Frequently Asked Questions

Contents

❖ About the Company and Products

➢ Who is Ara Robotics?

❖ Autonomous Maintenance of Commercial and Industrial Floors

➢ Why are commercial/industrial floor maintenance robots useful?

➢ Why is a floor maintenance robot better than a manual (ride-on or push-behind) scrubber?

➢ Can robots clean as well as humans?

➢ Beyond lower operating costs, what other benefits do cleaning robots offer?

➢ How will autonomous robots collaborate with human workers?

➢ What questions can autonomous robots help me answer?

➢ What types of environments are ARA robots suitable for?

➢ As ARA technology evolves, how capable is the supplier of upgrading their product?

➢ How quickly can we deploy an ARA robot once it arrives at the facility?

➢ Can autonomous robots work effectively in human and/or complex environments?

➢ Does our staff need training for the robot? Who will train them?

➢ How much setup and training will the robot require?

➢ Does using the robot require our staff to have advanced technical skills?

➢ How and where can I monitor the robotic cleaning performance?

➢ Do robots break down more often than the manual machines we currently use?

➢ What kind of maintenance do these robots require?

➢ What is the estimated lifespan of ARA robots?

➢ How do we upload our facility’s map? How will it be corrected if there are changes later?

➢ There are steps, planters, and flower beds in some areas. Will these pose a hazard to the robot?

➢ Can your robots clean carpeted floors?

➢ Can your robots clean outdoor areas?

➢ What type of floor cleaning detergent do you recommend?

➢ What is the noise level of your robots during operation?

➢ What are the most suitable sectors for commercial floor maintenance robots?

➢ Do your robots support manual operation?

➢ What are their mapping and navigation capabilities?

➢ How do they navigate automatically in complex commercial buildings?

➢ Can your robots detect obstacles and prevent collisions?

➢ How do your robots’ mapping capabilities differ from other cleaning robots?

➢ How are floor or building cleaning plans created?

➢ Can cleaning plans be updated if my floor layout changes?

➢ Customer satisfaction

➢ What is the Ara Robotics service plan?

➢ Remote monitoring and support

➢ How often should your robot be serviced?

 

❖ Ara Robotics Product Range

➢ ARI – General Information

➢ What is the ARI autonomous floor maintenance robot?

➢ The ARA Robotics difference in autonomous floor cleaning

➢ How does ARI perform floor maintenance?

➢ How can I decide which accessories we need for our facility?

➢ How can I change the modules? What tools are required?

➢ What are the necessary physical conditions for installation? What kind of preparation do we need to do?

➢ Energy efficiency

➢ What is ARI’s operating time between charges?

➢ How can I maximize cleaning time with ARI?

➢ Does ARI monitor water tank levels?

➢ What are the most suitable floor surfaces for ARI?

➢ How much storage and parking space will the robot need?

❖ MINI – General Information

➢ What is the MINI autonomous floor maintenance robot?

➢ How does MINI perform floor maintenance?

➢ What are the physical requirements for installation?

➢ Energy efficiency

➢ What is the operating time between charges for MINI?

➢ How can I maximize cleaning time with MINI?

➢ What are the most suitable floor surfaces for MINI?

➢ How much storage and parking space will the robot need?

 

❖ Scoop – General Information

➢ What is the Scoop autonomous floor maintenance robot?

➢ Where is Scoop used?

➢ How does Scoop perform floor maintenance?

➢ What is autonomous bagging, and how does it benefit you?

➢ What are the necessary physical conditions for installation?

➢ What are the most suitable areas of use for Scoop?

 

Information About the Company and Products

Company Profile and Founding Story

Ara Robotics is a technology company founded in Turkey in 2019 by experienced robotic engineers with a vision to integrate robotic solutions into daily life to increase organizational efficiency. The company’s founding philosophy is based on the belief that robotic technologies should not remain confined to laboratory environments or specialized industrial applications, but should become a natural part of everyday commercial life.

Founder Vision and Experience

The company’s founders have over 20 years of combined experience in service robot development, autonomous navigation systems, and domestic and commercial robotic applications. This accumulated experience has enabled Ara Robotics to emerge as a company that not only possesses theoretical knowledge but also deeply understands the challenges and requirements of real-world applications. After years of work, the founders closely observed the needs of Turkey and the region in the field of commercial floor maintenance and decided to develop a local and national solution to meet these needs.

Our Mission

To increase operational efficiency, optimize labor costs, and provide sustainable cleaning solutions for businesses by manufacturing the highest quality, most technologically advanced autonomous floor maintenance robots for the Turkish and global markets. With our products developed entirely with local knowledge, resources, and labor, we aim to contribute to Turkey’s position as a globally competitive player in robotic technologies.

Our Vision

To transform robotic solutions from ordinary technologies into an indispensable part of daily life, and in this process, to become a globally recognized and trusted Turkish robotics brand.

Our Values

Innovation: Continuous development and innovation are in our DNA.

Quality: Production and service at the highest standards.

Reliability: We stand behind our word and our products.

Customer Satisfaction: Our success is measured by the success of our customers.

Sustainability: We carry the responsibility of leaving a livable world for future generations.

 

 

Robotic Entrepreneurship in Türkiye

The establishment of Ara Robotics marked an important turning point in Turkey’s robotic technology ecosystem. While robotic technologies in our country were generally met with imported products, Ara Robotics became one of the rare companies that developed products at international standards with entirely domestic knowledge, resources, and engineering power. This approach has not only created economic added value but also proven that Turkish engineering can produce products of globally competitive quality.

Specialization and Focus Area

Since its inception, Ara Robotics has made a strategic decision to specialize in commercial and industrial floor maintenance robots. This focus is not coincidental; floor maintenance constitutes a multi-billion dollar market worldwide and represents a mature field for automation, especially today when labor costs are rising and expectations for quality and consistency are increasing.

Why Floor Maintenance?

Floor maintenance robots have been a strategic choice for the following reasons:

Repetitive and Predictable Tasks: Floor cleaning is a definable, repetitive, and standardizable process. This creates an ideal application area for robotic automation.

High Labor Costs: Especially in large facilities, floor maintenance is an activity that requires significant labor and time. Robotic solutions have the potential to significantly reduce these costs.

Need for 24/7 Operation: Many facilities (airports, hospitals, manufacturing plants) provide uninterrupted service, and cleaning operations must be performed without disrupting workflow. Robots offer an ideal solution in this regard.

Quality and Consistency: Variations due to the human factor (fatigue, carelessness, absenteeism) can affect cleaning quality. Robots always provide consistent cleaning at the same standard.

Product Philosophy: Design from Scratch

One of Ara Robotics’ most distinctive features is that it develops its products from scratch as original designs. While many competitors modify existing manual machines or make them semi-autonomous for the market, Ara Robotics designs all its robots to be fully autonomous from start to finish.

Integrated Engineering Approach

At Ara Robotics, everything is designed together:

Mechanical Design: The bodies, modular structures, and motion mechanisms of the robots are designed and optimized entirely by our own engineering team.

Electronic Hardware: Control boards, power management systems, and sensor integrations are specially developed.

Software Architecture: The operating system, navigation algorithms, and artificial intelligence models are entirely developed in-house. Instead of using ready-made SLAM libraries, we developed our own localization and mapping algorithms.

User Experience: Our mobile and web applications, user interfaces, and reporting systems are developed according to user-centered design principles.

This integrated approach ensures that every component of our products works in perfect harmony, that problem-solving processes are fast, and that we can continuously improve.

 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Competence

The artificial intelligence systems that serve as the “brain” of our robots are developed entirely by our own R&D team:

Deep Learning Models: We use deep learning models specially trained for object recognition, obstacle classification, and environment understanding.

Reinforcement Learning: Our robots learn optimal cleaning strategies and continuously improve as they gain experience in different environments.

Fleet Learning: When a robot is part of a fleet, it also learns from the experiences of other robots. This can be referred to as a “collective intelligence” approach.

Adaptive Algorithms: Algorithms that can adapt in real time to environmental changes, different floor types, and varying crowd levels.

