Robotics In FM
Towercraft is the reason Why FM's Are Switching to Robotics for Safer, Smarter Façade Maintenance
As commercial buildings across the UK become more complex, facilities managers are under increasing pressure to maintain high standards of appearance, safety, compliance and sustainability all while reducing operational disruption and long-term maintenance costs. Traditional façade cleaning methods often struggle to meet these expectations consistently, particularly on modern high-rise and large-surface buildings where access, safety and quality control present ongoing challenges.
Towercraft was established to approach this problem differently.
Rather than positioning itself as a conventional cleaning contractor, Towercraft
operates as a robotic façade
maintenance and inspection specialist, combining robotics, low-impact cleaning technology and digital reporting into a single operational process. The company’s approach focuses not only on cleaning surfaces, but also on helping building owners and FM teams protect façade assets, monitor deterioration risks and make more informed maintenance decisions over time.
The system has been developed specifically for commercial glass, aluminium, composite and coated metal façades commonly found across office towers, logistics facilities, hotels and modern mixed-use developments. Using remotely operated robotic systems deployed via BMUs or mobile crane access, Towercraft reduces the need for traditional rope-access operations while enabling consistent cleaning quality across large elevations.
One of the key differences in the Towercraft process is the move away
from aggressive high-pressure washing
methods that can potentially damage seals, coatings and façade components over time. Instead, the company uses controlled low-pressure application methods combined with specialist brush systems and environmentally conscious chemical solutions designed to reduce water consumption while protecting sensitive surfaces.
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