Relying on Cetim's technical and normative expertise, Osiris has guaranteed the conformity and optimised the autonomy of its irrigation robot for marketing purposes in Europe.
- Guaranteeing the complete safety of its innovation in accordance with the various European regulations.
- Access to external regulatory and technological expertise.
- Save time in development and in “time to market”.
To overcome the labour shortages and save water resources, Osiris has developed Oscar, an innovative autonomous robot for the irrigation of industrial crops such as potatoes and beans. “Oscar not only reduces labour time, but also cuts water consumption by 30% and energy consumption by 20%”, explains Rodolphe Cockenpot, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Osiris Agriculture. For this type of autonomous machine, safety is crucial. To ensure that the robot complies with European regulations, guaranteeing users optimum safety and electromagnetic harmlessness in relation to surrounding equipment, the start-up turned to Cetim.
Increased skills as a bonus
With its expertise in the Machinery Directive, the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard and the European Radio Equipment Directive (RED), the Centre's specialists were involved in a several technical and regulatory aspects, covering a wide range of fields: mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, programming, etc. “The risk analysis enabled us to define the areas of intervention with discernment, so as not to alter the spirit of the machine, continues Rodolphe Cockenpot. After each diagnosis, Cetim identified the problem and proposed an appropriate corrective solution.”
In addition to a regular presence in the field and in-depth technical exchanges, Cetim contributed to Osiris' skills development, enabling it to manage safety issues on its own in the future. Thanks to a progressive support, the young start-up is about to launch a robot operating in full safety mode. “Once EMC and RED compliance has been finalised in the second phase of the project, we will be able to offer Europe's first 100% autonomous robot incorporating not only intelligent watering but also spreading, fertilising and pest control functions”, concludes Rodolphe Cockenpot.
- Comprehensive safety approach, from risk analysis to validation of appropriate solutions.
- Identification and proposal of technical and safety solutions.
- Highly available to respond as quickly as possible to any questions or bottlenecks during the design phase, so that we can provide support as close as possible to the manufacturer.
- Multi-disciplinary expertise: mechanics, Hydraulics, electronics, etc.
- The guarantee of multi-disciplinary expertise and skills from available experts.
- A gradual approach to the development of the project, enabling a semi-autonomous robot to be marketed now, awaiting the end of the second phase, which will make it 100% autonomous.
- An increase in skills in the field of order security.
