Fastbrick Robotics
Fastbrick Robotics is an Australian industrial automation company that builds DST®-powered long-boom robotic systems — including the Hadrian® bricklaying robot, Mantis™ welder, and Firehawk™ ladle relining robot — for construction, heavy fabrication, and steelmaking customers globally.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1994
- HeadquartersPerth, Australia
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Fastbrick Robotics does
Fastbrick Robotics (ASX: FBR; OTCQB: FBRKF) is an Australian industrial automation company that designs and deploys stabilised long-boom robotic systems for construction, heavy fabrication, and steelmaking. The company's core platform is Dynamic Stabilisation Technology™ (DST®), a proprietary real-time control system that continuously measures and counteracts vibration, wind, thermal changes, and machinery movement to enable millimetre precision on long-boom arms operating in uncontrolled outdoor environments. DST® underpins three commercial robots: Hadrian®, an autonomous bricklaying robot with a 32-metre telescopic boom capable of laying up to 360 blocks per hour and building a standard home's walls in a single day; Mantis™, an 8-metre reach robotic welding system targeting defence, mining, shipbuilding, and heavy fabrication; and Firehawk™, a 10-metre reach ladle relining robot for the global steelmaking industry.
FBR generates revenue through a mix of high-value capital hardware sales (Hadrian® at AUD $7.8M, Mantis™ at AUD $990K), the WaaS® (Wall as a Service®) managed-service offering that delivers Hadrian-built walls via builder partners without requiring them to purchase hardware, and licensing of the Fastbrick Wall System® (optimised blocks, adhesives, and software). Customers span large homebuilders (PulteGroup, Christopher Alan Homes), building materials suppliers (Wienerberger, Xella), and technology integrators (Fronius, Verbotics), with a U.S. Demonstration Program anchored by CRH Ventures. The company is headquartered in High Wycombe, Western Australia, employs 101-250 staff, and is led by CEO Mike Pivac with Mark Pivac as CTO; it holds global patent protection for its Hadrian® and DST® technologies and is certified to applicable building codes and the AS 4024 safety standard.
Fastbrick Robotics firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Fastbrick Robotics
- Legal name
- FBR Ltd
- Website
- https://fbr.com.au
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1994
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Fastbrick Robotics is an Australian industrial automation company that builds DST®-powered long-boom robotic systems — including the Hadrian® bricklaying robot, Mantis™ welder, and Firehawk™ ladle relining robot — for construction, heavy fabrication, and steelmaking customers globally.
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- akta.pro rank
Fastbrick Robotics industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Robotics and Automation
- NAICS
- Construction Machinery Manufacturing (33312), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)
- SIC
- Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Industrial Robots (Articulated, SCARA, Delta, Cartesian) (IMAHAHAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Robot Software, Autonomy Stacks & Simulation (ROS, digital twins) (HDAAAIAK), Construction & Mining Robotics (HDAAAIAE)
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Where Fastbrick Robotics is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Perth
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices2 records
Markets served
Fastbrick Robotics business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Hadrian® Hardware Sales: One-time capital sale of the Hadrian® automated bricklaying robot to select partners at a base price of $7,800,000 AUD (subject to final specifications, optional extras, and tariffs). Premium enterprise pricing model with high-value unit sales.
- Mantis™ Hardware Sales: One-time capital sale of the Mantis™ 8m-reach robotic welding system at $990,000 AUD (plus optional extras, installation, integration, support). Targeted at defence, mining, shipbuilding, and heavy fabrication sectors with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2026.
- Firehawk™ Early Adopter Program: FBR is recruiting early-adopter steelmaking partners for the Firehawk™ ladle relining robot with deliveries 'starting soon'. Specific unit pricing not publicly disclosed; likely sold as a capital purchase plus integration.
- Wall as a Service® (WaaS®): Service-based offering that allows customers to access the benefits of Hadrian® robotic construction (speed, accuracy, safety, waste reduction) without purchasing the hardware. FBR delivers the built walls as a service using its own robotic fleet and project partners.
- Fastbrick Wall System® Licensing: Licensing model for the Fastbrick Wall System® (optimised blocks, adhesives, and software), available globally through WaaS® or under license for Hadrian-powered businesses — creating a recurring royalty stream on partner deployments.
- Project Delivery via Builder Partners: Indirect revenue capture through project delivery executed with builder and developer partners (PulteGroup, Christopher Alan Homes, Wienerberger, Xella, GP Vivienda, Inspired Homes, Archistruct, New Century), leveraging their customer relationships while FBR provides the robotic wall construction service.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Hadrian® base price $7,800,000 AUD (one-time capital purchase) |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Mantis™ price $990,000 AUD (one-time capital purchase) |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Firehawk™ — price not publicly disclosed |
| Outcome Based/ Performance | Multi-year contract | WaaS® — Wall as a Service (quote-based) |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels7 records
Fastbrick Robotics product offering
Product offeringCore offering
FBR designs, prototypes, and deploys stabilised long-boom industrial robots powered by its proprietary Dynamic Stabilisation Technology (DST). Its commercial portfolio includes Hadrian (autonomous outdoor bricklaying robot), Mantis (8m-reach robotic welder), and Firehawk (autonomous ladle lining robot for steelmaking), with construction services delivered via the Wall as a Service (WaaS) model.
