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We assess floor, route and schedule.\"}}]}<\/script>\n<div class=\"product-breadcrumb-bar\"><nav class=\"shell product-breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><a href=\"\/en\/\">Home<\/a><span>\u203a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/knowledge-base\/\">Knowledge base<\/a><span>\u203a<\/span><strong>Scrubbing robots explained: autonomous wet cleaning<\/strong><\/nav><\/div>\n<article id=\"article-content\" class=\"knowledge-article\"><header class=\"knowledge-article-header\"><div class=\"shell knowledge-article-header-inner\"><div class=\"eyebrow\"><span><\/span> Guide<\/div><h1>Scrubbing robots explained: autonomous wet cleaning<\/h1><p>A scrubbing robot scrubs the floor wet on its own and vacuums up the dirty water. This gives an even result without an operator behind the machine.<\/p><\/div><\/header><div class=\"shell knowledge-article-layout\"><aside class=\"knowledge-article-aside\" aria-label=\"In this article\"><strong>In this article<\/strong><ol><li>How does a scrubbing robot work?<\/li><li>Filling and emptying water<\/li><li>What is a scrubbing robot suited for?<\/li><li>Limits and points of attention<\/li><\/ol><\/aside><div class=\"knowledge-article-body\"><p class=\"article-lead\">A scrubbing robot is an autonomous scrubber-dryer. Like a sweeping robot it builds a map with sensors and runs pre-set routes, but it cleans wet. It is used in shops, warehouses, corridors and other large, relatively open floors that need regular wet cleaning.<\/p><section><span class=\"article-step\">01<\/span><h2>How does a scrubbing robot work?<\/h2><p>The robot applies cleaning solution, scrubs the floor and vacuums up the dirty water. A map and sensors guide route and obstacle avoidance.<\/p><ul><li>Clean- and dirty-water tank<\/li><li>Brush or pad and squeegee<\/li><li>Map, routes and scheduling<\/li><li>Automatic or manual charging<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section><span class=\"article-step\">02<\/span><h2>Filling and emptying water<\/h2><p>As with a normal scrubber-dryer, tanks must be filled and emptied. Plan where this happens, as it determines how independently the robot works in practice.<\/p><ul><li>Location for water and drain<\/li><li>Tank size and runtime<\/li><li>Who fills and empties, and when<\/li><li>Cleaning agent and dosing<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section><span class=\"article-step\">03<\/span><h2>What is a scrubbing robot suited for?<\/h2><p>It works best on fixed, predictable routes with a floor that tolerates water. Compact models, such as our microbots, suit smaller spaces like offices and shops.<\/p><ul><li>Shops and showrooms<\/li><li>Warehouses and corridors<\/li><li>Fixed routes and fixed times<\/li><li>Smooth or sealed floors<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section class=\"article-callout\"><h2>Rule of thumb<\/h2><p>A scrubbing robot fits if you need to clean wet on fixed routes and can fill and empty tanks practically. A demo and site analysis show whether the organisation around the robot works.<\/p><\/section><section><span class=\"article-step\">04<\/span><h2>Limits and points of attention<\/h2><p>Edges, corners and obstacles may need manual work. Wet zones must be clearly marked. Carpet and floors that are not water resistant are unsuitable.<\/p><ul><li>Edges and corners sometimes manual<\/li><li>Wet-floor warning<\/li><li>Floor must tolerate water<\/li><li>Pre-sweep if there is a lot of coarse debris<\/li><\/ul><\/section><section><h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2><h3>What is the difference between a sweeping robot and a scrubbing robot?<\/h3><p>A sweeping robot picks up dry debris. A scrubbing robot cleans wet and vacuums up the dirty water.<\/p><h3>Does someone have to refill water?<\/h3><p>Usually yes: tanks must be filled and emptied. Plan this into your process beforehand.<\/p><h3>Which models do you offer?<\/h3><p>Our online range of scrubbing robots is being updated. Contact us for current availability and advice. Compact robots can be found under microbots.<\/p><h3>Can I test first?<\/h3><p>Yes, via a no-obligation demo. We assess floor, route and schedule.<\/p><\/section><section><h2>At DR Reinigingstechniek<\/h2><p>See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/robots\/scrubbing-robots\/\">scrubbing robots<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/robots\/microbots\/\">microbots<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/robot-demo-request\/\">request a demo<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/contact\/\">get in touch<\/a> for current options.<\/p><\/section><section><h2>Related guides<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/sweeping-robots-explained\/\">Sweeping robots explained: autonomous sweeping for warehouses and industry<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/hybrid-automation-sweeping-and-scrubbing-robot\/\">Hybrid automation: using a sweeping robot and a scrubbing robot together<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/scrubber-dryers-explained\/\">Scrubber-dryers explained: how they work, types and how to choose<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/cleaning-technology-explained\/\">Cleaning machines and robots explained<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/section><section class=\"knowledge-article-cta\"><div><span>Need personal advice?<\/span><h2>Discuss your application with a specialist<\/h2><p>We help you choose the right type of machine or robot for your floor, area and schedule.<\/p><\/div><div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/contact\/\" class=\"button button-primary\">Book a consultation <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dr-reinigingstechniek.eu\/en\/calculator\/\" class=\"button button-secondary\">Calculate your savings<\/a><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<section class=\"trust-strip\" aria-label=\"26 years of experience\"><div class=\"shell trust-grid\"><div class=\"trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10Z\"><\/path><path d=\"m9 12 2 2 4-5\"><\/path><\/svg><div><strong>26 years of experience<\/strong><span>Family business with expertise<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M14.7 6.3a4 4 0 0 0-5-5l2.1 2.1-2.4 2.4-2.1-2.1a4 4 0 0 0 5 5L5 16l-2 4 4-2 7.7-7.7Z\"><\/path><\/svg><div><strong>Service in our own workshop<\/strong><span>Mechanics, electronics and R&amp;D<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"trust-item\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"m21 8-9 5-9-5 9-5 9 5Z\"><\/path><path d=\"m3 8 9 5 9-5v9l-9 5-9-5V8Z\"><\/path><path d=\"M12 13v9\"><\/path><\/svg><div><strong>Available immediately<\/strong><span>New and refurbished stock<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home\u203aKnowledge base\u203aScrubbing robots explained: autonomous wet cleaning Guide Scrubbing robots explained: autonomous wet cleaning A scrubbing robot scrubs the floor wet on its own and vacuums up the dirty water. 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