolition work is changing. In many European cities, the requirements for emission protection, noise reduction and energy efficiency are increasing. Electrically powered machines such as this robot offer a clear advantage here. The technology fulfills both ecological and practical requirements and at the same time enables more efficient work with reduced physical strain.
In combination with the patented pliers, the result is a powerful system that can even perform tasks that previously required heavy equipment - but now in a smaller space, with greater safety and with less effort. The Vanguard was developed by Advanced Robotic Engineering in response to precisely these new requirements.
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