 

Patented Technologies and Intellectual Property

Ara Robotics’ technological superiority is also confirmed by its patents and design registrations:

Tool-Free Module Replacement System: The mechanical system used in our ARI robot, which allows different cleaning modules to be replaced without any tools, is patented. This system allows a robot to switch from sweeping to washing, and from washing to polishing in minutes.

Water Recovery and Filtration System: Used in the PETEK wall unit, this system cleans dirty water through reverse osmosis and multiple filtration, making it reusable and reducing water consumption by up to 10 times.

Dynamic Localization Algorithm: A localization system that accurately determines the robot’s position even in complex, dynamic environments, operating without GPS.

Floor Quality & Integration Analysis System: A system that can detect floor defects (cracks, color distortions, irregularities) using artificial intelligence cameras and special software.

Multi-Floor Mapping: A system that enables the robot to travel between different floors using elevators and load the correct map on each floor.

 

Sensor Fusion Technology

Ara Robotics has developed an industry-leading sensor package:

  • LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging): Long-range laser sensors for 360° environmental mapping
  • 3D Cameras: Long range vision systems for depth perception and object recognition
  • Ultrasonic Sensors: Close-range obstacle detection
  • ToF (Time of Flight) Sensors: Fast and accurate distance measurement
  • IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit): Motion and position tracking
  • Cliff Sensors: Stair and elevation difference detection
  • Contact Sensors: Physical contact detection and emergency stop
  • Air Quality Sensors: Indoor air quality monitoring

Data from these sensors is combined using advanced sensor fusion algorithms, enabling the robot to understand its surroundings in a 360-degree, multi-layered manner.

 

Product Portfolio: Tailored Solutions for Different Needs

Guided by the philosophy that ‘one size does not fit all,’ Ara Robotics has developed three main product lines optimised for different facility sizes and needs.

 

ARI: Flagship Product and Industry Leader

ARI is Ara Robotics’ groundbreaking, innovation-based first and most advanced product. Designed for airports, large shopping centres, hospitals, universities, production facilities, warehouses and other large commercial areas, this robot represents the pinnacle of fully autonomous floor maintenance solutions.

Capacity and Performance:

  • Cleaning capacity of up to 20,000 m² per day
  • Mapping of up to 100,000 m² in a single session
  • 60-litre clean water tank, 65-litre dirty water tank
  • 100Ah high-capacity battery
  • 3-8 hours of uninterrupted operation (depending on mode)
  • Modular Flexibility: ARI’s most important feature is its patented modular design. On a single robot platform:
  • Dry sweeping module
  • Wet washing module (cylindrical or disc brush options)
  • Mop module
  • Polishing module
  • UVC disinfection module
  • ULV (Ultra Low Volume) misting module
  • Floor scanning and analysis module

can be used, and these can be changed in minutes without tools.

PETEK Wall Unit:
The PETEK wall unit, which provides ARI’s full autonomy:

  • Automatic water filling
  • Automatic dirty water drainage
  • Water recovery and filtration (reverse osmosis system)
  • Automatic brush washing
  • Robot underbody cleaning
  • Hot water option (for more effective cleaning)
  • Automatic charging

Having this unit allows the robot to truly operate in ‘set and forget’ mode.

 

MINI: A small, all-in-one cleaning robot with big capabilities

Designed for facilities such as shops, warehouses, clinics, restaurants and similar premises with areas up to 4,000 m², the MINI is a perfect example of the ‘reaches every corner, fits everywhere’ philosophy.

Key Features:

  • Washing, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping in a single unit
  • 4,000 m² daily cleaning capacity
  • Automatic floor type detection
  • Compact dimensions: 510x520x280 mm
  • Suitable for both carpeted and hard floors
  • Quiet operation (54 dBA)

Smart Floor Adaptation: The MINI’s most important feature is its AI-powered floor sensor. When the robot encounters an absorbent surface such as carpet:

It can only operate in dry cleaning (sweeping), washing or mopping mode.

It can also be used in places without a mains connection with an optional water tank.

Maintenance is very easy, as it can be disassembled and reassembled without tools.

 

SCOOP: Industrial Power Centre

Added to the product range in 2026, SCOOP is a powerful solution developed by Ara Robotics for the industrial segment. It is optimised for warehouses, logistics centres, heavy manufacturing facilities and large areas dealing with coarse dirt.

Industrial Durability:

  • 60 litre bin capacity
  • Heavy-duty components
  • Collection of large debris such as metal particles, shavings, plastic bottles, and pallet pieces
  • IP54 protection class
  • 100,000 m² mapping capacity

For Heavy-Duty Conditions: SCOOP is designed to operate in conditions that would challenge standard commercial robots:

  • High dust density environments
  • Debris and particle density
  • Heavy traffic areas
  • Large open spaces, outdoor-use ability (subject to conditions)
  • 24/7 intensive use

 

Sustainability and Social Responsibility

Ara Robotics takes its environmental and social responsibilities seriously while developing technology.

Environmentally Friendly Design

Water Conservation: Up to 90% water savings with recovery systems
Energy Efficiency: Low energy consumption, optimised charging cycles
Long Life: 5-8 year service life, e-waste reduction
Recycling: End-of-life recycling programme

Social Contribution

Employment of qualified engineers Education: Robotics training programmes, internship opportunities Local Economy: Working with local suppliers

 

Why Ara Robotics?

Ara Robotics is not just a company that manufactures robots. With a fully Turkish engineering infrastructure, it is a technology leader that operates to international quality standards, continuously innovates, is customer-focused, and environmentally conscious.

What makes our company unique is that we develop every detail of our products ourselves, with over 20 years of industry experience, a patent portfolio, a focus on customer satisfaction, and most importantly, a determination to prove that Turkish engineering can create world-class products.

 

🇹🇷 Local and National

Our robots, designed and manufactured entirely in Turkey, support the use of local resources and national independence in technology development.

🔧 Fast Service and Spare Parts

Thanks to our production base in Turkey, we offer the fastest spare parts supply and technical support service.

💡 Continuous Innovation

With our strong R&D team, we continuously improve our products and add new features.

🌱 Sustainability

We offer environmentally friendly solutions with our energy efficiency, water recovery, and long-lasting designs.

🎓 Experienced Staff

We are advancing towards becoming the industry leader with our founders, who have over 20 years of experience in service robots, and our team of expert engineers.

🤝 Customer-Focused Service

We are at your side with 24/7 technical support, comprehensive training programmes, and customisable solutions.

 

At the heart of Ara Robotics’ success lies not only superior products but also exceptional customer support.

Comprehensive Training Programmes

Included with every robot delivery:

  • Basic User Training (1 day): Daily use of the robot, basic settings
  • Advanced User Training (2 days): Map editing, advanced programming, reporting
  • Maintenance Technician Training (1 day): Basic maintenance, part replacement, troubleshooting
  • On-site Application Training: Hands-on training at the facility under real conditions 

24/7 Technical Support

Ara Robotics Call Centre:

  • Support in Turkish, English and local languages
  • 24/7/365 availability
  • Remote connection and troubleshooting (GDPR compliant, authorised)
  • Average response time: 15 minutes
  • First response time: 24 hours (within Turkey) 

Proactive Maintenance System

When robots detect performance issues:

  1. Notify the user
  2. If authorised, automatically notify Ara Robotics
  3. Plan preventive maintenance before the issue becomes critical
  4. Minimise downtime

Fast Spare Parts Supply

Thanks to our production and assembly facility in Turkey:

  • Critical parts within 1-2 business days
  • Standard parts within 3-5 business days
  • Express shipping
    – Extensive service network

Ara Robotics – Türkiye’’s Robotic Power, the World’s Technology Partner

 

Autonomous Maintenance of Commercial and Industrial Floors

Why are commercial/industrial floor maintenance robots important and useful?

