The heavy machinery is completely autonomous, and the company that created it wants to expand into Canada and help revolutionize the country's construction industry. "We want to get into Canada soon," said Erol Ahmed, the director of communications with Built Robotics. From self-driving heavy machinery to four-legged robots, the construction industry is fertile ground for innovation, with hopes that robots will improve efficiency, safety and help solve persistent labour shortages. Built Robotics transforms heavy machinery into autonomous robots. Built Robotics automated machinery is set up to only operate in certain areas inside a construction site.

Source: CBC News December 26, 2020 09:56 UTC