2:53Watch video — Operating a Bobcat in Japan from ItalyOperation from overseas
Operating a Bobcat in Japan from Italy
An operator in Italy remotely controls equipment in Miyakojima, Japan.
Retrofit system for existing equipment
Remote control forconstruction equipment
GLANK is a remote control system fitted to existing construction equipment. The operator uses a controller connected to a PC while viewing video from cameras on the machine.
CSPI 2026 demonstration
Approx.1,860km
Makuhari Messe → Miyakojima
At CSPI 2026 in June 2026, an operator at Makuhari Messe controlled a Bobcat in Miyakojima, approximately 1,860 km away.
Demonstrations and field applications
These videos show operation from overseas and work on a construction site. They are published on Nankai Construction’s Miyakojima Construction Channel.
2:53Watch video — Operating a Bobcat in Japan from Italy
2:40Watch video — Stone handling for subsurface drainageConstruction site application
Stone handling for subsurface drainage
A Bobcat transports stone for subsurface drainage during land development, using remote control.
Films are primarily in Japanese or English. Captions and automatic translation depend on availability for each YouTube video.
System components
The machine is fitted with a control box and cameras. The operating station uses a PC and controller. Video and control signals are transmitted over a communications link.
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Machine equipment
On the demonstration machine, the control box is secured above the cab and connected to the vehicle by cable. Cameras are positioned to show the working area.
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Communications
Camera video is sent to the operating station, and controller commands are sent to the machine. The connection is assessed for the site’s communications environment.
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Operating station
The operator uses a controller connected to a PC while viewing camera video. The operating location is selected after reviewing connectivity and site procedures.
Control box installation
The video explains how the control box is fitted without drilling or welding. It shows the parts used and the connection points.
Watch videoThe demonstrations and field applications shown use Bobcat equipment. Supported models, installation methods and available functions are assessed individually.
Deployment requirements
Please provide details of the machine and intended work. We review installation, connectivity and operating procedures before discussing a demonstration or field trial.
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Machine and task
We review the manufacturer, model, year, attachments and planned tasks.
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Connectivity
We check connection quality, camera visibility and communications during operation at the site and operating station.
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Operation and safety management
We review stopping procedures, responses to communications faults, and local and remote responsibilities, then define the trial scope.
Common questions
Can it be fitted to any construction machine?
The examples shown use Bobcat equipment. Installation depends on the model and vehicle specification. Please provide the manufacturer, model, year and attachments.
Can equipment be operated from overseas?
A demonstration has been carried out from Italy to Japan. Use requires assessment of connectivity, site safety management and requirements in the countries and regions involved.
Does the machine work autonomously?
The machine is controlled by an operator watching camera video and using a controller connected to a PC.
Development companies
GLANK is jointly developed by Nankai Construction and Pawana. Nankai Construction handles construction site testing and equipment operation. Pawana develops the control systems, communications and software.
Nankai Construction
Construction, equipment operation and field validation
Pawana
Control systems, connectivity and software engineering
Deployment and demonstration enquiries
Contact us about installation, demonstrations, field trials or joint development. Please include the machine details, operating location and planned work in your email.