Commercial floor maintenance robots are advanced cleaning devices used to optimise cleaning processes, particularly in large and busy work areas. The main benefits provided by these types of floor maintenance robots are as follows:

  1. Efficiency: Robot sweepers can clean large areas quickly, consistently and effectively. Thanks to programmable scheduling and route features, cleaning operations can be performed with minimal human intervention. They can operate 24/7, require very little maintenance, and are equipped with algorithms that protect them from errors, accidents, and malfunctions, resulting in very low downtime and much more efficient operation.
  2. Cost Savings: Floor maintenance robots reduce labour and consumable costs in the short term. They minimise the need for manual cleaning teams, allowing staff to be redirected to other important and perhaps more value-added tasks. Since they are free from human error and problems, there is much less labour loss. The need for security personnel during cleaning outside working hours is also unnecessary when using robots.
  3. Consistency and Quality: Commercial floor cleaning robots provide continuous and consistent cleaning along predetermined routes. They clean to the same standard every time, leaving no room for human error. It is contrary to human nature to be able to focus entirely on work during a standard eight-hour shift, not to mention the need to leave the work environment for different needs and requirements. Robots do not need cigarette breaks, to answer the phone or to chat, so they do not waste time.
  4. Time Savings: As floor maintenance robots are programmable, they can operate 24/7, even outside standard working hours. It is contrary to human nature to be able to focus entirely on work during a standard shift and perform the same task continuously, whereas for a robot, this is already the normal way of working. This allows cleaning tasks to be carried out without disruption, either during or outside working hours.
  5. Health and Safety: They improve the air quality of the working environment by effectively cleaning dust and allergens. Some of our robots also measure and report on floor and indoor air quality, providing additional health measures. Furthermore, they complete tasks without putting people at risk for hazardous chemical or physically demanding cleaning jobs.
  6. Energy Efficiency: Modern floor maintenance robots are designed to be energy efficient. They reduce operating costs thanks to automatic charging and low energy consumption features. They do not require light while working, thus saving on ambient lighting.
  7. Versatility: They can effectively clean various floor types (carpet, hard floors, etc.). They also have a high capacity for collecting different types of dirt and debris. For example, with its patented modular design, ARI adapts to all types of commercial floors, handling many different functions with a single robot. Changing cleaning or maintenance modules is very easy and can be done without tools. MIDI can also clean floors with sweeping, washing and mopping functions simultaneously in a single body.
  8. Easy Management and Monitoring: Floor maintenance robots offer remote management and monitoring capabilities via user interfaces. Users can track, change, direct, and adjust cleaning processes via mobile applications or computers.

These advantages make commercial floor maintenance robots an ideal cleaning solution for hospitals, factories, shopping centres, warehouses, logistics centres, transport hubs, and other large areas.

 

Why is a floor cleaning robot better than a manual (ride-on or push-behind) scrubber?

Although manual cleaning machines have dominated commercial cleaning for many years, floor cleaning robots are new-generation solutions that offer significant advantages over older technology. ARA Robotics products are not just floor cleaning machines, but complete maintenance solutions for all types of commercial floors. A fully autonomous floor cleaning robot offers significant operational and commercial advantages over manual cleaning with a ride-on or push-behind scrubber. Some of these can be listed as follows:

Fully autonomous cleaning

Equipped with advanced dynamic planning and obstacle avoidance features and a market-leading sensor package developed entirely in-house with 360° mapping, ARA Robots can autonomously map your premises and perform floor maintenance without the need for a manual operator. Our robots detect anyone or anything in the environment, stop or go around them, and continuously update cleaning routes to optimise cleaning performance.

All our models feature autonomous charging, returning to their docking stations to recharge when their tasks are complete or their batteries are low. Some of our series can also utilise our wall units, which feature autonomous filling, draining, and brush washing functions.

 

Maximum operating time and productivity

Managing an efficient and cost-effective cleaning operation is a challenging task for any facility manager, especially given the increased labour costs and ongoing risk of illness and absenteeism following the pandemic. ARA Robots are always ready and willing to clean, supporting an operating time of 3-8 hours on a single battery charge, depending on the cleaning type and mode. Our floor-washing robots are equipped with clean and dirty water tanks that can be easily removed by the user. A recycling system activated during operation allows a significant portion of the water used to be reused. Our ARI robot, used for cleaning very large areas, has a 60-litre clean water tank and a 65-litre dirty water tank. When used autonomously in the Petek wall unit, patented recovery systems enable complete filtration, and the water used is reused in significant quantities.

 

Consistent, high-quality cleaning performance

The robots never miss a shift and allow you to choose the cleaning configuration best suited to all your facility’s cleaning needs with cylindrical or disc cleaning head options. All our robots monitor every square metre of every cleaning operation and provide timely, objective performance reports to your desktop, phone or tablet with visual cleaning maps, at-a-glance cleaning quality ratings and, on request, in-depth, detailed information. You can also customise these reports yourself. Some of our series are equipped with devices capable of performing pre/post-maintenance comparisons.

Additionally, you can always monitor your robot or your entire ARA robot fleet via the fleet control panel, where you can view your robots’ online status, location, and the success of each cleaning plan based on the robot and function. Finally, if the floor layout changes seasonally, for cosmetic reasons, or for maintenance, our robots’ maps will be automatically updated. Optimised cleaning schedules are another way our robots ensure continuous improvement in your and your managers’ cleaning operations.

 

Simple setup, easy to use

Thanks to our software and hardware features, derived from our founders’ 20 years of service robot experience, setting up and operating our robots is very straightforward. However, if you still need help, you can take advantage of the special support offered by the Ara Robotics Call Centre team. ARA will monitor the product’s up-to-date status, proper functioning, and your training, guide your team on configuration and operation, and provide advice on cleaning plans specific to your facility. Your staff training will also be provided by ARA Robotics on-site at your facilities.

 

Always connected, always learning and evolving infrastructure

With Wi-Fi, 4G and 5G LTE network support, all our ARA Robots can be monitored and managed in real time by your team, keeping you informed at all times. Changes to cleaning schedules or settings, or location-specific adjustments, can be quickly synchronised via the cloud. Our machine learning-equipped robots will become even more ‘intelligent’ by recognising more objects in different environments, floors and surfaces. Similar to AI-powered driverless vehicles, they learn from other driverless vehicles on the road and perform smarter manoeuvres and maintenance over time.

Safe and secure operation: All our robots are industry leaders with algorithms for adapting to changes in the environment and avoiding obstacles in real time. They are fully equipped to keep the operational environment safe with sensor structures, emergency stop buttons, obstacle detection at every level, and mapping systems that communicate with the user.

 

Performance and productivity insights that benefit your business

Eliminate guesswork about cleaning performance. ARA Robots provide a deep understanding of facility maintenance operations and greater visibility and accountability for cleaning performance, fundamental efficiency data for auditing purposes, or comparisons for other parts of the business.

Want to review or report on metrics? Whether you operate a single robot or a global fleet, you can easily access highly detailed reports for every cleaning operation, including precise efficiency measurements and industry-level coverage maps, and even customise reports to suit your needs.

 

Enhanced brand and customer experience

While ‘connected facility’ or ‘facility automation’ are current industry terms, the technologies driving these developments are often hidden behind the scenes or underestimated. ARA Robotics solidifies its position in the industry by combining an advanced understanding of brand and customer experience with cutting-edge technology. The company supports the engineering excellence of its robotic systems with user-focused designs and high-performance solutions, offering superior experiences to its industrial and commercial customers.

ARA Robotics maximises operational efficiency and reliability with products that integrate advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. This approach enables the company to respond more quickly to customer demands, develop customised solutions, and adapt rapidly to market changes. At the same time, excellent customer service is provided at every stage with a robust technical support infrastructure and remote access solutions. ARA Robotics prioritises continuous product development by integrating user feedback, thereby strengthening customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. This holistic approach reinforces the brand’s leadership in the industry.

 

Can robots clean as effectively as humans?

For floor maintenance, yes—often even better. As human operatives are prone to lapses in concentration during prolonged and repetitive tasks, robots demonstrate significantly superior performance by comparison. Commercial and industrial cleaning robots can achieve cleaning standards equivalent to, or in certain instances surpassing, those of humans in specific areas. However, efficacy depends on factors such as the robot’s design, fitness for purpose, baseline performance, the operating environment, the nature of the cleaning task, and the technological capabilities of the unit.

