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Introducing
Our People
David Walkinshaw
CEO
David has been our CEO since 2019. He holds an MBA and a BSc and draws on his extensive experience of high-level operational management of meat processing facilities, including Auckland Meat Processors, Taylor Preston Limited and PPCS (now Silver Fern Farms).
Keith Blenkinsopp
Technical Director
Keith has over 25 years’ experience in automation covering a wide range of industries. He is passionate about working with clients to understand their needs and delivering innovative solutions that drive progress through advanced automation. Keith has an NZCE in Mechanical Engineering.
Shaun Hurd
Software and Control Manager
With a PhD in Physics and Electronic Engineering, Shaun is an expert at machine learning for meat robotics systems. With thirteen years of experience in this industry, Shaun oversees and develops our software and control systems. When he’s not working, he heads outdoors to cycle and kayak.
Tim Greene
Operations Manager
Holding an MEng in Management and a BE in Mechanical Engineering, Tim knows what it takes to design and produce innovative systems that keep pace with advances in technology and safety. Outside work, he enjoys skiing and weightlifting.
Shaun Judd
Production Manager
Shaun holds a Trace Certificate in Manufacturing and Tool Making. With extensive experience developing race car parts, Shaun manages the manufacture of all production and development components. Outside of work Shaun races in New Zealand’s GT1 racing category.
Nicholas Hildreth
Principle Software Engineer
With an MSc in Computer Science and over 20 years’ experience in specialist software engineering, Nicholas is responsible for developing our suite of products which require computer vision-based solutions. Outside work, he enjoys distance running and rock climbing.
Guardian is a product of KANDO. At KANDO we are experts in building Smart Machines. We partner with industry leaders to create products that leverage technology to redefine what is possible. We support our customers from initial feasibility analysis and concept development, through to installation, service, and support. This enables our customers to set the benchmark in their industry
Guardian bandsaw: Redefining Safety
“reliable performance, customer-focused support, and uncompromising safety”
The journey to creating the next generation bandsaw began in 2015. Our aim was to develop a product with reliable performance, customer-focused support, and uncompromising safety features. Our answer: Guardian Bandsaw was developed in partnership with New Zealand’s meat processing industry.
“Guardian Bandsaw was designed from the ground-up”
We designed and developed a unique vision detection system coupled with the manufacture of a purpose-built stainless-steel bandsaw. Rather than tweaking an existing commercial bandsaw, The Guardian Bandsaw was designed from the ground-up, enabling us to incorporate specific and innovative features from working closely with the meat processing industry.