Placing Faith in Robotics

Adding a CC1 to your facility is the right choice!

I was asked recently what I thought of the new CC1 robot, which you can see in the image below for a helpful visual reference. However, before we dive into the detailed review of its features and performance, let's take a moment to discuss why you might want to consider incorporating a robot into your cleaning routine. Additionally, we'll explore how you can effectively integrate one of these innovative tools into your existing cleaning program for optimal results.

Handles the clean while you handle the customer concerns

Wayback Machine Time

Let’s take a nostalgic trip in the “go back machine” to the year 1959, a time rich with significant events that would ultimately cloud the spotlight on the groundbreaking introduction of automation in the workplace. In 1959, General Motors made history by installing the very first prototype of Unimate #001 at its Trenton, New Jersey plant. This impressive robot, weighing a remarkable 2,700 pounds, was primarily tasked with die casting—a pioneering moment in industrial automation that would pave the way for future innovations. The Original Unimate (Michigan Tech) marked an important milestone for manufacturing technology. Alongside these technological advances, the year was marked by several notable events: the tragic death of rock-and-roll star Buddy Holly, Cuba was on the brink of tension, poised as if ready to ignite the flames of World War III, and Alaska and Hawaii officially became states. Furthermore, it was in this tumultuous year that the heartbreaking reality of soldiers beginning to lose their lives in Vietnam unfolded.

And Now!

Fast forward to the present day, and we find ourselves in a fascinating era where the topic of robotic conversation and advanced technology is now widely discussed and extensively explored across various sectors. These sectors include manufacturers, hospitals, schools, science laboratories, and even the ever-evolving cleaning industry. It is specifically within this intriguing realm of cleaning that we will choose to concentrate our attention. Robotics in the cleaning industry is currently standing at a critical juncture, teetering precariously on the edge of either full-fledged acceptance or outright denial of its significance in our everyday operations. As we navigate this complex landscape, there are two crucial factors that need to be taken into serious account; the potential for employee displacement, which raises valid concerns, and the increased efficiency of the cleaning processes that robotics are meticulously designed to enhance.

Two very serious concerns:

1. Employee displacement - a term that has been specifically utilized instead of the more traditional words fired or laid off - arose from the growing perception surrounding the replacement of low-income workers with advanced tools and technology. This issue is not a new concern; in fact, it has been increasingly relevant as numerous processes and tools are becoming more thoughtfully designed with the intention of making the work environment safer, more efficient, and ultimately more usable for both workers and employers alike.

2. Increased efficiency - dialing in a cleaning contract can be quite tough and demanding work. Most times, each company is underbidding each other just to get their foot in the door, which ultimately decreases the perceived value of the company down to a mere commodity instead of a valued service that clients truly appreciate. That efficiency is often measured through an employee comparison based on missed work or inconsistent work performance. In this particular situation, the cobotics, such as CeCe 1, have the remarkable capability to share what was accomplished directly with the supervisor, allowing them to feel less guilty for asking for updates and promoting a smoother communication dynamic.

CC1, or CeCe” for short,

• Is an advanced robot cleaner taking care of your cleaning chores so you can focus on what truly matters—spending time with clients. Equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, it glides seamlessly around furniture and effortlessly navigates through different floor types, ensuring no corner is left untouched.

• With customizable cleaning schedules, you can set your robot cleaner to work when it’s most convenient for you—whether you’re out of the office or on a business call. And don’t worry about noise; our robot operates quietly, making it perfect for business offices, factory floors, public walkways, and more.

• Plus, with smart app integration, you can monitor and control your robot cleaner from anywhere. Get notifications when cleaning is complete, adjust settings, or initiate a cleaning session right from your smartphone making this a tool more than a replacement for any personnel.

Say goodbye to the hassle of vacuuming and mopping and hello to a cleaner, fresher entrances, and cleaner/safer walkways! Experience the future of cleaning today and reclaim your time with a CeCe robot cleaner in your business.

Take the first step towards effortless cleaning—your business deserves it!

