Automation Frontier 2026

 Join us in Fort McMurray for a full‑day conference showcasing the next wave of digital transformation and AI-driven solutions for Canadian Oil Operations.

Together with leading manufacturers and technology partners, we’re bringing multiple solutions under one roof—designed to help operators work safer, smarter, and more efficiently in demanding industrial environments. 

 

October 20, 2026 |Fort McMurray, AB.

Featuring Industry Leaders

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Gain insights from the industry leaders

 Explore field-ready technologies that make industrial inspection safer, improve operational visibility, and support smarter asset decisions across oil sands operations. 

  • ExRobotics: ULus certified hazardous-area robotics for consistent autonomous inspection and emissions monitoring.

  • ANYbotics: Autonomous legged robots for routine visual, thermal, acoustic, and gas-detection rounds.

  • Nexxis: Robotic crawlers and NDT tools for remote inspection in pipes, tanks, and difficult-access assets.

  • Xplorobot: Handheld and drone-enabled methane detection for efficient emissions monitoring and leak localization.

  • Sorama: Ultrasonic imaging for leak detection, partial discharge and mechanical anomalies.

  • Korial: AI-powered software for managing autonomous inspections, robot fleets and data.

Don’t miss the roadshow redefining inspection and emissions monitoring.

hellcat

Hellcat, modular pipe inspection crawler.

With a rugged chassis, heavy-duty tethering, and advanced sensing capabilities, Hellcat is designed for endurance and precision 

Xplorobot

Xplorobot: The Future of Emission Monitoring Is Handheld 

Built for speed, accuracy, and field usability. 

 

Exrobotics
ExR-2.5 by ExRobotics, the world's only inspection robot built for North American hazardous environments.
Anymal
ANYmal enhances mining safety by minimizing human risk, ensuring continuous monitoring, and autonomously providing accurate data for preventive measures during operations. 
Sorama
Sorama acoustic monitoring helps inspection teams detect leaks, partial discharge and mechanical issues in hazardous environments.