Robot repairs gas mains in Kingston

From Left to Right: Cllr Holt, Cllr Manders, Cllr Sweeney

In recent months, Kingston has benefited from a revolutionary robotic approach to gas main maintenance, in which a cutting-edge device called CISBOT is used.

CISBOT works by travelling remotely along existing gas mains, detecting and repairing leaks without the need for frequent excavations, which are typical when using traditional methods.

This innovative approach by ULC Technologies, on behalf of SGN, not only ensures public safety, but also delivers significant advantages, including reduced road closures, lower CO2 emissions, and the prevention of delays to essential services, residents and businesses.

Find out more and hear from Kingston Council’s Portfolio Holder for Climate Action and Sustainable Transport Cllr Ian Manders about the benefits in the short video below.

 

Published: 29th November 2023