TECHNOLOGY, AI & ROBOTICS


A CLEAR VIEW OF THE FUTURE


David Saville, Managing Director of Vertical and Specialist Cleaning at Principle, offers an insight into the latest innovations the company has adopted to support one of the fastest growing divisions in the business – window cleaning.


The window cleaning sector has experienced something of a revolution in the last few years. For Principle Cleaning Services, it’s one of the fastest growing divisions in the business and the second largest operation of its kind in the UK. In 2023, Principle announced plans to partner with a leading robotics company to embed a window cleaning robot in their operation, and more recently has introduced another ground-breaking advancement – drone technology.


In recent years, the use of drones has expanded considerably in many industries, including window cleaning. Commercial window cleaning has traditionally been a labour-intensive job, especially for skyscrapers and other high-rise buildings. The integration of drone technology has introduced many positive changes,


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including improved safety, greater efficiency, cost- effectiveness and environmental benefits.


Drones can significantly enhance the speed and efficiency of window cleaning operations. Equipped with high- pressure nozzles, cleaning fluid dispensers and water recycling systems, modern drones can clean windows quickly and thoroughly. In large commercial buildings where window cleaning can take several days, or where some aspects of a building are difficult or impossible to reach by other methods, drones can complete such tasks expediently, translating into greater efficiency and more jobs completed in less time.


While the upfront cost of drone technology may be significant, the potential for long-term savings is


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