Board approves $40,375 FANUC robot for Fremont High School mechatronics
Summary
The board approved purchase of a fenceless ER-4iA FANUC robot and conveyor for the Fremont High School Mechatronics program for $40,375, funded by Perkins Grants, to expand course offerings and industry certification opportunities.
The Board approved a request from the Fremont High School Mechatronics program to purchase a fenceless ER-4iA FANUC robot and conveyor for $40,375.00. The administration said the robot will expand Advanced Manufacturing coursework, enable advanced programming, and support pathways to industry certification and dual-credit opportunities; the purchase will be funded through Perkins Grants. The motion was moved by Pam Murphy, seconded by Jon Ludvigsen and recorded as a unanimous 6–0 vote.
Board members discussed the program benefit in connecting classroom instruction to local manufacturing industry needs. The recorded agenda notes the procurement source of funds as Perkins Grants; no alternatives or vetoes were recorded in the minutes.
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