ENGLEWOOD, NJ, July 30, 2025 – Okibo has partnered with Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI) to deploy its drywall and painting robots on the Netflix House project in King of Prussia, PA. Netflix House is a 100,000-square-foot entertainment venue with themed dining, retail shops and experiences connected to shows such as “Stranger Things and Bridgerton.”
Okibo’s robotic drywall finishing system is helping address labor shortages and safety concerns by eliminating repetitive overhead sanding up to 12 feet high.( no need for lifts or scaffolds). PCI reports up to a 5x increase in jobsite productivity for Level 4 and 5 sanding jobs, while maintaining safety compliance.
“I used a traditional power sander in one of the largest rooms on this job, and it took me all day. I was physically exhausted. Then I used the Okibo robot in an identical room, and I didn’t feel drained at all. I’ve come to really value this machine for what it is: it’s saving my body. And with the company’s focus on reducing ladder and scaffold use, it shows PCI cares about our long-term health and safety. I can definitely appreciate that outlook – preserving the labor force and minimizing injuries,” says Kevin Murphy, journeyman on the Netflix House project.
Okibo’s robots uses patented AI-guided 3D scanning and real-time modeling to operate without setup steps like measurements, markings, or BIM tools. It requires a skilled operator to oversee tasks. Designed for construction areas, the robot improves efficiency and consistency across commercial building projects. Its ease of mobility and minimal prep make it useful on job sites where productivity and labor safety are priorities.
PCI and Okibo plan to extend their partnership for an upcoming data center construction project in Washington D.C. later this summer.
“We are proud to be building such a strong partnership with PCI, demonstrating the monetary and safety value of our drywall and sanding robotics. Okibo’s solutions empower skilled workers to perform their tasks more efficiently and safely,” says Nadav Shuruk, CEO, Okibo USA.
Source: Okibo
About Okibo
Founded in 2018, Okibo is a robotics company headquartered in Englewood, NJ, with operations in Israel. The company develops autonomous robots for painting and drywall finishing, targeting the construction industry. Its flagship product, the EG7 robot, uses AI-driven 3D scanning and real-time modeling to operate without site preparation or external reference tools. The robot can cover up to 1,000 sq. ft. per hour and is deployed on job sites across Europe and the United States. Okibo serves builders, contractors and developers in residential, multifamily and commercial construction. Its solutions aim to address skilled labor shortages while improving site safety and productivity. The company has completed more than 1 million square feet of finishing work globally. Okibo opened its U.S. headquarters in 2024 to expand its market presence in North America.
About PCI
Performance Contracting Inc., based in Lenexa, KS, is a U.S. specialty contractor founded in 1987. Backed by more than 60 years of experience through its parent company, Performance Contracting Group, PCI offers more than 25 services, including insulation, fireproofing, cleanroom installation, scaffolding and drywall ceilings. It serves industrial, commercial and non-residential sectors such as aerospace, pharmaceuticals, data centers, power and life sciences. The company employs approximately 5,000 to 5,500 people across the United States and reported annual revenue of about $2.1B as of July 2025. PCI has completed over 1M sq. ft. of construction work and is ranked among the top specialty contractors by Engineering News-Record. The employee-owned firm operates more than 40 offices nationwide and focuses on safety, service delivery and digital continuity in its project workflows.