Robotic Floor Sanding is transforming the future of hardwood flooring. At Old World Hardwood Floors, we value innovation that enhances craftsmanship, boosts efficiency, and protects our workers. That’s why we’re introducing the SANDr Bot—our Sanding Autonomously, No Driver system—a breakthrough in autonomous sanding technology.
In partnership with the New Product Development Center (NPDC) at Oklahoma State University, we’re developing a robotic sanding system that delivers faster, safer, and more precise hardwood floor finishes through advanced automation and engineering.
What is SANDr Bot?
The SANDr Bot is a fully autonomous robotic sanding system that can handle floor sanding with minimal human intervention. Traditional sanding is labor-intensive, time-consuming, and exposes workers to dust, noise, and repetitive strain injuries. SANDr Bot eliminates these challenges by automating the sanding process while delivering an even, high-quality finish every time.
Key Features of the SANDr Bot
- Autonomous Navigation – Using advanced sensors and AI-powered pathfinding, the bot can map out a room and efficiently sand floors without human guidance.
- Precision Sanding – The bot adjusts in real-time to surface inconsistencies, ensuring a flawless finish with laser-guided accuracy.
- Dust-Free Operation – Equipped with an integrated vacuum system, SANDr Bot minimizes airborne dust, creating a cleaner and healthier work environment.
- Faster Completion Times – By operating continuously with optimized speed and efficiency, SANDr Bot reduces project timelines significantly, allowing us to deliver finished floors faster than ever.
- Worker Safety & Efficiency – No more long hours of manual sanding. Our crews will be able to focus on the finer details of flooring projects while SANDr Bot handles the heavy lifting.
Partnering with the New Product Development Center at OSU
To bring SANDr Bot to life, we have partnered with the New Product Development Center (NPDC) at Oklahoma State University—a leading research center specializing in robotics, automation, and new product innovation.
With their team of engineers, product designers, and technology experts, we are:
- Developing the autonomous navigation system to ensure SANDr Bot can move efficiently across different hardwood surfaces.
- Integrating AI and machine learning to adapt to different sanding conditions and provide consistent results in any environment.
- Refining dust extraction and eco-friendly sanding solutions to align with our goal of creating a zero-waste, sustainable flooring process.
This collaboration is helping us build a state-of-the-art sanding system that will not only change how we work but will set a new standard for the entire flooring industry.
Why This Matters for the Future of Hardwood Flooring
The SANDr Bot represents more than just a technological advancement—it is a commitment to the future of flooring. By automating one of the most challenging aspects of hardwood flooring, we are able to:
- Deliver better results faster, reducing project time without sacrificing quality.
- Protect our workers, eliminating the repetitive stress and exposure risks of manual sanding.
- Promote sustainability, using efficient sanding methods and dust collection to minimize waste.
- Lead the industry in innovation, proving that Old World Hardwood Floors is not just about tradition—we’re about the future.
The Road Ahead
The development of SANDr Bot is already underway, and we are excited to bring this game-changing technology to our flooring projects soon. As we continue refining the system with Oklahoma State University’s NPDC, we are shaping a future where floor sanding is faster, cleaner, and more precise than ever before.
The days of exhausting, back-breaking sanding work are numbered. With SANDr Bot, the future of hardwood flooring is autonomous.
Stay tuned as we continue to innovate and push the limits of what’s possible in the flooring industry!
