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Sparky

Teleoperated arm that energizes breakers and switchgear while the electrician stays outside the arc flash zone

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How it works on your site

Sparky is an arm-mounted, teleoperated robot built by Hardhat Robotics for remote circuit breaker and switchgear energization on construction sites. A skilled electrician operates the robot from outside the arc flash boundary, keeping the operator clear of the hazard zone while the robot handles the physical switching. Sparky is pre-commercial; WND Ventures (DPR Construction's venture arm) is the first investor.

Testing & Commissioning

The electrician controls the robot's arm remotely to engage breakers, staying outside the arc flash zone for the switching operation. The robot requires a wireless link to the operator station; the crew still handles all non-energization commissioning tasks, inspections, and panel prep.