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CA-1 Series 4

The First AI-Robot for Fully Autonomous Meal Production

Experience the future of cooking with the CA-1 Series 4, advanced AI-robotics delivering healthy, perfectly cooked meals anytime, anywhere.

~800
Meals produced per day
<1h
Daily human interaction
-90%
Required ground space
Highlights

Features of the CA-1

The CA-1 Series 4 introduces smarter features for greater efficiency, precision, and quality than ever before.

Operating on Just 7 Sqm

A fully functional kitchen designed to fit into minimal space, making high-quality cooking possible anywhere.

Fully Autonomous Production

Our cutting-edge software orchestrates seamless operations at every step. A radically efficient process from inventory to handover.

Flexible Menu

Adapt to changing desires effortlessly with customizable menus that can be updated instantly across locations.

Operating 24/7

Run your kitchen nonstop, night and day, maximizing productivity and serving around-the-clock without interruptions.

Data Driven Optimization

Leverage powerful analytics to refine operations, reduce inefficiencies, and make smarter business decisions.

Fleet Control Management

Centralized fleet control lets you oversee multiple CA-1 cells, streamlining operations across all locations.

USE CASES

Workplace
Offices & Canteens

The CA-1 enhances workplace performance by providing fresh, nutritious meals throughout the day. It supports employee wellbeing and ensures reliable, high-quality food service without disruption.

USE CASES

Mobility
Airports, Train Stations & Mobility Hubs

The CA-1 keeps travelers fueled with fast, freshly prepared meals in high-traffic locations. It reduces queues, operates efficiently in limited space and guarantees dependable food service from early morning to late at night.

USE CASES

Retail
Supermarkets & Stores

The CA-1 turns retail spaces into food destinations by offering fresh, ready-to-eat meals alongside daily shopping. It increases basket size, extends dwell time and ensures a reliable, high-quality food option around the clock.

USE CASES

Hospitality & Care
Hotels, Hospitals & Elderly Care

The CA-1 supports care teams by serving nutritious, tailored meals whenever they are needed. It relieves staff from routine kitchen tasks, improves meal consistency and helps guests and patients access high-quality food at any time.

USE CASES

Institutions
Schools & Universities

For campuses of any size, the CA-1 delivers healthy, balanced meals efficiently and at scale. Intelligent automation minimizes waste and ensures consistent nutrition for students and faculty.

Workplace
AUTONOMOUS COOKING

Delicious Meals Prepared Completely Autonomously

Adapting effortlessly to diverse use-cases and environments. Find out how we can automate your operations.

HOW IT WORKS

From Start to Serve

From ingredient loading to cooking and serving, every step is managed by intelligent systems that ensure quality, hygiene, and consistency. Simply select the menu, and the CA-1 takes care of the rest.

01

Food Storage and Monitoring

Up to 36 fresh ingredients are stored in a temperature-controlled environment with continuous monitoring, ensuring food safety, freshness, and precise portioning to reduce waste.

02

Fully Autonomous Cooking

Meals are prepared autonomously using advanced induction technology, delivering consistent quality and precision — ready to serve customers around the clock.

03

Plating and Heated Presentation

Automated plating ensures every dish is presented with the same high standard, while precise timing and heating maintain perfect texture and temperature.

04

Pick Up and Enjoy Meal

Guests can collect their meals from one of eight heated pick-up stations, with minimal waiting time and food served at the ideal temperature for maximum enjoyment.

01

Food Storage and Monitoring

Up to 36 fresh ingredients are stored in a temperature-controlled environment with continuous monitoring, ensuring food safety, freshness, and precise portioning to reduce waste.

02

Fully Autonomous Cooking

Meals are prepared autonomously using advanced induction technology, delivering consistent quality and precision — ready to serve customers around the clock.

03

Plating and Heated Presentation

Automated plating ensures every dish is presented with the same high standard, while precise timing and heating maintain perfect texture and temperature.

04

Pick Up and Enjoy Meal

Guests can collect their meals from one of eight heated pick-up stations, with minimal waiting time and food served at the ideal temperature for maximum enjoyment.

Circus OS

Powerful AI Operating System for Seamless Operations

Circus OS is the intelligent control center behind every Circus robot. It optimizes operations, predicts demand, and adapts menus automatically - making autonomous kitchens efficient and self-managing.

PIM (Supply Chain)


Demand and waste AI prediction engine optimizing usage in real time.

Robot Console


AI command hub for fleet-monitoring, diagnostics, and predictive performance.

Operator AI


Agentic AI co-pilot for decision-making - incident detection.

Culinary Intelligence


Adaptive AI engine translating ingredient data into nutritional actions.

Hybrid Interface


Proprietary POS for dynamic offer adaptation and pricing intelligence.

CA-1 Stats

Technical Data of the CA-1 Series 4

Measurements

Footprint

7m²

Height

1800 mm

Length

3700 mm

Width

2200 mm

Performance & Capacity

Dishes Per Load

>500

Operation / Availability

24/7

Cooking Stations

4

Pick-Up Slots

8

Technologies

Cooling System

Integrated AC

Cooking

Induction Pots

Hygenic System

Yes

Hygenic System

Integrated Dishwasher

Multi Modal Order Terminal

Galaxy XY

Software

Circus OSTM

Ingredients & Automation

Unique Dishes

Unlimited

Ingredient Silos

36

Human Labor / Day

1h

Contact

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