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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Thiruvananthapuram corporation rolls out high-tech drain cleaner
Thiruvananthapuram: In a major push to modernize urban sanitation, the city corporation has added two state-of-the-art jetting-suction machines to its cleaning fleet. The G-Mammoth Four-in-One machines are aimed at improving the cleaning of open drains, septic tanks, sewage pits, and manholes with enhanced efficiency and safety. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The civic body purchased the machines developed by Thiruvananthapuram-based startup Genrobotics Innovations Pvt Ltd. Funded under the Union govt's Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation scheme, the machines have already been deployed to provide quick and effective results, while a third unit is currently in development. Vimal Govind MK, co-founder of Genrobotics Innovations, said it took one and a half years to develop this equipment customized for the city. "The technology is based on our flagship product Bandicoot, which is used for cleaning manholes without depending on manual labour. This upgraded version integrates four key functions to make the cleaning process faster and safer," he said. A senior corporation official said the machines would be especially useful during the monsoon to clear clogged canals and drains. "This is a milestone in our mission for a cleaner, healthier Thiruvananthapuram. The machines are proving to be highly effective in removing clogged waste quickly," the official added. Each G-Mammoth unit is equipped with a high-pressure jetting system that uses powerful water streams to dislodge blockages in drainage systems. The automatic grabber simplifies the removal of solid waste from narrow or congested areas, reducing the need for manual intervention in hazardous environments. The machines also feature a robust suction system to extract sludge and transfer it into a 6,000-litre storage tank, ensuring safe disposal. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now An integrated inspection unit with a camera enables real-time internal monitoring, especially within manholes, improving operational oversight and worker safety. Similar machines were tested successfully in Kochi, known for severe waterlogging and proved effective in tackling the issue. Each unit costs between Rs 70 lakh and Rs 80 lakh and is operated by two trained personnel from Genrobotics. Cleaning operations typically take between 15 to 45 minutes, depending on the site.
Hindustan Times
01-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Panchkula prepares for monsoon with ₹1.34-crore infra overhaul
To tackle the looming threat of waterlogging during the upcoming monsoon season, the municipal corporation (MC) and the Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) have jointly launched a major infrastructure initiative in Panchkula. The project, valued at ₹1.34 crore, will focus on construction, cleaning and maintenance of road gullies, manholes and other vital infrastructure to ensure smooth drainage during heavy rains. The tenders for these works were issued in April, with the bidding process set to open in the first week of May. As part of the comprehensive plan, the HSVP has announced acquisition of two advanced Bandicoot robots. These specialised machines will be used for cleaning of sewer manholes, increasing efficiency. The tendered projects cover multiple sectors. In Sector 28 and 27, projects costing ₹1.69 lakh each will involve the construction of manholes, road gullies and laying of sewerage pipelines. A larger project in Sector 31, worth ₹ 21.89 lakh, will include road construction, stormwater drainage installation and laying of ductile iron pipelines. Additionally, a ₹30.43 lakh tender will focus on cleaning of sewer manholes across Sectors 1 to 21 and the Industrial Area Phases I and II, alongside the procurement of Bandicoot robots. Furthermore, a tender of ₹37.17 lakh will focus on repair, maintenance and cleaning of road gullies, manholes, and laying of stormwater lines in various wards. MC commissioner Aparajita said that they have issued tenders timely to ensure preparedness for the upcoming monsoon season. The MC commissioner further said that she was holding meetings with officers from the engineering department to oversee these efforts, adding that a few more tenders would be floated soon. 'A key focus of our strategy is to maintain the proper level of roads to facilitate the natural flow of rainwater and prevent water accumulation,' Aparajita said. 'I personally conduct inspections of the contractual works during my field visits to ensure quality and timely completion.'
The Hindu
23-04-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Genrobotics launches legal proceedings against Chennai-based start-up
Genrobotics, the developer of robotic scavenger 'Bandicoot,' has launched legal proceedings against Chennai-based start-up Solinas Integrity Pvt Ltd for alleged infringement of patent to its proprietary technology. Genrobotics, which holds patents for its robotic manhole cleaning technology, launched the legal proceedings to safeguard its intellectual property. The case has been admitted for hearing and is currently under judicial consideration, Genrobotics said in a statement on Wednesday. The legal dispute concerns the development of Solinas' HomoSEP Sewer robot, which Genrobotics claims incorporates technologies and concepts that are 'substantially similar' to those protected under the company's existing patents for 'Bandicoot,' according to the statement. The company said these 'similarities' raise serious questions regarding potential unauthorised use of its proprietary technology. 'Nevertheless, Genrobotics has agreed to the suggestion to explore the possibility of settlement through mediation in this matter, as proposed during the hearing on April 21, 2025, before the High Court of Delhi,' it said. 'As the matter is now sub judice, the company will refrain from further public comments and will await the outcome of the legal process,' it said.