 

Beyond lower operating costs, what additional benefits do cleaning robots offer?

  • Time efficiency
  • Consistent cleaning quality in repetitive tasks
  • Significant savings on energy and consumables
  • Sustainability regarding natural resources
  • Pre-defined, sustainable performance – no surprises

How will autonomous robots collaborate with human staff?

In all facilities where we have installed and operated systems, we observe a seamless transition of routine and repetitive floor maintenance tasks to robots. Our ARA Robots will undertake arduous and repetitive tasks, whilst human colleagues continue to perform tasks requiring greater nuance and attention to detail across the facility. The reduction in efficiency and diligence associated with fatigue, tedium, and external distractions common in large-scale floor cleaning is not present in robots.

Consequently, it is recommended that existing personnel be redeployed to more ‘human-centric’ tasks that they can perform with greater care and attention. Facility management may assign specific colleagues to manually operate and programme the robot as required. Autonomous floor maintenance robots can work in harmony with human staff to render cleaning and maintenance processes more efficient. This collaboration combines the automation capabilities of robots with human flexibility and creativity. We may detail the ways in which Ara Robotics floor maintenance robots can collaborate with human staff as follows:

  • Strategic Task Segmentation: The robot executes high-volume, repetitive surface maintenance across large areas, whilst human operatives are redeployed to attend to perimeter details, corners, and complex vertical surfaces requiring manual dexterity. 
  • Supervisory Role Transition: Facility staff transition from manual labourers to ‘fleet operators’, responsible for the deployment, consumable management, and simple programming of the units, thereby upskilling the workforce. 
  • Concurrent Safe Operation: Through advanced sensor arrays, the robots navigate safely in close proximity to personnel, enabling simultaneous working patterns where robots and humans share the workspace without risk of collision or operational conflict. 
  • Real-Time Adaptability: Whilst the autonomous unit adheres to a rigorous, pre-defined cleaning protocol to ensure consistency, human staff retain the flexibility to address immediate, unforeseen cleaning requirements (such as sudden spillages) or high-priority zones ad hoc. 
  • Enhanced Productivity: This hybrid workflow maximises total facility throughput, allowing the combined workforce to achieve higher sanitation standards within the same shift duration compared to manual-only operations.

 

Scenarios Requiring Human Intervention

  • Emergency Situations: Robots can issue notifications to human personnel upon encountering an unforeseen issue (e.g., an obstruction or technical malfunction).
  • Challenging Areas: Human operatives may intervene in confined spaces that the robots cannot access or for the treatment of specialised stains.

Integration

  • Robot-Human Synchronisation: Robots can be programmed to align with staff working hours and routines. For instance, they can operate at reduced activity levels during peak footfall periods or execute full cleaning cycles during night shifts when the facility is vacant.

Hybrid Solutions

  • Human-Assisted Robotics: Certain units can be controlled or guided by humans. For example, in a large-scale warehouse, a robot can be remotely directed by an operative to ensure more efficient cleaning coverage.
  • Team Collaboration: Robots and humans can operate concurrently within the same area. For example, while the robot performs floor sweeping, human staff can focus on cleaning tables or shelving units.
  • Robot Coordination (IoT): Non-floor-care robots within the environment can communicate with ARA robots to make navigational decisions and work in tandem. ARA Robotics software is engineered to facilitate communication and data sharing with other robotic systems.

Occupational Health, Safety, and Ergonomics

  • Delegating Strenuous Tasks to Robots: Robots can reduce the physical burden on human staff by utilising heavy equipment such as industrial floor polishers or industrial vacuums. This assists in the prevention of workplace accidents and occupational illnesses.
  • Ergonomic Enhancement: By leveraging robots, human operatives can achieve a more ergonomic working environment through reduced physical exertion. 

Continuous Improvement

  • Feedback Loop: Human staff can facilitate continuous improvement by providing feedback on robotic performance. For instance, they can identify missed areas or specific zones that require more intensive cleaning.
  • Artificial Intelligence and Learning: Certain units can become more intelligent and efficient over time by learning from human interventions.
  • Updates: ARA Robotics provides updates for all active units in line with evolving technology and field requirements, transmitted to robots via Over-the-Air (OTA) updates with the client’s knowledge. The duration and frequency of these updates are subject to the terms of the client agreement.

 

Which questions can autonomous robots help answer?

All ARA Robotics products provide visibility into aspects of your business that are often overlooked or considered subjective, providing quantitative answers to questions such as:

  • Has my facility been cleaned? If so, when?
  • What was the duration of the task?
  • What was the actual square metreage of floor area cleaned?
  • How efficient was the cleaning operation?
  • What was the total water consumption?
  • What brush pressure was applied?
  • Which specific areas of the facility were fully cleaned (or could not be cleaned)?
  • Are there any defects or issues with the flooring?
  • Is there an unexpected air quality issue?
  • What is the air quality map of the facility?

ARA robots are equipped with sensors and measurement instruments to monitor and record significantly more data about themselves and their environment. Our software provides daily answers to these questions and more, for every floor and every cleaning operation. Reports are available for individual units or entire fleets, including efficiency metrics, trend reports, and visual ratings for every cleaning cycle. Naturally, ARA Robotics would be pleased to provide bespoke reporting should you have specific requirements.

 

Environmental Suitability: Where are ARA Robots best deployed?

To achieve optimal efficiency from autonomous robots, you should have large, open areas that require maintenance for at least three hours a day, several days a week. Our floor maintenance robots can clean multiple routes per unit and navigate easily between objects.

They can operate 24/7, excluding periods required for battery charging and the replenishment or drainage of consumables. No human intervention is required to initiate or terminate a cleaning cycle. Please note that our robots cannot ascend or descend ramps with a gradient exceeding 5%. Furthermore, the ARI unit cannot turn in corridors narrower than 100 cm, and the MIDI unit requires at least 50 cm. They cannot traverse vertical height differences exceeding 35 mm. Therefore, these environmental factors must be considered before a final procurement decision is made; ARA Robotics personnel are available to assist with site surveys and recommendations.

 

How capable is the supplier in terms of product development?

ARA Robotics is a dedicated engineering firm that exclusively designs and manufactures surface maintenance and inspection robots. Both founders are pioneers in the mechanics of mobile autonomous navigation and cleaning. ARA Robotics specialises solely in mobile autonomous floor maintenance and develops innovative products with its entire dedicated team.

 

How long does it take to commission the robot once it arrives at the facility?
Immediately. Ara Robotics engineers contact you prior to delivery to assess your operational requirements. As a result, when the robot arrives at your facility, it is almost immediately ready for use. Following the initial mapping process and site inspection, and, where applicable, the installation and connection of the Petek wall unit, you can begin operating your robot without delay.

 

Can autonomous robots operate effectively in environments with people and/or complex conditions?
Yes—provided the robots are equipped with advanced obstacle recognition and avoidance capabilities, such as those found in Ara Robotics products. The sensors, cameras, and perception systems integrated into advanced autonomous mobile robots enable them to operate in a consistent, reliable, and stable manner even in highly complex and dynamic environments. All of our robots are capable of identifying the nature of objects in their path, adjusting or re-planning their routes accordingly, or making the decision to come to a complete stop when required.

Autonomous robots have the potential to operate effectively in environments where people are present or where conditions are complex; however, achieving this requires overcoming a range of technological and engineering challenges. To operate successfully in such environments, robots must accurately perceive their surroundings, rapidly adapt to dynamic changes, and interact safely with humans.

Perception and sensor-processing technologies enable robots to identify objects, obstacles, and people in their environment. This is achieved through the use of cameras, LiDAR, ultrasonic sensors, and other sensing technologies. In complex environments, it is critically important for robots to process this data in real time and to make informed, context-aware decisions.

Artificial intelligence and machine learning enhance robots’ ability to learn and adapt, allowing them to respond more effectively to situations they have not previously encountered. For example, a robot operating in an office environment can predict human movement patterns and plan its navigation path accordingly.

