Hello everyone! 🐧 Are you surprised to see a penguin instead of Hailey? And on top of that, a penguin that speaks human language... (Tremble)

 (I'm shy, but this is my employee ID... *clears throat*)

Following my senior, Pengsu, I swam all the way from Antarctica to Korea and became the new intern at Marosol. My name is Pengbok 👋, given to me by the CEO who told me to be a penguin that brings happiness (Haengbok)!

From now on, I’ll be introducing various service and retail robot solutions to you. For our first session today, we have Marosol’s No. 1 popular solution!

The ultimate, complete version of chicken business automation that so many people have been searching for: Robert Chicken Gangnam Store No. 2!

 (Click the image to view the solution details)

You wanted to run a chicken business comfortably through automation, but you felt lost on where to start, right? I’ve prepared an in-depth Q&A from A to Z with Marosol's automation expert, Brian! 👏

 Jet Interview

Q. Hello, Brian! Pengbok reporting for duty. (Bows)

You’re a cute intern whose very name radiates happiness! Nice to meet you.

Q. Humans love it, and penguins love it too... I really like chicken. Seeing a robot fry chicken is truly fascinating 😮. Robert Chicken Gangnam Store No. 2! What kind of solution is this?

Chicken is definitely the No. 1 delivery food loved by Koreans. Many chicken franchises are already leading the market. Among them, <Robert Chicken>, fried by a robot, is a representative success story of chicken automation with great taste and a clear concept!

 👉 Read Robert Chicken's success story The story of how a woman from a prestigious university and investment firm ended up frying chicken

Q. The CEO’s background is very unique! So, what kind of robot is used in this solution?

The robot used for automated chicken cooking is Neuromeka’s Indy7. It’s a "collaborative robot" that can bend in various directions just like a human joint. As the name suggests, collaborative robots are designed to work in the same space as humans and interact physically.

Q. Neuromeka Indy7 is truly versatile! So, what processes is this versatile collaborative robot generally used for?

Collaborative robots are used in various industries, including service and retail solutions. Specifically, this Indy7 can handle not only chicken cooking but also tasks like boiling noodles. It is also used in many processes that require working in cramped spaces or near humans, such as assisting in graphite electrode machining for machining centers.

Q. If you have just one of these robots, you wouldn't have to worry about running a chicken shop. So, what is the price?

Currently, Robo Arete is professionally handling this solution. The estimated price for this solution on Marosol is approximately 60 million KRW. Since they plan to significantly reduce the introduction cost by expanding R&D personnel, it is expected that installation will be possible at a more competitive price after the second half of this year.

Q. What is the work process of this chicken-cooking robot? I heard it even shakes the chicken itself?

First, when a customer’s order comes in, the marinated raw chicken is put into the battering machine. Once battered, the chicken goes into the fryer. While performing the frying task according to the menu, it can manage up to 6 baskets at once for 8 minutes, even shaking them in between to prevent the chicken from sticking. Once the set frying time is over, the process includes taking out the baskets, shaking off the oil, and moving them to the completion station.

Q. Managing 6 baskets for 8 minutes—that would be a very intense task for a human 😵. How much installation space is required?

For the robot itself, you only need one Indy7. It’s a 6-axis articulated form with a payload of 7kg and a maximum working radius of about 800mm. Besides this, options include electric gripper tools, kiosks, cooking management systems, automated battering machines, fryers, and stands.

While this list seems long, if you visit an actual store where this solution is applied, you can see how efficiently the small space is utilized. I visited Robert Chicken Gangnam Store No. 2 recently. Since it specializes in delivery without a dining area, the space outside the kitchen only consisted of a small waiting area for customers and the kiosk.

Q. The installation footprint isn't large, and the work process is very systematic! Are there any precautions users should take when this robot is operating?

Since collaborative robots work with humans, they basically have a collision detection function. Also, the speed isn't set very fast to meet safety regulations, so there are no special precautions. However, once a collision is detected, there is the inconvenience of having to move the robot to its home position and restart it. Ultimately, it’s important not to block the robot’s path.

But don't worry too much. Restarting the robot is a very simple task that anyone can do quickly and easily. Still, there’s no need to stand right in the robot’s way, right? haha. That’s why it’s important to design the layout so it doesn't interfere with the worker's movement.

Also, while the robot has a basic IP rating to ensure durability, if you want to use it more cleanly and safely, you can consider a "robot jacket" that the robot can wear like clothes. Of course, a good SI company will handle these fine details for you, and you can be introduced to a reliable SI directly through Marosol.

Q. A cooking robot with guaranteed safety—that makes it even more trustworthy! I heard this cooking process is upgraded compared to Store No. 1 🤔. What exactly was upgraded?

In Store No. 2, the robot that stood on the floor in Store No. 1 was upgraded to be mounted on the ceiling. This allows for even more efficient use of the allocated space. Also, while two robots previously divided the frying and battering tasks, Store No. 2 uses just one robot to perform both tasks simultaneously, significantly reducing costs.

Q. Wow! That’s an upgrade you can't refuse! Finally, is there a special reason why you would recommend this robot to those dreaming of owning a chicken business?

Of course. Generally, the process of frying chicken is a very difficult task for humans. It's easy to get burned by hot frying oil, and the smell of oil that soaks into the body is very strong. But by automating this process with a robot, a person can run a one-person store in a much safer and more pleasant environment.

Also, another advantage is the ability to maintain consistent taste and quality even during peak times like weekend evenings. Because of this, they say there is no "the taste has changed" feedback from customers. 😉

🐧: Exactly. There were so many times I was upset because a place I enjoyed suddenly tasted different. (I’m a Baemin VIP!) 🧑: As a chicken enthusiast, I agree.

From A to Z of chicken business automation! I think I’ve asked Brian everything I wanted to know... What? You still have more questions?

In that case, try Marosol's real-time consultation! We accept any questions—and it’s free!

👉 Go to inquire about chicken cooking automation

Next time, I’ll be back with the unmanned cafe automation case, which is currently hot on Marosol 👋