CLIENT OVERVIEW
Our client is a well-established auto service company in Romania, with over 30 years of experience and two operational centers. Their comprehensive services include:
- ● Vehicle repair and maintenance (mechanics, diagnostics, painting)
- ● ITP (periodic technical inspection)
- ● Wheel alignment and ADAS calibration
- ● Tire services (vulcanization), towing, and car rental
The service centers operate 6 days a week, managing a high volume of clients throughout the year.
INITIAL SITUATION
The nature of automotive work generated constant dirt, dust from mechanical activity, debris and mud from vehicles entering and exiting, and more. Although the company had staff assigned to cleaning duties, manual cleaning was difficult to keep up with.
High activity levels meant that dirt accumulated quickly, impacting the visual cleanliness, workplace safety, and overall operational efficiency.
Key pain points included:
- ● Frequent interruption of technicians’ tasks to clean work areas
- ● Time lost between service transitions
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Difficulty maintaining consistent cleanliness in
high-traffic zones
THE SOLUTION
To improve cleaning efficiency and reduce the manual workload, Robot Industries proposed implementing the Pudu CC1, our industrial-grade autonomous floor cleaning robot.
Key Features of the Pudu CC1:
- ● Cleaning capacity: 700–1000㎡/h
- ● 4-in-1 cleaning system: sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, vacuuming
- ● Advanced navigation, using LIDAR-based SLAM mapping for accurate path planning
- ● Low noise level, ideal for indoor work environments
Michelini selected the Pudu CC1 based on its flexibility, coverage, and the ability to run on preset routines outside working hours.
IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS
The robot was configured to focus on sweeping and scrubbing during the day, and full cleaning cycles during the night shift or weekends. The deployment included:
- ● Mapping of both workshops using the robot’s built-in sensors
- ● Definition of cleaning zones: mechanical bay, reception area, painting booth
- ● Programming a cleaning schedule with daily tasks during and after business hours
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Training for a staff member to supervise and
monitor usage via the mobile app
RESULTS AFTER IMPLEMENTATION
The Pudu CC1 led to immediate and measurable improvements in workshop operations:
- Reduced cleaning time: Staff focus shifted to core repair and diagnostic work, significantly boosting productivity
- Consistent cleanliness: Uniform results across all areas, regardless of traffic or activity levels
- Optimized resource usage: Smart path planning reduced water and detergent consumption, contributing to sustainable operations
Staff morale improvements included:
- Technicians could focus on primary tasks, improving service efficiency
- Clients experienced cleaner, safer, and more organized spaces, enhancing trust and overall impression
By introducing the Pudu CC1 through the solutions implemented by Robot Industries, our client, Michelini Auto Services, took a major step toward digitizing operations and eliminating low-value manual work. In a field where every minute counts, freeing up time for technicians resulted in better service quality and increased customer satisfaction.
This case demonstrates how even in traditional sectors like auto maintenance, automation is accessible, affordable, and scalable—especially for businesses looking to grow without increasing labor overhead.
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Automated Cleaning with the Pudu CC1 Robot