Safety is a critical consideration for autonomous robots that interact with humans. To ensure safe operation without causing harm, safety measures must be incorporated during the design phase. These may include the use of compliant or soft materials, collision detection systems, and emergency stop mechanisms.

In conclusion, it is entirely possible for autonomous robots to operate effectively in human-occupied and complex environments; however, this requires advanced technology, careful engineering design, and continuous development efforts. Ongoing advancements in this field will contribute to robots becoming more widespread, reliable, and practical in everyday commercial use.

 

Do our staff need to receive training to operate the robot? Who will provide the training?
Yes. Your personnel will require training that covers general information about the robots and their basic operational scenarios. Ara Robotics personnel will contact you to understand, review, and assess your specific needs, and will then design a tailored training programme for your staff. The training programme includes the following topics:

Brief overview of the robots
Principles of autonomy
Operational advantages provided by the robots
Introduction to the robot and its functions
Basic maintenance procedures
Usage details
Reporting (to relevant departments)
Actions to be taken in the event of potential issues

During this training, certain basic interface programming steps and preventive maintenance procedures will also be explained. Since the robots are designed to protect their own structure and operating conditions, serious malfunctions are not expected. As long as the basic required procedures are followed, the robots will handle the remaining processes autonomously.

 

How much setup and training does the robot require?
Our robots do not require any training. Our proprietary artificial intelligence software adapts to the environment after the initial exploration and mapping process, enabling increasingly optimised performance over time as floor conditions and spatial layouts evolve.

When ARI is first introduced into the environment, it performs an exploration run and generates an initial rough map. On this map, the user can freely perform actions such as zone segmentation, task sequencing, defining restricted areas and virtual lines, assigning different maintenance operations, and defining multiple floors and maps. All of these configurations are dynamic and can be modified or expanded at a later stage. For example, ARI can map up to 100,000 square metres in a single mapping session.

 

Does operating the robot require our staff to have advanced technical skills?

No. ARA commercial floor maintenance robots are designed to be user-friendly and do not require staff to possess advanced technical skills. Our robots typically feature intuitive user interfaces and easy-to-follow instructions, enabling personnel with basic technical knowledge to operate them effectively. The robots autonomously generate maps, detect and recognise obstacles, manage navigation, and organise maintenance operations independently. Existing staff are only required to perform optional guidance, organise areas to be maintained, and carry out result verification.

 

How and where can I monitor robotic cleaning performance?
ARI is supplied with a purpose-designed user interface that allows the operator to monitor every movement of the robot during maintenance operations. Users can track routes, define no-go lines and areas, assign names, and generate automated reports that are delivered upon task completion. These reports can be provided in standard formats or customised based on specific requirements. Data such as water and detergent consumption, energy usage, cleaned and pending areas, square-metre coverage, and time-based performance metrics can be reviewed in detail within these reports.

 

Do the robots experience more faults than the manual machines we currently use?
On the contrary, they experience significantly fewer faults, primarily because human intervention is removed from the operational process. Robots are designed and programmed to avoid self-damage and to operate in a manner that minimises exposure to potential issues, thereby reducing the likelihood of failures caused by operating conditions. ARA robots, being fully autonomous and free from human usage errors, exhibit very high MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) thresholds. In addition to monitoring environmental operating conditions, each robot continuously monitors its own health status, ensuring that none of its motion or mechanical systems are subjected to damaging conditions.

 

What type of maintenance do these robots require?
Ara Robotics uses mechanical and electronic components of the highest possible quality across all of its robots, resulting in extended operational lifespans. When the Petek wall unit is used in conjunction with ARI, there is no requirement for frequent servicing or maintenance under normal operating conditions. Petek keeps the robot at an optimal charge level, ensures that the operating water is filtered and conditioned, and maintains the brushes and lower chassis in a clean state; therefore, no additional routine maintenance procedures are required.

All technical maintenance activities required to keep your robot optimised and service-ready at all times are planned and managed in accordance with Ara Robotics Service guidelines.

 

What is the expected service life of ARA robots?
The expected service life of our commercial floor cleaning robots typically ranges between 5 and 8 years. This lifespan may vary depending on maintenance practices, as regular servicing and timely repairs can extend operational life, while demanding environments—such as those with excessive dust, debris, or aggressive chemicals—may shorten it.

Proper usage and maintenance are key to maximising the lifespan of these robots. Regular replacement of consumable components, keeping the robot clean, and adhering to the manufacturer’s operating instructions all contribute to achieving the upper end of the expected service life range.

This extended durability is a direct result of our robots being designed and manufactured to operate without causing self-inflicted damage during normal use.

 

How do we load our facility map? How are later changes handled?
 Unlike many other cleaning robots, ARI does not require any manual map uploads. To introduce a new environment to the robot, it is sufficient to place it at any point within the area and issue the “discover” command. ARI will autonomously traverse the entire space and generate the required base map. 

Any physical changes within the operating environment are automatically detected and updated by the robot as they are encountered during operation.

 

There are steps, planters, and flowerbeds in some areas. Do these pose a risk to the robot?
 No. ARI is equipped with highly advanced sensor systems capable of detecting obstacles both at floor level and up to the full height of the robot, and of initiating avoidance behaviours accordingly. Our ground-level sensors detect level differences of less than 20 mm, prompting the robot to stop or to generate an alternative route to avoid the hazard.

Obstacle recognition sensors—and, depending on the robot configuration, vision cameras—detect objects in the robot’s path and enable AI-driven decision-making. Under all circumstances, the robot avoids collisions and does not make contact with such obstacles.

 

Can your robots clean carpeted floors?
Yes. Ara Robotics manufactures fully autonomous floor maintenance robots and modules that use vacuum and brush systems specifically designed for cleaning carpeted areas. Our robots employ a dual-brush system for carpet cleaning: one rubber-bladed brush agitates the carpet fibres to loosen embedded dirt, while the second brush removes debris and directs it towards the vacuum inlet.

Using a dedicated dual main-brush cleaning module designed exclusively for carpet applications, the robots can perform fully autonomous cleaning of both low-pile and high-pile carpeted surfaces.

 

Can your robots operate in outdoor areas?
Unfortunately, not all of them. All of our robots, except Scoop, are designed exclusively for indoor commercial environments and should not be operated outdoors. However, they may be used under controlled conditions in semi-enclosed areas such as covered car parks or canopies, provided these spaces are not directly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, even if the floor structure resembles that of outdoor surfaces.

In such environments, more frequent brush cleaning and equipment maintenance may be required.

 

What type of floor cleaning detergent do you recommend?
ARI and MIDI are equipped with wet floor scrubbing capabilities and can use industry-standard floor cleaning detergents commonly employed in manual scrubber-dryer machines. When performing cleaning operations with robots, we generally recommend using low-foaming or non-foaming detergents only. Excessive foam formation may reduce vacuum fan suction performance.

 

What is the noise level of your robots during operation?
During operation, the maximum ambient noise level of our robots is <60 dBA for ARI and <52 dBA for MIDI. These values are measured at maximum fan power in accordance with the TS EN ISO 9612 standard.

 

Which sectors are most suitable for commercial floor maintenance robots?
The robots can be deployed across a wide range of sectors, including but not limited to:

  • Transit hubs and airports
  • Warehousing and logistics facilities
  • Sports facilities
  • Retail environments and shopping centres
  • Manufacturing plants
  • Educational institutions
  • Healthcare facilities
  • Hospitals
  • Places of worship
  • Shared-use and common areas 

In general, commercial and industrial environments with flat floor areas of 3,000 m² or more are well suited to ARI, while smaller facilities and office environments are more appropriate for MIDI.

 

Do your robots support manual operation?
Absolutely. While all of our robots can navigate and perform maintenance fully autonomously without human intervention, they also offer a manual cleaning mode.

Using manual cleaning settings, operators can guide the robot and easily adjust and monitor parameters such as water flow rate, brush pressure, and vacuum power. Ara Robotics robots are also equipped with a follow-me function, allowing the user to manually guide the robot to a specific location and perform specialised procedures such as spot cleaning. Voice control functionality will be introduced in future updates.

