Deployment and performance at W12
Once the decision was made, Robert Scott worked closely with Dall to deploy the MS60 at W12. The floor area was mapped, and a QR code strategically placed to start the robot’s cleaning schedule.
The results have been remarkable. The MS60 handles the centre’s morning scrubber drying before opening hours, ensuring floors are spotless and dry for visitors. During the day, it switches to dust mopping mode, working safely around shoppers. On a single charge, the machine can scrubber dry once and mop three times, covering nearly 5,000m² over seven hours of operation.
The performance metrics from the project speak for themselves. The MS60 achieves an efficiency rate of 678m²/hour when scrubber drying. One full circuit around the shopping centre covers almost 1,200m² in less than two hours, using 50% of its battery. In dusting mode, it cleans the same area at a rate of 639m²/hour, consuming just 8% of its battery.
Transforming operations and delivering value
The introduction of the MS60 has had a marked impact on Dall’s operations. Chris continued: “While the robot handles the floors, our operatives can focus on high-touch areas and new responsibilities like the car park. It’s a seamless integration that has made us more efficient without additional costs.”
Peter Jones, highlighting the financial benefits, mentioned: “While robotics can be perceived to be a significant investment, the MS60 offers a rapid return. Operating 49 hours per week, as it does currently at W12, the payback period is just 12 months.”
A hit with staff and shoppers alike
The machine has also won over Dall’s operatives. Chris noted: “Our team trusts it to do a great job. After the initial scrubber drying, it’s free to dust for another 10 to 12 hours a day, which is fantastic for them.
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“As it’s cobotics we were very conscious that we didn’t want to be losing people’s jobs, so now we’re required to put extra manual resources into the car park, the robot frees up some of the existing workforce. It’s worked really well.”
Shoppers, too, have been intrigued. Ollie observed: “It’s not just the cleaning results that impress – it’s the way the machine navigates the space, avoiding people and obstacles. It’s a testament to the technology and the client is thrilled.”
Looking ahead
The success of the MS60 at W12 has sparked interest from other Dall customers. Chris revealed: “We’re already exploring opportunities to deploy it in a large warehouse for another client.”
For the team at W12, the MS60 has proven invaluable in enhancing efficiency while maintaining high standards. As Ollie puts it: “It’s a great bit of technology, and I can’t wait to see where it goes next.”
About Robert Scott’s robotics division
Robert Scott entered the robotic cleaning market in 2023 with the introduction of the MS60, still the flagship offering in its dedicated robotics division. By providing an autonomous solution to clean large floor areas, it allows human operatives to focus on more complex activities and has quickly proven to be a hit within the industry.
Continuing to grow its automated offering, Robert Scott has recently introduced MS45 – a smaller, more agile scrubber dryer designed for intricate and confined spaces. MS45 can navigate narrow corridors, pass through doorways and access areas larger machines cannot reach. Despite its compact size, it delivers the same high-quality cleaning performance as the MS60.
Also in the range is the Testa Mop 2, an ultra-compact scrubber dryer, and the Exel Follow-Me Smart Trolley. The trolley features hands-free technology that enables it to autonomously follow a cleaner and avoid obstacles using a series of sensors and cameras.
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