2026 Construction Robotics Summit

{ "agenda": [ { "time": "9:00 AM", "title": "Doors Open", "description": "Registration and welcome." }, { "time": "9:00 AM - 9:45 AM", "title": "Breakfast & Live Demos", "description": "Networking with indoor/outdoor robotics demos including excavation, autonomous equipment, aerial and underwater drones." }, { "time": "9:45 AM - 10:25 AM", "title": "Opening Remarks & Keynote", "description": "Welcome from Contech Alliance and NY Robotics. Focus on safety, productivity, and quality." }, { "time": "10:30 AM - 11:10 AM", "title": "Panel One: Making the Business Case: Do Robotics Deliver Real Returns?", "description": "Short presentations followed by moderated discussion on real-world case studies." }, { "time": "11:15 AM - 11:35 AM", "title": "TED Talks", "description": "TED-style talks from industry leaders on construction innovation." }, { "time": "11:15 AM - 12:00 PM", "title": "Panel Two: The Implementation Gap: From Pilot to Program", "description": " This panel focuses on the practical challenges and strategies for integrating robotics into existing construction workflows." }, { "time": "12:00 PM - 1:00 PM", "title": "Lunch & Networking", "description": "Catered lunch with optional hands-on workshop or emerging tech presentation." }, { "time": "1:00 PM - 2:00 PM", "title": "Breakout Session One: Investment Pitch", "description": "Early-stage startup pitches and investor meetings." }, { "time": "1:00 PM - 2:00 PM", "title": "Jaibot Hands-on Demonstration", "description": "Hands-on robotics demos by trade (MEP, carpentry, concrete, aerial)." }, { "time": "1:00 PM - 2:00 PM", "title": "Outdoor Demonstrations", "description": "Outdoor aerial and underwater robotics demonstrations." }, { "time": "2:00 PM - 2:45 PM", "title": "Panel Three: How Physical AI is Reshaping Jobsite Risk", "description": "Academic and innovation panel on embodied AI and autonomous systems." }, { "time": "2:45 PM - 4:00 PM", "title": "Insights from Operators, Founders & Industry Leaders", "description": "Short talks showcasing robotics across trades and construction phases." }, { "time": "4:00 PM - 6:00 PM", "title": "Robotics in Action Showcase & Networking Reception", "description": "Extended live demos with food, drinks, and networking." }, { "time": "6:00 PM - 9:00 PM", "title": "Platinum Sponsors VIP Dinner (Invite Only)", "description": "An invite-only private dinner bringing together top industry leaders for curated networking and strategic conversations." } ] }