ANYbotics
ANYbotics, founded in 2016 as a spin-off from ETH Zurich, specializes in autonomous robotic solutions for industrial inspections, with support from global leaders and investors.
Company History
ANYbotics was founded in 2016 as a spin-off from ETH Zurich. The company realized its first sales in 2017. Since its inception, ANYbotics has received support from major innovation leaders such as Petronas, Shell, and BASF. The company has also secured funding from investors including Walden Catalyst, NPG Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, Aramco Ventures, and Swisscom Ventures.
Products and Solutions
ANYbotics develops robotic solutions to automate industrial inspections. Their primary product, ANYmal, is a four-legged robot designed for autonomous data collection and analysis in complex and harsh environments. ANYmal X is a specialized model engineered for inspections in ATEX/IECEx, Ex-zones within the Oil & Gas and Chemicals sectors. ANYbotics offers a Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) model for scalable robotics operations, which includes hardware and software solutions.
Industries Served
ANYbotics serves a variety of industries including Power & Utilities, Mining, Metals & Minerals, Oil & Gas, Chemicals, and Railway & Transportation. Their robotics solutions are deployed to increase plant uptime, reduce operational costs, and enhance safety in these sectors.
Partnerships and Collaborations
ANYbotics has formed significant partnerships to expand and scale its operations. In Taiwan, the company has teamed up with YCL, and in Norway, they have announced a collaboration with Adeptor. Other notable partnerships include working with Zollner to scale production beyond 1000 ANYmals, and integrating their robotic inspection solutions with Cognite for enhanced data management.
Technology and Capabilities
ANYmal robots are equipped with high-end sensors and AI-based mobility for autonomous operation in industrial environments. They can perform tasks such as asset monitoring, identifying thermal anomalies, detecting gas presence, and creating 3D reality captures. Designed to navigate complex, multi-floor facilities, ANYmal robots can handle open grated stairs, cramped spaces, and wet or bumpy terrain. They are compliant with international safety standards, featuring emergency stops and warning lights. The robots can also integrate with existing asset management software and digital twins via the ANYmal API.