New GUIDE to AUTONOMOUS CLEANING MACHINES for Professional Use
- Segreteria AFIDAMP
- Sep 6
- 2 min read
A complete, practical, and informative tool to support the responsible adoption of autonomous technologies in professional cleaning.
Technological innovation in the professional cleaning sector has led to the development of increasingly advanced autonomous machines, designed to improve operational efficiency, ensure operator safety, and reduce environmental impact. To explore and deepen this rapidly evolving field, AFIDAMP — through its “Autonomous Machines” Focus Team — has created a comprehensive Guide aimed at all stakeholders in the professional cleaning supply chain: from equipment manufacturers and distributors to end users.
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“With this guide,” explains Stefania Verrienti, AFIDAMP Executive Director, “we want to provide decision-makers in cleaning companies and end users with a practical, complete tool to understand the opportunities offered by automation. The goal is to facilitate the transition toward innovative technologies that boost productivity, guarantee high hygiene and safety standards, and minimize environmental impact.”
The Guide offers an updated and in-depth overview of the technologies currently available on the market, with particular attention to regulatory requirements, safety practices, and social and environmental impacts. It is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific aspect. It begins with an analysis of the main types of professional machines — such as scrubber dryers, sweepers, and vacuum cleaners — highlighting their ability to automate repetitive tasks and optimize resources. It then explores navigation technologies and control systems that make autonomous operations possible, including the use of advanced sensors, navigation software, and reporting tools.
The Guide also examines the broader implications of introducing autonomous machines, analyzing both the social and professional impacts as well as regulatory aspects, with a focus on workforce management and the upskilling required by this technological transformation.
Stefano Grosso, Coordinator of the “Autonomous Machines” Focus Team, concludes:“Automation should not be seen as a threat to employment, but as an opportunity to improve working conditions and raise the professionalism of operators. This guide is designed to support that transition, providing concrete guidance on the skills needed and the best operational practices to adopt.”
HOW TO DOWNLOAD YOUR GUIDE
The Guide to Autonomous Cleaning Machines for Professional Use is part of AFIDAMP’s ongoing training and development initiatives and can be downloaded by completing a short questionnaire.