 

What are the mapping and navigation capabilities?
Our artificial intelligence software powers ARI by enabling it to fully understand its operating environment and to maximise cleaning and maintenance performance while minimising human intervention. The Ara Robotics AI Platform delivers significantly higher true autonomous cleaning and disinfection efficiency compared to competing solutions.

ARI can autonomously map areas exceeding 100,000 m² across multiple floors. Within these maps, it can identify and mark obstacles, elevators, doors, different zones, and even escalators.

 

How does the robot automatically navigate complex commercial buildings?
When the robot is deployed in a new facility, the entire area is mapped and a fully customisable cleaning plan is created. At the beginning of each cleaning session, the Ara Robotics AI Platform compares the current appearance of the environment with the original cleaning plan using the onboard sensor suite. The system then determines the most efficient route to maximise cleaning coverage and productivity.

In essence, ARI first recognises its environment and then dynamically determines the optimal route in real time.

Advanced localisation algorithms developed based on thousands of operational hours allow continuous operation even in the most dynamic and challenging environments where off-the-shelf SLAM (Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping) algorithms used by many robotics companies fail. Ara Robotics’ proprietary algorithms result in fewer interruptions and more consistent cleaning performance.

By interpreting long-range LiDAR sensor data and leveraging large, detailed cleaning maps, the AI software achieves location-level awareness, understanding both its immediate surroundings and its broader position within large facilities.

 

The AI Platform equips the robot with unparalleled obstacle avoidance capabilities, enabling it to navigate safely around people and objects. Data collected from multiple sensors is continuously evaluated to ensure the robot can avoid obstacles and safely stop when unexpected obstructions arise.

Unlike semi-autonomous machines that become confused or stop when encountering multiple obstacles, Ara Robotics’ algorithms enable seamless navigation in dynamic environments.

An industry-leading LiDAR, camera, and 3D sensor package provides a continuous stream of data that is analysed by the software algorithms to make informed, real-time decisions. In addition to supporting the AI Platform, this data is also shared with our operations teams—where authorised—to optimise cleaning processes and deliver the highest possible floor maintenance performance.

 

Can your robots detect obstacles and prevent collisions?
Absolutely. The robots are equipped with an advanced array of sensors that enable them to identify any person or object in their path and to navigate safely within your facility.

In autonomous cleaning mode, the robot detects obstacles and, where possible, manoeuvres around them at distances of up to 2 metres. If an obstacle is too large to bypass or approaches closer than 2 metres to the front of the robot, ARI will decelerate, stop, and plan an alternative route around the object. Once the path becomes available—either due to movement of the obstacle or the formation of a new route—ARI automatically resumes operation. (These parameters may vary depending on the application and environment.)

 

What distinguishes your robots’ mapping capabilities from other cleaning robots?
Cleaning robots are generally categorised as either semi-autonomous or fully autonomous.

Semi-autonomous robots rely on a “teach-and-repeat” planning method and can only follow routes explicitly taught by an operator. When environments change—such as the installation of new information displays or the relocation of seating areas—these robots often become disoriented, stop, and require manual intervention. Operators must physically recover the robot and retrain it for the new layout, resulting in time-consuming and non-productive downtime. Given that commercial environments are typically dynamic, this operating model is not ideal.

Our robots operate with full autonomy, meaning they do not require human intervention at any stage under normal operating conditions. Our patented AI-powered obstacle recognition and re-localisation software enables the robot to understand its environment, minimise human involvement, and maximise floor maintenance efficiency.

Our software evaluates data from multiple sensors and reliably performs two core functions through situational awareness and advanced decision-making:

  1. Determining the robot’s position within the environment
  2. Making informed avoidance and rerouting decisions 

As a result, Ara Robotics’ algorithms significantly reduce instances of getting lost, becoming stuck, or requiring support. Compared to teach-and-repeat methods, reliance on local operators is reduced to near zero.

 

How are floor or building cleaning plans created?
Ara Robotics combines advanced technology with human expertise to create effective and efficient cleaning plans, prioritising safety and productivity.

ARI is equipped with multiple sensors, including LiDAR and 3D cameras. Together with software developed by Ara Robotics, these sensors enable the creation of site-specific cleaning plans during initial deployment.

The generated maps and operating plans are shared with facility managers to ensure that all fixed obstacles and potential hazards—such as walls, columns, steps, thresholds, and transparent panels—are accurately defined as no-go zones. Once the initial map is generated, authorised users can define optimal cleaning routes for each area, marking no-go lines, restricted zones, special treatment areas, and advanced cleaning patterns such as 2×/3× passes and zigzag cleaning paths.

 

Can cleaning plans be updated if the floor layout changes?
Absolutely—and automatically. Since our algorithms are fully autonomous and dynamic, any layout change encountered by the robot is instantly detected and incorporated into the existing maps.

The system also supports Wi-Fi, 3G, and 4G LTE connectivity, allowing users to synchronise manual cleaning plan updates when required. In densely populated indoor environments, the robot uses a dedicated LoRa communication network to maintain uninterrupted communication with the Petek wall unit.

All automatically updated maps allow managers to apply markings and modifications as needed.

 

Customer Satisfaction

Ara Robotics manufactures some of the most advanced mobile floor maintenance robots available on the market. By leveraging the connected nature of our robots—designed entirely from the ground up—we aim to deliver long-lasting, reliable, and efficient operation. Whether you operate a single ARI unit or an entire robot fleet, our customer satisfaction programme is designed to support you.

The Ara Robotics Service Plan maximises productivity, reduces downtime, and protects your investment. It includes inspection, calibration, and replacement of all components required to maintain peak performance, including features unique to your advanced robot. Regularly scheduled maintenance and comprehensive inspections extend the robot’s lifespan while ensuring reliable operation and safety.

If the robot detects any performance anomalies and/or early fault indicators during routine operation, it will notify the user and—where permitted under data protection regulations—Ara Robotics. This proactive approach enables potential issues to be identified and addressed before operations are disrupted.

 

What is the Ara Robotics Service Plan?
 The Ara Robotics Service Plan is tailored to the specific needs of your robot and your facilities. All service activities are carried out by Ara Robotics–trained and certified technicians with in-depth knowledge of both the internal and external systems of your robot.

Preventive maintenance is customised to your operational requirements and includes the following benefits:

  • Specialised Service: Maintenance performed by technicians trained and certified by Ara Robotics, familiar with the unique characteristics of our robots. The Service Plan includes proactive inspection, adjustment, and maintenance of all critical features. 
  • Increased Efficiency: Every facility and floor type is different. Where necessary, operational parameters are optimised to ensure fast, uninterrupted, and trouble-free performance with all components operating at peak condition. 
  • Additional Cost Savings: Preventive maintenance reduces the likelihood of costly emergency repairs. Fewer faults mean fewer interruptions. Regular Service Plans offer improved cost predictability and budget control through more favourable pricing for parts and labour. 
  • Peace of Mind: Potential issues are identified before they escalate into emergencies, ensuring uninterrupted operations and allowing management and staff to remain focused on their core responsibilities. 

 

Remote Monitoring and Support

ARI supports secure monitoring and remote control through proprietary software. This functionality is available only with the user’s explicit written consent and in compliance with applicable data protection regulations, and may be accessed solely by authorised support technicians at Ara Robotics Headquarters.

Our Remote Support Unit provides 24/7/365 real-time support, monitoring each ARI robot with a dedicated specialist team. When ARI is online, the service team can observe the robot during operation and analyse incoming data. If an issue arises, experts can intervene remotely to investigate, assist with obstacle navigation, and restore normal operation.

If a problem cannot be resolved remotely, the team will contact local operators, provide guidance, and ensure continuous support. All remote assistance is entirely optional and subject to the user’s written approval. All servers used as hubs are located within Europe and are fully GDPR compliant.

 

How often should the robot be serviced?
Although robots are designed to avoid self-damage and problematic movements—resulting in longer service life and significantly fewer faults—we recommend that ARI undergo regular servicing through a planned maintenance programme to ensure optimal cleaning performance and productivity.

