Soeffge Innovates Mall Cleaning with Robotic Technology at Bremen Waterfront Mall

Keeping high-traffic areas spotless can be challenging, especially in busy shopping centres where cleanliness is essential to customer experience. Soeffge, a leading facilities management company, has taken a forward-thinking approach to this challenge at Bremen Waterfront Mall by deploying Tennant’s T16AMR autonomous scrubber.

Meeting modern cleaning demands

With a vast floor area of 12,000 square meters and a constant flow of shoppers, Bremen Waterfront Mall needed an innovative and non-disruptive solution. Traditional cleaning methods struggled to keep up with the dynamic environment and seasonal dirt buildup. Soeffge’s adoption of the T16AMR, Tennant floor cleaning robot equipped with advanced AI-powered BrainOS^®, has enabled efficient and consistent cleaning even during peak times, offering a tailored solution for the mall’s unique demands.

Automation in action: how the T16AMR cleaning robot enhances mall maintenance

The T16AMR brings several advantages to the mall’s maintenance routine, improving both operational efficiency and the shopping experience. Here’s how this technology has made an impact:

• Enhanced staff efficiency: By handling routine floor cleaning autonomously, the T16AMR allows staff to focus on high-contact surface sanitisation and other high-value tasks, addressing the strain of staff shortages.

• Quiet, safe, and aligned with sustainability goals: Operating at a low noise level of 71 decibels, the T16AMR minimises disruption to shoppers, while its ec-H2O NanoClean^® technology reduces chemical use, aligning with Soeffge’s sustainability goals.

• Data-driven results: With the BrainOS^® Mobile app, Soeffge’s team gains real-time insights into cleaning performance, ensuring consistent and trackable results.

Herr Boris Soeffge, who leads the company, emphasised the value of innovation in facilities management, saying:

“We view the cleaning robot as a cobot, with its ability to support and make things easier for our human workforce. Being able to achieve our goal of 300 days cleaning a year from one machine is remarkable.”

Seamless integration and positive reception

Thanks to Tennant’s support and the T16AMR’s user-friendly “Teach and Repeat” programming, integration into the mall’s daily operations was smooth. The machine’s dual operation modes provide flexibility for both autonomous and manual use, adapting to various cleaning needs. Shoppers and mall management have responded positively, recognising the improved cleanliness and the innovative approach Soeffge brings to facility management.

Looking to the future

Soeffge’s successful deployment at Bremen Waterfront sets a benchmark for what robotic cleaning machines can achieve in public spaces. With plans to expand this solution to other locations, Soeffge is poised to continue its commitment to innovation and excellence in cleaning.

The path forward

Autonomous cleaning isn’t just about efficiency; it’s about empowering staff, enhancing customer satisfaction, and meeting sustainability goals. For facilities managers across Europe, the Soeffge case study illustrates how Tennant’s autonomous cleaning solutions can transform maintenance and set new standards in cleanliness and efficiency.

To see the impact of robotic cleaning in action, read the full case study.

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