The Fear

The first fear that often arises is the employee displacement factor concerning the existing crew you currently have in place. Whether you are the client who genuinely cares for the contracted cleaners in your building or the contractor who is understandably hesitant to let go of any employees simply because you purchased this new robot, it can create a difficult situation. I’ve personally experienced these kinds of dilemmas where it feels like it has to be one or the other, and frankly, it shouldn’t have to be a choice at all. This is ultimately an investment in your facility that could yield significant long-term benefits. For instance, consider that over 1 million reported emergency room visits were categorized under “slips and falls,” in 2023, which account for a staggering 12% of all ER visits. The statistics show that the leading cause of these slips, trips, and falls are uneven or wet surfaces, which contribute to a hefty 55% of these incidents (smithlawcenter.com). This makes maintaining floors a crucial component in determining your business's insurance rating and overall safety standards.

Just one claim on you insurance pays for this investment. Sit down with your COO or Head HR person and find that information on your slips, trips, and falls, claims numbers.

The Anxiety

The second fear that often arises is the possibility that your employees might feel threatened and experience heightened anxiety due to the ever-increasing presence of technology in the workplace. From a business perspective, addressing this concern head-on, implementing comprehensive training should be prioritized as the essential first step in the process. One notable advantage of the CC1 is its remarkable ease of operation, which will make it much simpler for employees to understand and utilize. Given that the operation is straightforward and easily trainable, the next concern for your employees will likely revolve around assigning someone to use this new tool effectively. By adding a level of responsibility to a cleaner's workday, it not only enhances their role but also demonstrates that the organization values their contributions. This intentional focus on empowering employees is essentially prepping them for more significant opportunities in the future. Furthermore, when an individual is held accountable for specific tasks, the overall quality of the work consistently improves. I recommend selecting an employee who has a genuine desire to please clients, as this mindset will be crucial before they even begin the learning process of the technology.

The detailed and personal approach to satisfying clients will undoubtedly outshine any capabilities of the robot; this individual will embrace the CC1 as a valuable tool to further enhance contract satisfaction and foster stronger client relationships.

The Fun

The fun part has truly been customizing these innovative robots to seamlessly fit the unique area they serve. For instance, one memorable occasion involved us adorning our robot with a vibrant ID badge, while other enthusiastic users decided to wrap theirs in a team-themed design to celebrate some spirited camaraderie. Embrace the excitement that comes with these additions! Enjoy the benefits of reduced insurance claims that follow. Have a great time working alongside the dedicated cleaning crews. Integrating today’s advanced cleaning methods with techniques from yesterday can be both exciting and incredibly fun, creating a delightful blend of the old and new.

Embrace a new level of responsibility in your business by incorporating a cleaning robot into your cleaning program. These intelligent devices take the burden of time wasting cleaning tsks off your shoulders, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—your business. With advanced sensors and mapping technology, a cleaning robot navigates your space efficiently, reaching under furniture and tackling dirt in those hard-to-reach areas. You'll not only save time and energy, but you'll also cultivate a cleaner, healthier environment for everyone. Elevate your cleaning routine and enjoy peace of mind knowing that you've made a smart, responsible choice for your home.

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Ice Bath Cleaning

Ice Baths might be good for you but NOT if you are sitting is dirty containers.

Cleaning doesn’t just involve shiny floors and filter changes. Nor is it as easy as a disinfectant wipe. Sitting in filth will catch up with you sooner than later and blaming the cold water bath as the result of getting sick may be ill suited for the situation.

If you are a cleaning company considering the expansion of your service offerings, cleaning Ice Baths could be a fantastic addition to your repertoire. A simple search for “ice bath” returned a staggering 421,000,000 results in just 0.28 seconds. That number reflects a significant interest and conversation surrounding this topic.

Now, imagine incorporating a specialized cleaning program into your residential cleaning regimen, specifically designed to maintain these popular amenities for your clients. Additionally, if your business focuses on commercial cleaning, servicing gyms, physical therapy specialists, and sports centers, having the right equipment and effective cleaners at your disposal will undoubtedly earn you a huge thumbs up on the referral chart. This could really set you apart from the competition and enhance your reputation in the industry.

The number of brands and high-quality materials involved are meticulously and thoughtfully selected to create these exceptional harbors of health and well-being. These innovative products offer multiple uses, ranging from private daily use in the comfort of one’s home to specialized therapeutic treatments specifically designed for enhanced sports recovery. All of this is accomplished with the utmost respect and care to promote muscle recovery and significantly enhance cellular regeneration, helping individuals of all ages achieve their wellness goals more effectively and efficiently.

