en.Wedoany.com Reported - Pudu Robotics, in collaboration with its authorized regional distributor Robobee, announced a strategic partnership with Denner, a Swiss discount supermarket chain and subsidiary of the Migros Group, to deploy 200 PUDU CC1 four-in-one cleaning robots across Denner's store network, with deployment commencing in fall 2025. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and improve in-store customer experience as part of Denner's modernization project.
Felix Zhang, founder and CEO of Pudu Robotics, stated that this deployment stems from Denner's clear need to maintain hygiene standards and reduce cleaning burdens while expanding its fresh produce offerings. He noted that the expansion from a pilot in four stores to large-scale deployment demonstrates the reliability and operational value of robotics technology in retail environments.
Dario Himmelsbach, CEO of Robobee, emphasized that achieving stable robot operation in complex retail environments is a key challenge, rather than merely selling equipment. He stated that Robobee adapted the technology based on Denner's needs and applied "Swiss finishing" to ensure project success, making the robots suitable for every third Denner store.
Denner's adoption of autonomous cleaning technology is driven by the increased daily cleaning workload resulting from the expansion of its fresh food categories. A pilot project launched a year ago in four stores demonstrated that the PUDU CC1 robot can efficiently handle cleaning tasks, with its compact size suitable for deployment during business hours. Christian Staub, Head of Sales at Denner, stated that hygiene is crucial in supermarket environments, and the robots are designed to alleviate employee workloads, allowing staff to dedicate more time to customer service and product maintenance.
Nihad Zoronjic, Manager at Denner, pointed out that the advanced engineering design and high-end aesthetics of the PUDU CC1 align with the brand's innovative image, and its autonomous functions help improve cleaning frequency and quality. He mentioned that the superior manufacturing quality and advanced engineering of the PUDU CC1 were key factors in the collaboration. Robobee provided on-site support, including project coordination, employee training, and ongoing technical maintenance, ensuring smooth deployment.
In addition to the CC1 series, Pudu Robotics' cleaning robot portfolio includes the PUDU MT1 series for large-area dry cleaning and the AI-native large scrubber robot PUDU BG1 series for large retail stores, warehouses, and parking lots, covering scenarios such as retail, industrial, and warehousing. The PUDU CC1 demonstrates several advantages in retail operations: it can clean 2,000 square meters using only 15 liters of water, whereas traditional manual cleaning typically requires over 100 liters; its cleaning efficiency is more than doubled, reducing repetitive labor; and it is equipped with smart connectivity features supporting real-time monitoring and automatic scheduling, minimizing manual intervention.
Alexander Rauch of Denner's management team reported that the robots have effectively supported employees in achieving efficient and safe cleaning, enhancing brand image and operational efficiency. To address challenges posed by naturally mineral-rich water in Europe, Pudu also developed a dedicated software mode to prevent limescale buildup, ensuring stable equipment operation.
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