Gecko Robotics, based in Pittsburgh, PA, utilizes AI and robotics for predictive maintenance across industries.Predictive maintenance can help save manufacturers costs by detecting equipment issues early.Companies like Aquant and Gecko Robotics offer AI-powered tools for informing maintenance decisions.The need for predictive maintenance technology is rising as equipment failures cost companies up to $1.4 trillion annually.AI advancements, including generative AI and AI-powered robotics, are revolutionizing maintenance systems in manufacturing.AI algorithms from startups like Aquant analyze data to identify maintenance needs accurately, reducing downtime.Gecko Robotics' robots and AI platform Cantilever help detect equipment issues in real time, aiding in timely maintenance planning.Some companies are incorporating conversational AI into maintenance tools, enhancing access to maintenance insights for teams.With advancements in AI, predictive maintenance is evolving into prescriptive maintenance, providing recommendations for issue resolution.Challenges to adopting AI-driven predictive maintenance include high upfront costs, integration complexities, and workforce skills gaps.