See our solution in action at Metstrade from Nov 18-20 at booth 11.525 | Book a meeting
See our sanding solution in action at Metstrade from Nov 18-20 at booth 11.525 | Book meeting
Robotic Surface Finishing

SurfaceAI

Automated surface prep and finishing that gets smarter with every job. Built on Viam, the universal platform for robotics.
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SurfaceAI is a robotic workstation that fits into existing work cells and plugs into standard power. Built for high-dust, high-mix environments, it handles repetitive surface finishing with consistent quality so your skilled team can focus on the craft.
Block fiberglass
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Orbital wood
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Glue
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Gelcoat spray
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From Manual Variability to Production Certainty

Run multiple stations with one operator
Finishing labor is hard to hire and harder to scale. One operator can supervise multiple stations, while skilled teams focus on the rest of the production process.
Maintain consistent finish quality
SurfaceAI adjusts to each part in real time, maintaining controlled speed and pressure across shifts. Fewer defects. Less rework. Predictable output.
The longer you run it, the better it gets
Hardware and software delivered through a Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) subscription, configured for your process and continuously improving over time. SurfaceAI becomes a compounding asset.
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SurfaceAI runs on

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Adapts in Real-Time

Computer vision reads each part and adjusts automatically, reducing manual calibration and costly resets.

Continuous Performance Growth

New capabilities are delivered through over-the-air software updates, so your workstation becomes smarter over time.

No Hardware Lock-In

New capabilities are delivered through over-the-air software updates, reducing downtime and manual intervention.

Industries

Marine
Wind Energy
Construction
Manufacturing

Your line keeps moving

SurfaceAI is delivered as a fully supported production system.

Continuous Monitoring & Remote Resolution

Every station is monitored in real time through Viam’s cloud platform. Issues are flagged early and resolved remotely.

Enterprise-Grade Security & Ownership

Your process data stays yours, encrypted in transit and at rest, never locked inside proprietary hardware.

Customized through Partnership

Work directly with our team to keep your system tuned to your workflows and quality standards.
Robotics in the real world
Viam and Viking Yachts Announce Robotic Sanding Partnership
Viam’s solution enables more consistent and efficient fiberglass sanding, addressing a major manufacturing challenge across marine and other sectors.
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The SurfaceAI Strategic Advantage

Feature
Traditional Robotics
SurfaceAI
Upfront Investment
$250k+ CapEx
Low Upfront (OpEx)
Deployment Time
6-12 Months
Weeks
Intelligence & Vision
Rigid, CAD-based programming
AI-powered adaptive perception
Software Updates
Static; requires onsite technician
Continuous Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
Fleet Management
Siloed, disconnected units
Unified cloud-based orchestration
Hardware Lifecycle
High risk; hardware-locked
Future-proof; hardware-agnostic logic
Support & Maintenance
Call-out fees; internal overhead
Included in subscription

Is SurfaceAI a Fit for Your Facility?

SurfaceAI is ideal for manufacturers who:
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Refine fiberglass, wood, or composite parts in high-mix, high-variability environments
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Struggle to hire or retain skilled finishing labor
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Need consistent output without facility expansion
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Seeing Is Believing. Start Your Evaluation.

Validate SurfaceAI on your real parts. No commitment required.
1
Consult with our team to review your facility’s finishing goals and surface requirements.
2
Send a sample part to our lab or schedule an onsite evaluation.
3
Review the results with our team.
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