Achieve consistent gelcoat application through intelligent robotics

Viam’s robotic gelcoat application system brings AI into the physical world with real-time, 3D imaging that adapts motion plans to your molds, laying an even layer of gelcoat on any fiberglass mold—no matter the shape, size, or geometry.

The skilled labor challenge

Precise gelcoat application is universal in fiberglass boatbuilding—and it’s a highly skilled role that’s increasingly hard to staff and critical to hitting production goals.

• 0.2mm margin of error for gelcoat sprays to avoid undercuring or cracks/defects
• 81% of manufacturers experience plant disruptions from high turnover
• 35% of marine professionals have considered leaving their job in the past year

Deliver consistent quality at scale

Increase efficiency

Move pieces through the fiberglass mold, curing, and surface preparation stages more efficiently with a flawless gelcoat base layer.

Reduce rework

Avoid cracks, defects, and expensive rework by applying the right gelcoat thickness and coverage the first time, every time.

Empower your workforce

Operators focus on high-value tasks (maintaining supplies, quality verification, etc.) while the robot handles the precision application.

Scale without constraint

Your production capacity isn't limited by the availability of a few expert technicians. Intelligent automation enables consistent results across your operation.

Consistency without compromise

Viam’s robotic gelcoat application system lays the groundwork for flawless, high-quality surfaces.

Gelcoat application with intelligent automation

Easy installation

Complete station with single or multiple robotic arms, plus integrated spray attachment.

Adapts to any workpiece size and shape

Vision system adapts to any mold without reprogramming.

Mobile and modular

Stations move where you need them, when you need them.

Remote fleet management

Comprehensive monitoring, diagnostics, and support.

Ready to bring intelligent automation to your facility?

Viam is bringing the same vision-based intelligence that's transforming robotic sanding to gelcoat application. Talk to us about how adaptive automation can deliver consistency across your marine manufacturing operation.