Akhurst Machinery Limited & Omnirobotic Inc. have entered a strategic distribution agreement to commercialize advanced and autonomous robotic equipment.
Akhurst is now an official distributor of Omnirobotic’s autonomous machines across Canada. Akhurst and Omnirobotic will collaborate to promote and install autonomous sanding machinery in the woodworking market, specifically kitchen cabinet manufacturers.
With the ongoing labour shortage crisis, both parties anticipate this partnership will bring a cost-effective solution for woodworking manufacturers looking for simple-to-use automation solutions.
"We are pleased to enter into this distribution agreement with Omnirobotic," says Ryan Akhurst, vice president of Akhurst Machinery.
“Our customers have been asking us for an automated sanding solution for quite some time now. Omnirobotic products use cutting-edge technology, but are provided with a straightforward user interface. We believe this unique combination of productivity, quality and simplicity will make this equipment the de facto standard for any kitchen manufacturer looking to expand his business and reduce costs.
“When it comes to shaker-style panel sanding, this robotic sanding machine is second to none. There is no need for manual touch-ups after the robot has finished sanding. Right now, this is the only equipment able to do that on the market.”
"Akhurst is known for building trust with customers, providing them with reliable products and outstanding services,” says Francois Simard, CEO of Omnirobotic.
“Partnering with Akhurst to offer our advanced sanding technology makes perfect sense as both companies are looking to help the woodworking sector with advanced and reliable solutions. We are pleased to work with very experienced people who are very knowledgeable of the market need to introduce our products and giving us valuable feedback."
Akhurst Machinery Limited is one of North America’s largest independent machinery distributors, with five branches strategically located across Canada, along with a sales office dedicated to their U.S. customer base.
