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Raymond LaFond, vice president of LSK Enterprises, a North American distributor for the Mammoth, said that automation can control the thickness of ice better than a human ever could.
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Raymond LaFond, vice president of LSK Enterprises, a North American distributor for the Mammoth Autopilot 3D, stated that automation can control ice thickness more effectively than a human.
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Raymond LaFond
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News Article
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{
    "person": "Raymond LaFond",
    "subject": "Mammoth Autopilot 3D",
    "organization": "LSK Enterprises"
}
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September 25, 2026 at 10:05 AM (2 weeks ago)
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September 25, 2026 at 10:05 AM (2 weeks ago)

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The hulking blue ice resurfacer making laps around the Colorado Avalanche’s practice rink last week appeared to be missing one thing: a driver.
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https://nytimes.com/athletic/7622002/2026/09/23/nhl-driverless-zamboni-ice-resurfacer

A driverless ice resurfacer, the Mammoth Autopilot 3D, is being used at the Colorado Avalanche's practice rink, sparking social media debate. While some lament job displacement, operators highlight its precision and potential to assist staff rather than replace them. This technology is the first of its kind in the NHL and North America.

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