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Firms Show Off Ground Security Robots at ASIS

By Cal Biesecker

Monday, September 19th, 2016

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ORLANDO, Fla.—Robots that can supplement and in some cases reduce the need for security guards and provide enhanced surveillance and detection for critical infrastructures were demonstrated this month at the annual ASIS International security conference, with two firms showing off their products.Gamma 2 Robotics, which debuted an offering a year ago at the show, demonstrated its three-wheeled RAMSEE security robot, which the company is currently marketing for indoor use at warehouses, manufacturing facilities and utilities, and for overnight security. The…

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