Dusty Robotics has announced the launch of its FieldPrint Platform, a complete BIM-to-field solution designed to reduce construction risk by ensuring all contractors are building off of the same information. The FieldPrint Platform provides a suite of tools that enable GCs and trade partners to streamline their BIM-to-field workflow by supporting the entire process, from design to installation and beyond. Building upon the success of the first-generation FieldPrinter, which has printed over 91 million square feet of layout, the new FieldPrint Platform incorporates lessons learned from years of experience in the field to deliver an optimized experience for all trades on-site.

Five years ago, Dusty pioneered multi-trade layout by automating all interior trades’ layout, using a robot to mark coordinated drawings on the deck, ensuring that everyone builds from the same information. The FieldPrint Platform introduces a suite of software and hardware functionality, including a brand-new second-generation layout robot, the FieldPrinter 2, which work together to create an efficient process for the GC and trades to accurately and comprehensively lay out BIM models on the deck.

“Construction is fundamentally a data-driven workflow that hinges on the right information being made available to the right person at the right time,” said Tessa Lau, CEO and co-founder of Dusty Robotics. “Our new FieldPrint Platform supports the seamless flow of data from the design phase to the field and back to the trailer. More than just a robot, Dusty provides an integrated software and hardware solution that architects, designers and field operators utilize to get unparalleled accuracy, communication and efficiency.”

Elements of the FieldPrint Platform combine to boost efficiency and alignment.

FieldPrinter 2

The second-generation Dusty robot enhances on-site performance and productivity through its compact design and extended capabilities. Upgraded features include:

• Compact Form Factor – The FieldPrinter 2 effortlessly navigates tight spaces and seamlessly maneuvers around obstacles to provide the most complete layout.
• Edge Print – Enables printing right up to edges, columns and site features.
• Shadow Print – Enables printing behind columns for more coverage in less time.
• Full Sensor Suite – Enables real-time detection of edges, obstacles and other objects that may impede printing.
• Curve Printing – Generates smooth arcs of any radius.
• Extra-Wide Printhead (1 inch vs. 1/2-inch) – Prints points, lines, text and curves quickly and legibly at 300 dots per inch.
• Lightweight – At 23 pounds (including the battery), the FieldPrinter 2 is safe and easy to move and carry.
• Power Hold – Ensures uninterrupted operation during battery replacement.
• iPad Interface – Simplifies the learning process and streamlines operation.

Revit Plug-In

The new Dusty Revit Plug-In eliminates errors, streamlines workflows and enhances VDC efficiency by automating most of the manual steps needed to prepare robot-ready drawings. The Dusty plug-in incorporates best practices learned from key builders and thousands of projects to get the most complete and accurate information on the floor by automatically extracting it from the coordinated BIM model.

Dusty Portal

The Dusty Portal facilitates multi-trade layout by allowing all trades to combine and align their digital files in a single place. The portal enables the design team to verify that all files utilize the same coordinate system, preview the combined files prior to printing and ensure that everyone is working off the latest version. Additionally, it provides access to productivity reports for project tracking and operator performance.