Product overview
FBR (Fastbrick Robotics) operates a platform-plus-modules architecture: DST® (Dynamic Stabilisation Technology™) is the proprietary stabilisation IP platform that underpins every product, and three distinct commercial robots are built on top of it — Hadrian® (autonomous outdoor bricklaying robot for construction), Mantis™ (8m-reach DST®-powered robotic welder for defence/heavy fabrication), and Firehawk™ (autonomous ladle lining robot for steelmaking). The Hadrian® technology is additionally delivered as a service via WaaS® (Wall as a Service®), supported by the Fastbrick Wall System® (optimised blocks and adhesive). All products share the same DST® real-time stabilisation engine, which is also positioned as licensable technology for applications in infrastructure, mining, defence, maritime, and agriculture.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Hadrian®: The world's most advanced construction robot that builds structural, load-bearing walls of a brick/block house in as little as a day. Uses DST® to lay blocks via a 32-metre telescopic boom, with a base price of AUD $7,800,000.
- Mantis™
- Firehawk™
- DST® (Dynamic Stabilisation Technology™)
- WaaS® (Wall as a Service®)
Products and services
- Hadrian World's most advanced autonomous construction (bricklaying) robot that builds structural, load-bearing walls of a brick/block house in as little as a day. Uses a 32m telescopic boom and DST-enabled shuttle block delivery system, operating outdoors with a 2-3 person crew at up to 360 blocks per hour. Sold to enterprise construction partners at AUD $7.8M.
- Mantis Advanced 8m-reach DST-powered robotic welding system for defence, heavy fabrication, mining, shipbuilding, and large-scale industrial manufacturing. Delivers up to 4x manual welding productivity with deposition rates up to 25 kg/hr and welding speeds up to 4,000 mm/min. Integrates Fronius TPS400i/TPS 500i welders. Priced at AUD $990,000.
- Firehawk World's most advanced refractory ladle lining robot purpose-built for the global steelmaking industry. DST-powered with 10m reach and 10m x 10m footprint, autonomously performs complete ladle relines (insulating sand and refractory bricks) for ladles from 10t to 350t capacity, removing workers from hazardous environments. Features one-touch operation with pre-approved ladle layouts.
- Wall as a Service (WaaS) Construction-as-a-service offering that delivers robotic wall construction to builders and developers without requiring them to purchase hardware or build in-house robotics capability. Powered by Hadrian technology and the Fastbrick Wall System, delivered through project partners including CRH Ventures, PulteGroup, Christopher Alan Homes, Wienerberger, Xella, and others.
- Fastbrick Wall System Optimised blocks and Fastbrick adhesive system that enable fast, accurate Hadrian builds with easy cavity access and compatibility with render and other finishes. Available globally through WaaS or under license for Hadrian-powered businesses.
Quantifiable outcome
- Hadrian® builds walls of a standard home in as little as one day, with one unit capable of up to 150 homes per year
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Companies that use Fastbrick Robotics
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Fastbrick Robotics technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
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Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration2 records
AI capability6 records
Feature10 records
Fastbrick Robotics partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered flagship / core, core and supporting.
- CRH Venturesflagship / coreCRH Ventures partnered with FBR for the U.S. Demonstration Program in Florida, where multiple Hadrian X® homes were built in the Babcock Ranch development. CRH Ventures is the U.S. program anchor partner enabling FBR's commercial demonstration of the Hadrian X® in the U.S. residential market. The partnership is bidirectional, with CRH providing market access and FBR providing the robotic construction technology.
- PulteGroupcoreListed as an FBR Project Partner. PulteGroup is one of the largest U.S. homebuilders and partners with FBR for Hadrian-built wall delivery via the WaaS® model.
- Christopher Alan HomescoreListed as an FBR Project Partner. Christopher Alan Homes was the builder for US House #8 (Babcock Ranch, FL) in the U.S. Demonstration Program, with Hadrian X® laying 1,912 blocks in a single shift in November 2024.
- The Wienerberger GroupcoreListed as an FBR Project Partner. Wienerberger is a leading global building materials supplier; the partnership supports block supply and integration with the Fastbrick Wall System® for Hadrian deployments.
- XellacoreListed as an FBR Project Partner. Xella is a European building materials manufacturer partnering with FBR on block supply for Hadrian-based construction.
- New Century InternationalsupportingListed as an FBR Project Partner supporting WaaS® delivery for Hadrian-built wall projects.
- Archistruct Builders & DesignerssupportingAustralian project partner listed by FBR for WaaS® delivery of Hadrian-built walls.
- Inspired HomessupportingAustralian project partner listed by FBR for WaaS® delivery of Hadrian-built walls.
