Grain Weevil circuitry produced in Aurora

Founders excited to work with Aurora Boardworks

Employees from both the Grain Weevil and Aurora Boardworks display one of the early production models of the visionary robot, parts of which were produced here in Aurora.
Employees from both the Grain Weevil and Aurora Boardworks display one of the early production models of the visionary robot, parts of which were produced here in Aurora.

An innovative robotic concept that could soon help improve safety conditions in grain bins all across America is strengthening its already strong ties to Aurora. Father and son Chad and Ben Johnson lived in Aurora when they came up with the Grain Weevil concept several years ago, and as production has begun on a product expected to hit the market in 2025 some of the circuit boards are being produc…