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Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI) is a leader in industrial vehicle automation, focusing on retrofitting existing equipment with autonomous technology. Founded in 2000 and based in Petersboro, Utah, ASI operates a 100-acre proving ground for robotics testing. The company provides OEM/vendor-independent automation solutions for various sectors, employing between 201 and 500 staff and serving clients across six continents. ASI offers a range of products and services, including the Mobius® Fleet Management System for coordinating autonomous fleets and custom automation kits for vehicles of all sizes. Their solutions cater to multiple industries, such as mining, automotive, agriculture, military, construction, logistics, security, and research. Notable clients include Ford Motor Company, Anglo American, John Deere, and the U.S. Department of Defense. ASI emphasizes all-weather, 24/7 operation, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs in applications like landscaping.
Founded in 1947 in Milan, Italy RUPES has been an producer of innovative specialty tools for over 70 years. RUPES USA is the North American arm of the Italian based tool manufacturer located in Louisville, Colorado. This location operates as the headquarters for all North American based activities including management, sales, customer support, repair, and manufacturing. In addition to the administrative and business functions of the US headquarters the Colorado location also houses a state of the art training and education facility known as the BigFoot Academy where technicians from a variety of industries can come for industry leading training in a number of disciplines centered on sanding and polishing operations. Visitors to our facility are welcome by appointment only, but we encourage you to contact our US offices via email at info@rupesusa.com to schedule a visit or on-site tour of our new home.
Smardt Chiller Group is a global leader in oil-free centrifugal chiller technology, focusing on high-efficiency HVAC solutions for commercial, industrial, and institutional applications. Founded in 2005 by Roger Richmond-Smith and Ron Conry, the company has over 25 years of experience in magnetic bearing compressors and oil-free systems. Smardt operates manufacturing facilities in Canada, the USA, Australia, Germany, and China, with more than 10,000 chillers installed worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including water-cooled, air-cooled, and evaporative-cooled chillers, as well as customizable modular systems. All chillers utilize oil-free centrifugal compressors with magnetic bearings, which enhance energy efficiency and reduce maintenance needs. Smardt also provides custom engineering, global support for installation and maintenance, and energy efficiency consulting to help clients optimize their systems and reduce carbon footprints. The company serves various industries, including government facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, data centers, and hospitals, emphasizing reliability and sustainability in its solutions.