Macnica (hereinafter referred to as Macnica), a total service/solution President in semiconductors, networks, cybersecurity, and AI/IoT 94 million yen) has announced that Narita International Airport Co., Ltd. (Head office location: Narita International Airport, Narita City, Chiba Prefecture, President Akihiko Tamura, capital: 100 billion yen) and Narita Airport Co., Ltd. Avidbots was installed at Narita International Airport Terminal 2, where Biseisha (Head office location: 529-63 Torika, Narita City, Chiba Prefecture, President Satoshi Teramoto, Capital: 49.5 million yen) is in charge of cleaning operations. (Head office: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada; CEO: Faizan Sheikh) We are pleased to announce that we have introduced the automatic cleaning robot "Neo" from Avidbots.

At Narita Airport, in order to welcome even more customers in preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we will have robots take over some of the work, so that the staff can concentrate more on work that requires specialized skills. is being reconstructed. As part of this initiative, we have introduced and started operating the floor cleaning robot "Neo".

The recently introduced "Neo" can automatically clean a wide range of floors. In selecting the equipment, the following points were particularly highly evaluated.

-High washing ability and autonomous driving performance (obstacle avoidance/automatic design of optimal route)
- Extensive management functions (you can check the cleaned area in the report after cleaning)
- High operability (simple operation UI, accurate mapping in cooperation with dedicated map creation team)

In restructuring the cleaning operations at Narita Airport, "Neo" will be responsible for cleaning a wide range of floors, allowing staff to concentrate on work that requires specialized skills.

In addition, the introduction equipment has a front part depicting an airplane taking off, and a side design with tourist attractions and passport stamps. Wrapping is applied to express the abundant aviation network of

At Narita Airport, by introducing "Neo" in Narita International Airport Terminal 2, a very international and highly public place, we aim to evolve into "cleaning that can be seen by customers", and we also aim to transform cleaning staff into "robots". By positioning them as “operators,” we are working to convey a new image of cleaning services.

Macnica will support Narita Airport in creating a safe, secure, and comfortable airport through the installation, support, maintenance, and maintenance services of Neo.

【Equipment outline】
Location: Narita International Airport, Narita City, Chiba Prefecture
■ Total floor area: about 920,000 m2
■ Cleaning area: Terminal 2 departure lobby, arrival concourse
Operation start date November 25, 2019
■ Number of units introduced: 2 units

We are also planning to exhibit at the BUILDING MEN HUMAN FAIR & CLEAN EXPO 2019 to be held from November 13th.
This is an exhibition of materials specialized in the fields of hygiene management, facility management, security, and general building maintenance.
Please stop by our booth when you visit us. (Booth number: E21)
https://www.jma.or.jp/BMCL/

A seminar will be held at the Company Shin-Yokohama office on December 3rd. We will explain Neo's actual machine demonstration, introduction examples, and points to note when introducing robots. Please join us if you want to see the actual machine.
https://www.macnica.co.jp/business/servicerobot/events/133760/

*For details on "Neo," please see here.
https://www.macnica.co.jp/business/servicerobot/products/901/
Video now available
https://www.macnica.co.jp/business/servicerobot/columns/133755/

About Narita International Airport Corporation

While playing an important role in the international community and striving to actively engage in international exchange, we are promoting the development and expansion of facilities, aiming to provide high-quality services.

Company Name: Narita International Airport Corporation
Established: April 1, 2004
Head office location: Narita International Airport, Narita City, Chiba Prefecture (1-1 Kogome, Narita City)
President: Akihiko Tamura
Capital: 100 billion yen

For details, please see the website (https://www.naa.jp/jp/index.html).

About Narita Airport Biseisha Co., Ltd.

We provide daily cleaning, regular cleaning, temporary cleaning, and hospital cleaning for the purpose of maintaining the beauty and cleanliness of airport terminal buildings, offices, stores, hospitals, etc.

Company name: Narita Airport Biseisha Corporation
Established: November 17, 1969
Head office location: 529-63 Torika, Narita-shi, Chiba
President: Toshiji Teramoto
Capital: 49.5 million yen

For details, please see the website (https://www.nk-biseisha.co.jp/index.html).

About Avidbots

Headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, Avidbots was founded in 2014. Avidbots is developing the automatic cleaning robot "Neo" with the goal of "contributing to a life in which robots can make the most of human capabilities." "Neo", which runs autonomously, cleans designated areas efficiently and speedily while avoiding obstacles.

Company name: Avidbots Corp.
Established: 2014
Head office location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
CEO: Faizan Sheikh

For more information, please visit our website (http://www.avidbots.com/).

About Macnica

Since its establishment in 1972, Macnica has provided cutting-edge semiconductors, electronic devices, networks, and cybersecurity products with added technological value. In recent years, we have been developing new businesses in fields such as AI/IoT, autonomous driving, and robots, based on our traditional strengths of global cutting-edge technology sourcing and technology planning capabilities. Going forward, under the slogan "Co.Tomorrowing," we will connect cutting-edge technology and Macnica 's intelligence, and as a provider of unique services and solutions, we will create social value and contribute to the development of future society. . the Company company is headquartered in Yokohama and operates global business with 81 bases in 24 countries around the world.

For details, please see the website (https://www.macnica.co.jp).