Ice Wellness

A brand that is wholeheartedly dedicated to the innovative and refreshing practices of cold therapy, striving to uniquely discover and provide everyone with their ideal time, temperature, and duration for an effective and tailored cold therapy experience. Our mission is to help individuals unlock the numerous and remarkable benefits that this therapeutic approach offers, ensuring a truly personalized journey toward overall health and wellness.

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Ice Wellness has some tips for cleaning, so, let’s get back to that.

We will progress from naturals ways to maintain your baths

1. Add Epsom Salt to the water, it helps clean the water and its good for your muscles.

2. Add Citrus Zest Boost, aroma therapy adds a refreshing zing and the citric acid will act as a cleaning agent.

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On the commercial side I would like to add an approach of commercial cleaning from my cleaning background.

These tubs need to be handled with gentle brushes, and gentle chemicals, then throurouly washed out. Here are a few tips from myself if I was to be asked how to clean.

1. I would use a MotoScrubber, one of the handiest tools I’ve used.

2. Next would be a Pathosans solution.

These combined efforts would synergistically work together to create a dynamic and highly powerful team that is fully capable of effectively managing the more frequently utilized commercial facilities, which tend to experience a significantly larger and more varied turnover in client usage. This collaborative approach ensures that the team is well-equipped and prepared to successfully handle the challenges that inevitably come with high client traffic and demand.

Are you ready to supercharge your recovery routine with ice baths but unsure how to maintain that pristine chill?

Look no further! Our blog on cleaning, ice baths in this situation, is your ultimate guide to ensuring your recovery sessions are not only effective but also hygienic and enjoyable.

Imagine sinking into that perfectly icy water, knowing it’s clean and ready to work its magic on your muscles. We cover everything you need to know about the cleaning, our connections about the experience and techniques of using ice baths.

Choosing the right cleaning supplies to optimal maintenance, tips on regular maintenance try visiting Ice Wellness and follow their tips for ensuring your ice bath is sparkling and safe for every use. You’ll discover a step-by-step cleaning routine and expert recommendations tailored for ice bath enthusiasts. Some results may vary due to manufacturer, please make sure to read those.

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Reading our blog may not make recovery as fast as an Ice Bath, but it will make time fly while you are enhancing your performance by keeping your recovery space in tip-top shape. Don’t let a dirty bath sabotage your hard work—dive into our blog today and take the plunge towards a cleaner, more effective recovery experience!

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The 4 Main Cleaning Headaches

Cleaning professionals have a duty now post covid to protect the health of the occupants within their buildings. With the long arm of safety and liability walking past allergens, witnessing slip/trip/fall conditions, and using “that is how we used to do it” mantras do not stand up in career success anymore. Getting past this now the norm in the cleaning industry.

The evolution of the cleaning industry has jumped a generation from mop and bucket to robotic cleaners, from hand mixing chemicals to green cold water one stop shop chemicals. All in the desire to support the industry and the staff performing the work. So here is the call to action, normally put at the end of the writing, instead at the beginning so you know where the article is heading. The cleanliness falls on us to tell the story, advocate for funds, and require our organizations to step up and provide for better conditions.

Typical look of a winter rug, although it shouldn’t be.

I walked by an entryway the other day that was salt laden for over half the walking path. The industry standard is 13 feet of walk off mat which prevents slips, trips, and falls, is nullified if the mat is half covered in old salt residue. Besides the safety issue there is also the visual issues of less maintained facilities. An area where cleaning professionals can shine is the entry points to a building.

There are 4 specific areas that can relay to staff and customers that the organization cares:

1. Entryways

2. Bathrooms

3. Kitchens

4. Garbages

Main Cleaning Industry Headache

I once heard an eye-opening statistic that revealed a significant 80% of complaints originate from the above-mentioned areas. If you're receiving complaints, I’m willing to bet that it likely stems from one of these specific areas. In my personal experience, I can confidently attest that this number is indeed accurate. The moment I prioritized and focused on addressing these key aspects, my main complainers were effectively silenced, leading to a much more positive environment.

But is it as easy as this? Just 4 things?

No, not really.