The ARI Service Plan includes detailed inspection, adjustment, and replacement of components subject to heavy wear during cleaning operations. Planned maintenance carried out by Ara Robotics–trained and certified technicians extends the robot’s lifespan and ensures reliable cleaning performance and safe operation.

 

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ARI – General Information

What is the ARI autonomous floor maintenance robot?
ARI is one of the most advanced fully autonomous commercial floor maintenance robots on the market, designed and developed entirely using domestic knowledge, resources, and engineering expertise.

Rather than being an adaptation of outdated or legacy designs, ARI has been engineered from the ground up to deliver industry-leading technology and software, high reliability, and ease of service, all at the highest quality standards.

By taking over time-consuming and repetitive tasks such as commercial floor maintenance, ARI allows your cleaning and maintenance staff to focus on mission-critical and higher value-added activities, thereby increasing overall workforce productivity. In addition to cleaning and maintaining commercial floors, our robots also inspect and report issues related to floor integrity and safety to facility management (FM) teams.

Optionally, using AI-powered cameras and patented floor recognition software, ARI can inspect every square centimetre of commercial flooring for colour degradation, cracks, surface irregularities, pooling, levelling issues, and many other defects. This capability is critical for ensuring visitor, patient, and worker safety in commercial facilities.

ARI can autonomously generate its own maps for facilities of up to 100,000 m², use elevators to change floors, and interact with other robots—including third-party mobile robotic systems from different manufacturers.

ARI can also monitor, analyse, and report indoor air quality during floor cleaning and maintenance operations via patented hardware and software. Indoor air quality is a key factor in creating safe and comfortable working and visiting environments in commercial facilities.

ARA Robotics ARI can clean and maintain up to 20,000 m² per day, operating fully autonomously by using its docking station for refilling, draining, and self-maintenance. The docking station cleans the brushes and the robot’s undercarriage, refills the clean water tank (optionally with heated water), drains dirty water, and recycles it—up to ten times—using a patented reverse osmosis (RO) recycling and disinfection system.

When used together with the ARI wall-mounted unit, Petek, the system operates as a true set-and-forget solution, employing state-of-the-art mechanical and electronic components. It can autonomously generate and maintain its own maps and allows facility managers and users to tailor and modify daily operational routines according to their specific needs.

ARI is an indispensable solution for smart cities, conservation of natural resources, advanced robotic autonomy, workforce optimisation, and repetitive task automation.

 

How does ARI perform floor maintenance?

ARI is designed to clean both hard and soft floor surfaces using a wide range of cleaning settings and configurations. By utilising different modules, floors and surrounding areas can be swept, scrubbed, polished, or disinfected.

ARI dispenses clean water and detergent solution from its 60-litre (16-gallon) tank and scrubs floors using either twin cylindrical brushes or dual disc brushes, depending on the model. Dirt collected via the squeegee system is filtered to prevent dust or grit from being redeposited onto the floor and, where possible, is reused to conserve natural resources.

When the autonomous cradle Petek is used, dirty water is transferred to a dedicated compartment upon docking and processed through a recycling unit equipped with a reverse osmosis system. The treated water is then stored for reuse. Optionally, the wall unit can preheat the clean water before use.

For dry floor cleaning (sweeping), two cylindrical brushes rotating in opposite directions are used. The front brush agitates the floor surface to loosen dust and debris, while the rear main brush lifts the particles and prepares them for vacuum extraction. ARI’s powerful vacuum system ensures that all debris is removed from the floor and stored in the waste container.

 

How do I decide which accessories are required for my facility?

This decision depends on your floor types and specific operational requirements.
 If you have carpeted areas, a basic brush and vacuum set is required.
For hard floors, a floor scrubbing unit and associated tanks are necessary. These can be supplied with either 500 mm cylindrical brushes or 660 mm dual disc modules, along with clean water and grey water tanks.

Thanks to ARI’s patented modular system, a wide range of tool-free interchangeable modules is available. Optional modules include floor mopping, floor disinfection, UVC (lamp) or ULV (fogging) disinfection, floor inspection, and defect detection. These modules can be purchased and deployed as required.

How are modules changed? Are any tools required?

No tools are required to change modules on ARI. This is a patented Ara Robotics system. All modules and tanks can be removed and installed without tools, quickly and easily, typically within minutes.

ARI automatically recognises the newly installed module and switches to the appropriate operating programme.

 

What physical conditions are required for installation? What preparation is needed?

  • Flat flooring: ARI operates efficiently on surfaces with slopes of up to 4%. Short ramps can be negotiated, depending on the installed module.
  • Electrical supply: 220V AC power is required for charging and data transfer.
  • Water supply and drainage: Clean mains water for washing operations and a drain connection for dirty water discharge (floor-level drainage is preferred).
  • Internet connection: Required for monitoring robot activity, remote control (when authorised), and transferring maps and reports to users.
  • Static installation area: A designated space for the wall unit used for charging and drainage, and for storing the robot when not in use. The initial manoeuvring space required for the robot to exit the dock is 300 × 200 cm. 

 

Energy Efficiency

ARI operates using a custom-built 100 Ah rechargeable battery, available in Li-ion, LiFePO₄, PbO, or LiPo variants, depending on customer preference. Charging and discharging cycles are fully autonomous and calibrated to keep the battery continuously optimised.

Under normal conditions, the battery charges within 2–2.5 hours and provides a minimum of 4 hours of operation, allowing up to four cycles per day.

When battery charge decreases and the robot returns to its dock, ARI charges only enough to complete the remaining task before resuming operation. This prevents unnecessary downtime and improves overall efficiency.

Similarly, ARI detects floor conditions and generates only the required level of vacuum power, resulting in high energy efficiency as well as quieter operation, contributing to a more environmentally friendly and occupant-friendly working environment.

 

What is ARI’s operating time between charges?

Operating time varies depending on the cleaning plan, selected settings, installed modules, floor condition, and environmental congestion. Typical operating time ranges from 3 to 4 hours.

  • Approximately 4 hours at maximum vacuum fan power
  • Up to 8 hours when operating in mop-only mode

A full charge from 15% to 100% is achieved in approximately 2.5 hours.

How can I maximise cleaning time with ARI?

By making minor layout optimisations within the facility, it is possible to enable faster and more uninterrupted robot movement, resulting in improved cleaning efficiency.

These adjustments allow ARI’s maps to become more optimised, with fewer turns, longer straight paths, and more efficient route utilisation.

 

Does ARI monitor water tank levels?

Yes. Although ARI operates fully autonomously when used with Petek, it is equipped with sensors that notify the user when it is time to refill the solution tank or empty the grey water tank.

Clear notifications and simple instructions are displayed on the touchscreen interface. ARI also monitors contamination levels in the grey water tank to regulate filtration speed during the recycling process.

 

Which floor surfaces are best suited for ARI?

ARI is designed to clean the following commercial floor surfaces:

  • Ceramic tiles
  • Concrete (polished, unpolished, tiled)
  • Epoxy
  • Granite
  • Limestone (honed)
  • Linoleum and Marmoleum
  • Marble
  • Industrial hard floors
  • Stone carpet
  • Terracotta
  • Terrazzo & travertine
  • Vinyl and vinyl composite tiles (VCT)
  • Low- and medium-pile carpets
  • Cork 

How much storage and parking space does the robot require?

Our robots can be stored in two configurations:

Wet operation (scrubbing or mopping):

  • Manual filling and drainage: Only a charging unit is required. A wall-supported space of 30 × 50 × 30 cm (D × W × H) is sufficient. 
  • Fully autonomous operation: The Petek wall unit requires 40 × 100 × 120 cm (D × W × H), along with water supply, drainage, and a 220V power connection. 

Robot dimensions:

  • ARI robot dimensions: 90 × 80 × 70 cm (D × W × H) 
  • ARI + Petek combined docking footprint: 130 × 100 × 120 cm (D × W × H)
     When ARI leaves the dock, the Petek unit automatically closes its platform and returns to its compact storage configuration. 

Dry operation (sweeping only):

  • Only manual operation is available. A wall-supported charging unit with 40 × 50 × 50 cm (D × W × H) space is sufficient.

