Drywall robot and smart construction technology lead JLG's CONEXPO-CON/AGG exhibit

JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, and manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, will showcase its vision for connected, intelligent job sites through live demonstrations in its booth North Hall, #N12308 at CONEXPO-CON/AGG. The company will also preview its Canvas Robotics drywall robot, expanding its focus on robotics designed to improve productivity, quality and the worker experience.

Live demonstrations display future-focused tools 

During the live demonstrations, multiple JLG machines will work together in a coordinated application scenario. Two scissor lifts will transport and position structural materials, while a boom lift equipped with a welding end-effector performs precision welds at height. The demonstration highlights how connected equipment can detect, communicate, and coordinate tasks, allowing a single operator to oversee multiple machines simultaneously. 

At the centre of the demonstration is JLG's ClearSky Smart Fleet platform, which provides the real-time machine connectivity, through integrated IoT communications and a patented Bluetooth mesh network, to create the wireless, connected job site ecosystem. 

While the demonstration focuses on a structural welding application, the technology platform is designed to support a variety of job site tasks, including material handling, glazing, painting, and surface preparation. The connected ecosystem also enables predictive maintenance, remote operation, and improved equipment utilization

"JLG's technology journey is evolving from simply enabling work at height to helping execute work on the job site," said Shashank Bhatia, chief technology officer and global vice president of engineering, JLG. "By bringing together connectivity, automation and robotics, we're transforming equipment into intelligent systems that can take on repetitive, physically demanding tasks while supporting skilled workers. This evolution is rooted in listening to our customers and building practical solutions that support safe operation while improving efficiency and productivity."

Canvas Robotics drywall robot

In addition to the live demonstrations, another highlight of the JLG booth is its Canvas Robotics drywall robot. The robot is an intelligent, worker-controlled drywall finishing solution designed to help contractors improve productivity, consistency, and worker experience on interior construction job sites. It combines advanced robotics and automation to perform multiple finishing applications using a single platform. The machine supports Level 4 spray and sanding processes. It is engineered to deliver consistent, high-quality finishes, and to reduce wall-finishing touchpoints by up to 40 percent. 

Built with worker support in mind, the JLG Canvas Robotics preview model helps reduce physical strain by minimizing overhead work, decreasing the burden on workers' shoulders and backs. The system also captures dust and silica, helping improve job site safety and air quality. Designed for indoor manoeuvrability, the compact, battery-powered robot features self-driving capability with all-wheel steering, allowing it to operate in tight spaces and run through a full workday on a single charge. Integrated analytics provide real-time machine and site data to help contractors improve productivity, predictability, and scheduling efficiency.

"We are building the future of job sites on the foundation of today's equipment and connectivity platforms, like ClearSky Smart Fleet, and investing in emerging technologies, like the drywall robot," said Shashank Bhatia, chief technology officer, JLG. "Our focus is on expanding what equipment can do over time. By layering connectivity, automation and robotics onto proven platforms, we can help customers adapt to the changing needs of modern job sites."