- GP ViviendasupportingListed as an FBR Project Partner supporting WaaS® delivery for Hadrian-built wall projects, likely in Latin America.
- Fronius (TPS400i / TPS 500i welding equipment)coreFronius welding equipment is integrated as the standard welder for Mantis™ — TPS400i single-wire in standard configuration and dual TPS500i in tandem setup. Mantis™ is also designed to integrate with other welding equipment brands.
- VerboticssupportingVerbotics provides the path programming software used with Mantis™ for complex welding tasks, complementing onboard controls for simple welds.
- Computershare Investor Services Pty LtdsupportingComputershare manages FBR's share registry, providing security holder services, statements, and personal information updates. Perth-based contact details provided on FBR's FAQ page.
Scale indicators14 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Fastbrick Robotics competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Construction Robotics: U.S.-based developer of the SAM100 (Semi-Automated Mason) bricklaying robot, the most direct functional competitor to FBR's Hadrian® in the masonry automation category, targeting the same residential and commercial builder customers.
Emerging players
- Built Robotics: U.S. startup that retrofits autonomous functionality onto existing heavy construction equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders). Directly relevant to FBR's broader thesis of automating construction workflows in uncontrolled outdoor environments.
- COBOD International: Danish 3D construction printing company competing for the same automation-in-construction narrative as Hadrian®, albeit via a different technology (concrete extrusion vs block laying). A relevant benchmark for code certification and commercial scaling in construction robotics.
- Boston Dynamics: Developer of Spot and Stretch, advanced mobile and humanoid-style robots. Relevant as a high-profile peer in commercialising complex robots for real-world industrial environments, similar to FBR's positioning of DST®-equipped robots in uncontrolled settings.
- Apptronik: Texas-based humanoid robot developer targeting industrial and commercial applications. Comparable as a capital-intensive robotics company commercialising IP across multiple industrial verticals, though in a different form factor than FBR's long-boom systems.
Broad incumbents
- Caterpillar: Global construction and mining equipment OEM and a prior FBR investor (Caterpillar Ventures participated in a 2017 funding round). Represents the incumbent benchmark FBR must compete with or partner into for distribution and field service in heavy equipment.
- Hilti: Established construction technology company offering semi-automated and robotic tools (e.g. Jaibot for layout, EXO-O1 wearable exoskeleton). Competes with FBR in selling productivity-enhancing automation to professional builders.
- ABB Robotics: Global industrial robotics incumbent offering articulated arms, welding cells and autonomous mobile robots used across heavy fabrication and manufacturing — directly comparable to the manufacturing and welding categories Mantis™ targets.
- KUKA Robotics: German industrial robotics OEM with a strong installed base in automotive and heavy fabrication welding cells. Directly comparable to Mantis™ on robotic welding, though KUKA's portfolio is broader and not specialised in long-reach outdoor applications.
- Yaskawa: Japanese industrial robot manufacturer with a large global installed base in arc welding and material handling. Closely comparable to Mantis™ in the welding category and to general industrial-automation positioning of FBR's platform.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Trust signalCompliance1 record
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Fastbrick Robotics leadership team
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Profiles4 records
Fastbrick Robotics funding detail
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Funding rounds5 records
Investors4 records
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Frequently asked questions about Fastbrick Robotics
What does Fastbrick Robotics do?
FBR designs, prototypes, and deploys stabilised long-boom industrial robots powered by its proprietary Dynamic Stabilisation Technology (DST). Its commercial portfolio includes Hadrian (autonomous outdoor bricklaying robot), Mantis (8m-reach robotic welder), and Firehawk (autonomous ladle lining robot for steelmaking), with construction services delivered via the Wall as a Service (WaaS) model.
Is Fastbrick Robotics a public or private company?
Fastbrick Robotics is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Fastbrick Robotics founded?
Fastbrick Robotics was founded in 1994. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Fastbrick Robotics based?
Fastbrick Robotics is headquartered in Perth, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does Fastbrick Robotics make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Hadrian® Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are mantis™ Hardware Sales, firehawk™ Early Adopter Program, wall as a Service® (WaaS®), fastbrick Wall System® Licensing and project Delivery via Builder Partners.
Who are Fastbrick Robotics's main competitors?
Construction Robotics is listed as a direct peer. Emerging players are Built Robotics, COBOD International, Boston Dynamics and Apptronik. Broad incumbents are Caterpillar, Hilti, ABB Robotics, KUKA Robotics and Yaskawa.
Does Fastbrick Robotics have an API?
No public API is recorded for Fastbrick Robotics.
What industry is Fastbrick Robotics in?
Fastbrick Robotics's product category is Industrial Robotics and Automation. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAHAA, Industrial Robots (Articulated, SCARA, Delta, Cartesian), with a secondary code of HDAAAIAK, Robot Software, Autonomy Stacks & Simulation (ROS, digital twins). Its NAICS code is 33312 and its SIC code is 3530.