Universal Field Robots

📣🎉 It’s official! Sandvik has completed the previously announced acquisition of Universal Field Robots (UFR), a fast-growing Australia-based provider of autonomous interoperable solutions for the surface mining and underground mining markets. UFR will be reported in Digital Mining Technologies, a division within business area Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions. From humble beginnings of working out of Jeff Sterling's garage to being one of the fastest growing Australian robotics and automation companies in just 8 years. Over the last 8 years, the team at UFR has worked incredibly hard to be a serious player on the world stage. There have been months of hard work and dedication involved in bringing about this strategic acquisition. Our sincere gratitude to everyone involved. This is an exciting new chapter for Universal Field Robots. We are thrilled to be part of the Sandvik family and look forward to creating more value for the industry. Read the full announcement > https://lnkd.in/grJ-D2JJ #Resources #Mining #Technology #Robotics #Automation #Interoperability #ZeroEntry #Safety #Efficiency #Sustianability #Teamwork #Collaboration #Acquisition #UFRAutonomy #AutoMine #Sandvik #UniversalFieldRobots Dush Riku Alexandra David Tim Rhys Kerry Daniel Kimberley Kate Joshua Jared Jessie Ross Nisharn John Hector Jackson Blake Rui Min Brett Haidar Sean Hannah

Universal Field Robots is exhibiting at the AusIMM Underground Operators Conference 2025. Join us at the Adelaide Convention Centre from April 7–9, 2025, where our team will showcase our cutting-edge OEM-agnostic automation technology and its role in enhancing underground safety and operational excellence. We look forward to connecting and sharing insights and we are excited to see you there! View the conference program and register here: https://lnkd.in/gUZgetC #UniversalFieldRobots #Sandvik #UndergroundMining #Automation #Technology #Innovation #AusIMM #UgOps2025

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced business development professional to drive the expansion of Universal Field Robots’ product portfolio and automation capabilities across Australia. If you have a strong track record in sales within the METS sector (5+ years) and excel at building and maintaining key customer relationships, this role could be the perfect fit for you. Join us in driving innovation in mining automation Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/gZv4UZVA #Sandvik #UniversalFieldRobots #MiningAutomation #JobOpportunity #Hiring #BusinessDevelopment

Interoperability could be the key to delivering a 10 – 20% performance improvement in mining. Friction in a mechanism is the force that resists movement. In organizations, there is friction that resists progress, and interoperability is the oil to remove it. If we can perfect interoperability, wasted time and resources will be a thing of the past, and we would enjoy less disturbance and increased sustainability. Learn more about how interoperability is transforming the industry in the latest article with Jeff Sterling, Managing Director of Universal Field Robots, featured in the Bowen Basin Mining Club Yearbook: https://lnkd.in/e39eTNkF #Sandvik #UniversalFieldRobots #Interoperability #MiningInnovation #Automation

Are you looking for end-to-end automation solutions? Discover what sets Universal Field Robots apart in the field of OEM-agnostic, interoperable robotics and automation technology. In our latest UFR Difference video, hear from our Founder and Managing Director Jeff Sterling, along with Head of Sales and Commercials Dush Wimal, as they share insights into how our solutions enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability across the mining value chain. Watch the full-length video: https://lnkd.in/giVmUyjU Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7w_aizP #Sandvik #UniversalFieldRobots #Automation #MiningTechnology #Interoperability #Innovation

Collaborating for success!  At Universal Field Robots (UFR), we take pride in our dynamic, cross-disciplinary team, where collaboration drives innovation. Our talented professionals—from mechatronics, mechanical, and software engineers to integration and functional safety specialists, industrial designers, and sales and marketing experts—bring diverse expertise and a shared passion for delivering the best results for our customers. Discover what our team loves most about working at UFR in our team culture video: https://lnkd.in/gpRAS9xp  We are proud of our team's diverse knowledge, skills, experience, and curiosity, as well as their ability to collaborate and innovate. #Sandvik #UniversalFieldRobots #Automation #Robotics #MiningTechnology #Collaboration #Teamwork

Happy New Year to all! Wishing you a joyful, healthy, and successful 2025. We’re excited to embark on another year of collaboration and innovation, and we look forward to all that we can accomplish together! #UniversalFieldRobots #Sandvik #Automation #Robotics #Mining #HappyNewYear #2025

Merry Christmas! Wishing our valued clients, employees, suppliers, and friends a fantastic festive season. Thank you for your support in 2024! A reminder that our offices are closed and will reopen on Monday, 6th January 2025. #UniversalFieldRobots #Sandvik #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear

As we reflect on a successful year, we’re thrilled to highlight a significant milestone— the integration of Universal Field Robots into the Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions family, this milestone represents a significant step forward in delivering innovative solutions to our customers worldwide. With the holiday season upon us, we want to extend our gratitude to our customers for your invaluable support throughout the year. Your collaboration and trust continue to inspire our work. We wish everyone a joyful, safe, and relaxing holiday season! Please note that our workshops and office will be closed from 4:00 PM on Friday, 20th December 2024, and will reopen on Monday, 6th January 2025. Thank you once again for being part of our journey. Here's to an exciting year ahead! #UniversalFieldRobots #Sandvik #Automation #Robotics #Mining #HappyHolidays

Throwback to the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2024 in Sydney Australia, where Universal Field Robots' team—Business and Sales Officer Kerry Doherty, Founder and Managing Director Jeff Sterling, and Product Manager and Robotics Software Engineer Daniel Duskovic—had the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, exchange insights, and explore innovative approaches to mining automation and zero-entry pathways. It was an inspiring event that fostered collaboration and shared expertise in shaping the future of mining technology. #UniversalFieldRobots #IMARC2024 #Automation #Robotics #MiningTechnology #InnovationFieldRobots Dush Tom Hannah