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Robots take up the fight against infection

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Rapid advances in AI and automation mean robots are now helping businesses in almost every sector to boost efficiency, enhance productivity and streamline costs. 

But in the age of Covid-19, attention has also focused on how AI-enabled robots can be used to clean offices, factories and public spaces, thereby improving hygiene standards and protecting the health and well-being of the wider community. 

In this respect, SoftBank Robotics Group has been leading the way with the innovative, efficient and cost-effective “Whiz”. This easy-to-use product is reinventing the commercial cleaning industry, using the latest technologies to improve cleaning and disinfection and, as a result, pointing to a sharp rise in sales and customer interest.    

Basically, it is an autonomous floor-care robot programmed to perform indoor navigation and deliver thorough vacuum cleaning. Standing just over 65cm high, it is slightly more than 45cm wide and, with battery, weighs 35kg. It is easy to set up, “learns” the routes to follow and, can detect and avoid obstacles like humans, glass walls and steps via multiple built-in sensors.  

Whiz covers up to 1,500 square metres per three-hour charge, and sends a notification to the supervisor when cleaning is completed. The controls can be checked remotely by smartphone or computer, and relevant performance data can be recorded and shared.

“With robotic solutions, we are changing the industry, providing better productivity and effectiveness,” says Ronald Yip, Sales Director of SoftBank Robotics Hong Kong. “That has an impact for companies involved in traditional cleaning services, property management, and facilities management. Demand is increasing, and because everyone is talking about the importance of hygiene, we have also added a special disinfectant feature.” 

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