Nexaro GmbH is taking the next step in its planned expansion strategy: together with Killis, one of the largest cleaning industry suppliers in the UK, the Wuppertal, Germany-based technology start-up is launching its international sales market outside the EU. The ...
Read More »How sustainability and wellbeing must guide our future approach to innovation
John Norris, Head of Innovation for Samsic UK, discusses the future of innovation in the facilities management sector. No matter the industry, any successful business must be prepared to innovate if it is to succeed rather than stagnate. Innovation is ...
Read More »The future of cleaning: How cobotics will transform the industry
Ryan Smith, a Product Design Engineer at Victor Floorcare, delves into the impact of robotics on floorcare maintenance, discussing the advantages, obstacles, and how human-robot collaboration could enhance efficiency. Automation is gaining traction; while initial technological limitations hindered its adoption, ...
Read More »Robert Scott adds advanced floor cleaning robot to its portfolio
Robert Scott has expanded its offering with a new advanced floor cleaning robot, the Meta-Scrub 60. Working in collaboration with humans, the Meta-Scrub 60 is designed for effective, autonomous floor cleaning and is the first product of its kind to ...
Read More »SoftBank Robotics joins forces with Infogrid
SoftBank Robotics, a leading provider of autonomous cobots and digital transformation, has created a strategic partnership with smart building systems provider, Infogrid. Following successful deployments of Infogrid sensors and systems in conjunction with SoftBank Robotics solutions – specifically Whiz (a ...
Read More »Medirest supports cleaning teams with the introduction of robots
Medirest, the healthcare division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is introducing 12 brand new cleaning robots to support several NHS hospitals across the UK. Medirest has partnered with cleaning innovation specialist, Killis, to develop the innovative technology which is ideally ...
Read More »SoftBank Robotics EMEA signs strategic partnership in Spain
SoftBank Robotics EMEA has signed a strategic partnership with a cleaning product provider in Spain. Under the agreement, Jusmer will now offer Whiz, Europe’s first industrial cobotic vacuum sweeper, to its facility management and cleaning contractor clients. Jusmer sees huge ...
Read More »The importance of change management in the adoption of cobotics
By Nils J.van der Zijl, VP Sales & Marketing, Softbank Robotics EMEA Success of new technology requires the buy-in from the very people who will be working with them. Sure, you’ve heard it before – “What’s in it for me,” ...
Read More »SoftBank Robotics signs partnership deal with Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene Supplies
SoftBank Robotics EMEA has signed a strategic partnership with Bunzl Cleaning & Hygiene Supplies (BCHS), part of Bunzl plc, one of the fastest-growing international distribution and outsourcing groups. Under the agreement, BCHS will now offer Whiz, Europe’s first industrial cobotic ...
Read More »Removing the capex barrier in cleaning innovation
By Nils J.van der Zijl, VP Sales & Marketing, Softbank Robotics EMEA The urgent need for innovation in FM With the FM and cleaning industry facing enormous pressure to improve cleaning performance in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ...
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