In all configurations, an initial manoeuvring area of 300 × 200 cm is required for the robot to safely exit the charging dock.

 

Scoop – General Information 


 What is the Scoop autonomous ground maintenance robot?

Scoop is a powerful autonomous floor care robot specifically designed for large industrial areas struggling with spills, depolarisation, logistics centres, and coarse dirt. Thanks to its high-capacity sweeping and collection systems and its structure that can withstand heavy-duty conditions, it offers maximum performance in demanding industrial environments.

 

How does Scoop maintain the floor?

Scoop is equipped with powerful cleaning systems designed for the specific needs of industrial environments:
High-Capacity Sweeping: Effectively collects large particles, heavy dirt, and industrial debris with wide sweeping heads and a powerful vacuum system.

 

Durable Construction: With heavy-duty components and a robust body structure, it ensures long-lasting use in demanding industrial conditions.

 

Large Capacity: Thanks to its spacious 60 liter waste bin it minimises the need for frequent emptying and offers uninterrupted long-term operation.

 

Powerful Battery: Provides 6 hours of continuous operation with a high-capacity battery system.

 

Smart Navigation: ARA Robotics’ advanced artificial intelligence algorithms enable safe and efficient navigation in complex warehouse and production areas.

 

What are the most suitable use cases for Scoop?

Scoop is ideal for the following industries and applications:
● Logistics Centres and Warehouses: Fast and effective cleaning of large open areas
● Manufacturing Facilities: Cleaning industrial spills and heavy dirt
● Airport Hangars: Maintenance of large indoor spaces
● Construction Sites: (Indoor areas) Post-construction cleaning
● Heavy Industry Facilities: Collection of metal shavings, sawdust, and heavy particles
● Automotive Manufacturing Facilities: Cleaning of large production areas

Technical Specifications of Scoop:
● Sweeping Width: 1200 mm
● Bin Capacity: 60 litres
● Battery Capacity: 50Ah LiFePO4
● Operating Time: 6+ hours (depending on ground conditions)
● Charging Time: 3 hours
● Maximum Speed: 1.0 m/s
● Mapping Capacity: 100,000 m²
● Noise Level: <58 dBA
● Threshold Height Overcome: 40 mm
● Maximum Slope: 5%
● Autonomous dumping and charging
● Autonomous emptying and bagging (optional) The optionally available Scoop autonomous dumping and bagging unit can independently empty all collected parts, debris, dirt, and dust into a bag.


Warranty and Support:
Like all ARA Robotik products, Scoop comes with comprehensive warranty and technical support services. For detailed information, you can contact Ara Robotics.

 

Additional Information and Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is the warranty period for robots?

ARA Robotik offers a standard comprehensive warranty on all its products, depending on the country based regulations.
Warranty coverage:
● All mechanical and electronic components
● Battery system (when capacity drop exceeds 20%)
● Software updates
● Sensor and navigation systems
Extended warranty packages are also available optionally.
The warranty is valid under normal usage conditions and becomes void in cases of user error, physical damage, or unauthorised intervention.

 

Is there an option for renting or leasing?

Yes, ARA Robotics offers flexible financing solutions:
Operational Leasing: You can use your robot with fixed monthly payments and benefit from maintenance and service.

Financial Leasing: With the option to acquire ownership of the robot at the end of the lease term.

Short-Term Rental: Flexible rental options for seasonal or project-based use.

For detailed information and special offers, you can contact our sales team.

 

How long does it take to get spare parts?

ARA Robotik, as a domestic manufacturer in Türkiye, provides rapid spare parts supply:
● Critical parts: In stock, delivery within 1-2 business days
● Standard parts: Delivery within 1-2 business days
● Special parts: Delivery within 7-10 business days

An express shipping option is available for emergencies.
Thanks to our extensive spare parts network, we provide fast service outside of Türkiye as well.

 

How many people are needed to manage the robots?

ARA Robots require minimal personnel because they are extremely user-friendly:
For a Single Robot: ● 1 person is sufficient for basic use and daily checks.
● 15-30 minutes of weekly maintenance time.
● No advanced technical knowledge is required.

 

For a Robot Fleet (3-10 robots):
● 1 fleet manager can centrally control all robots.
● 1-2 additional people are sufficient for field support.
● All robots can be monitored from a single screen using the central control panel.

 

Training:
● Basic user training: ½ day
● Advanced training: ½ day
● Maintenance training: ½ day

Can robots communicate with each other?
Yes, with ARA Robotik’s advanced fleet management system:
● Robots communicate with each other to optimise their working areas.
● Robots working in the same area operate safely with collision avoidance protocols.
● Task distribution is automatically optimised.
● Coordination of all robots is provided through a central server.
● Integration with mobile robots of different brands (AGV, AMR) is possible.

What happens in case of a power outage?

Our robots are safely designed against power outages:
● There are no issues as the robot operates on its current battery during operation.

  • If the robot is on its way to the wall unit when the power goes out, it allows the robot to park safely.
  • The latest location and task information is saved.
  • When the power comes back on, it can continue from where it left off.
    ● Using a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) is recommended.

    Can robots use elevators?

Yes, our ARI robots are capable of using elevators:
● Standard protocols for elevator integration are supported.

  • Technical support from the elevator manufacturer and written approval from relevant institutions are required.
  • The robot calls the elevator, checks if it’s suitable inside, enters, and goes to the desired floor.
    ● Human priority is ensured with safety sensors.
  • Autonomous operation is possible on multiple floors.
  • Additional hardware may be required for elevator integration (depending on the elevator control system).

    Does the ambient temperature affect robot performance?

ARA Robots can operate in a wide temperature range:
● Optimal operating temperature: 10°C – 35°C
● Operating temperature range: 5°C – 40°C
● Battery performance may decrease below 5°C
● Above 40°C, the cooling system activates and performance is maintained
● Special precautions may be required in high humidity environments (85%+)

Can robots work on wet floors?
Our robots are equipped with wet floor detection systems:
● Lightly damp floors are not a problem
● Safety protocols are activated in excessively wet or waterlogged areas
● When the robot detects wet floors, it can skip that area or switch to a different mode
● Sweeping mode should not be used on wet floors
● When the washing module is used, wet floors are natural and do not cause problems.

 


Can special cleaning chemicals be used?

Yes, but according to our recommendations:
● Non-foaming or low-foaming pH-neutral detergents are recommended.
● Chemicals containing aggressive acids or bases can damage robot components.
● Special disinfection solutions can be used (after approval).
● Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) should be reviewed for chemical compatibility.
● A list of ARA Robotics-approved cleaning chemicals is available.

 

Can robots work at night?
Absolutely, in fact, it’s recommended:
● Robots can work in the dark, they don’t need light
● Night work minimises human traffic
● Can be charged during off-peak energy hours
● Doesn’t cause disturbance because noise levels are low
● Automatic night work can be programmed with scheduling features

How is GDPR and data security ensured?

ARA Robotik places great importance on data security and privacy:
● All data is stored and transmitted encrypted.
● Our servers are located in Türkiye & Europe and are fully GDPR compliant.
● Camera recordings are used for navigation only and are not stored. We do not direct our cameras above floor level.
● User data is not shared with third parties.
● Full compliance with the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) is ensured.
● Optional data anonymisation features are available.
● Remote access is only granted with user consent.

 

Communication and Support 24/7 Technical Support
Our ARA Robotics Customer Service team is ready to serve you:
● Phone: [Contact number]
● Email: clean@ararobotics.eu
● Web: www.ararobotics.eu
● Emergency Line: Active 24/7

Sales and Information
To get detailed information about our products and request a demo:
● Email: clean@ararobotics.eu
● Phone: [Sales number]
● Demo Request: You can create a request through the online form

 

As Türkiye’s leading floor care robot manufacturer, ARA Robotik offers the most advanced, reliable, and efficient solutions for your commercial and industrial facilities. With our domestic production strength, strong R&D infrastructure, and customer-focused service approach, we continue to make a difference in the industry.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us to learn more about our robots, request a demo, or discuss customised solutions for you.

 

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