How much daily human intervention is actually required?

With a fully automated docking station (like that of the CleaniBot C5 or KIRA B 200), human labor is typically reduced to a once-daily walk-around to check brushes and wipe sensors. Without a workstation, staff must manually drain and refill the machine every 2–4 hours.

Can these robots see glass walls or partitions?

Standard LiDAR can struggle with transparency. However, airport-optimized units use specialized 3D depth cameras or ultrasonic sensors to detect glass, ensuring they don't attempt to drive through terminal partitions.

What is the best way to prevent the robot from smelling?

The stinky robot syndrome is caused by dirty water sitting in the recovery tank. Robots with an automated high-pressure internal rinse cycle—as found in the OrionStar C5—mechanically remove the biofilm that causes odors, which is much more effective than simple drainage.

Do these robots require a dedicated Wi-Fi network?

Most robots can operate offline using their onboard maps, but they require a connection for remote monitoring, software updates, and fleet orchestration. High-security environments often use a dedicated, encrypted VLAN for their robotic fleet.

How do we handle the transition from manual staff to robots?

The most successful deployments treat robots as co-bots. The robots handle the high-frequency, repetitive hall scrubbing, while human staff are redirected to high-touch surfaces, restrooms, and detail cleaning that requires human dexterity. This usually results in a 30–50% increase in overall facility cleanliness scores.