Within each one listed there are a number of steps and product choices to get the job done. Your organization will ultimately share their concerns and budget. Our responsibility as cleaners and facilitiy personnel is to advocate for the right situation to happen. Speaking the right language is critical with who you might sell, yes I said sell, your plan to get this done.

Luckily the cleaning industry has evolved from being a low paying dead end job to being a career. There are some fantastic organizations out there that support the growth of employees and managers, along with awesome resources.

Cleaning Industry Resources

The best part about the industry is there are so many that have ventured before you and start their career on this path. Some have stayed in the industry and some moved on and remember every stinking time they had to clean. If there ever was a service industry that gets looked down on its the cleaning industry.

Avenues to push for better:

1. Show your manager the skill you have by demonstrating the before and after pictures. Managers have an easier time selling improvements with pictures. Often times leaders cannot picture what we mean, so it is up to us to to show them.

2. Make sure to keep track of the hours spent, who did the work, and products used. This will allow you or your management to build the financial case for the improvement.

3. Make sure there is a case to be made, do a little research, reach out to a specialist in the field and ask them how they would approach the situation and if they have already gone down this road. THat experience can play a huge part in your own growth as an expert in the industry.

4. Find the credential that works for your organization. Credentials sell authority and validity.

The creator of the Peter Principle - cleaning is moving dirt from one place to the next, lets not over complicate it.

The industry is unique in the ability to be an entry level position while at the same time be a showcase for career attentiveness and managerial quality. Don’t be caught on the dumb end of a mop anymore. Be the new and improved scrubber that organizations want.

The Secret Advantage of Robotics in Cleaning

Robots in the cleaning industry are revolutionizing the way we maintain cleanliness and efficiency in various environments. These advanced machines can tackle mundane tasks such as vacuuming, floor scrubbing, and window washing with minimal human intervention, allowing staff to focus on more complex responsibilities. Equipped with artificial intelligence and sensors, cleaning robots can navigate obstacles, track their operations, and adapt to different surfaces, ensuring a thorough clean every time. As they grow more sophisticated, the integration of robots not only reduces labor costs but also enhances the consistency and quality of cleaning services across commercial and residential spaces. With this innovative technology, the future of the cleaning industry looks brighter and more efficient than ever.

When deciding which cleaning robot is truly the best fit for you, it’s essential to start by carefully assessing your specific cleaning needs and overall lifestyle.

Take into account important factors such as:

• the size of your home or business - this is the base as the level of cleanliness is specific to each classification.

• the types of flooring you have - be cautious here. Its amazing how many types of flooring there is/are and the specialized care for all.

• whether you share your space with pets that may require additional attention for cleanup due to allergies and other reactions.

• Additionally, look for features that matter most to you, such as advanced mapping capabilities, convenient scheduling options, or seamless smart home integration. These may seem trivial however scheduling is critical.

Taking the time to read reviews and comparisons can also provide valuable insight into both performance and durability. Finally, make sure to set a budget that reflects the level of technology and convenience you seek, ensuring that you choose a robot that meets your every expectation without breaking the bank.

The other important factor to consider is labor management, which plays a crucial role in the overall success and efficiency of a business. Effective labor management not only helps in optimizing workforce performance but also enhances employee satisfaction and retention. Adding robotic elements can make the job tense as people are always focused on their job security. Emphasis needs to be how the integration will be incorporated into every day tasks and how the new equipment will not eliminate manpower.

The exact opposite should be realized. Increased labor hours can be seen without adding any more manpower. Be careful as to how to price this addition in. If clients are seeing extra get done they will expect it, but if the standard contracted elements can be done faster or with less effort then its a win for the employee. The ideal situation for robotic augmentation of cleaning equipment is when your crew is getting behind in work, or unable to finish the work load due to scheduling, absenteeism, or client requests outside of the contract then adding augmentation will shore that client retention.

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Training and ownership go hand-in-hand with retention. Technology training should be a primary focus when choosing a robotic scrubber. Giving the training to a manager that will not be on site all the time is not the answer. That person should know the same information as the employee working the device, YES. However training to the educated staff member using the device should be factored in. Recently a LinkedIn article discussing 3 focuses for the next evolution of the cleaning industry mentions training should be focused and repeatable. Because in my experience the training is never a once and done.

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