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facadeBRUSH v-line at IKEA

Cleaning of an IKEA building facade with the facadeBRUSH v-line cleaning robot

Facade cleaning made easy: The facade cleaning device in use at IKEA Karlsruhe

Even if the facade of the 20,000 square meter IKEA in Karlsruhe, with its dark blue, the white edge at the top, and the memorable yellow, does not show it, weathering and exhaust fumes leave their mark. The new building from 2020 is exposed to the elements, which leads to visible soiling over time.

The challenge of facade cleaning

Therefore, the company Schneider Fassaden, which was responsible for the outer skin of the building (4,000 square meters of glass facade and 16,000 square meters of metal facade), decided to put the cleaning out to tender. Manual cleaning of such a large area would not only be extremely time-consuming, but also costly and challenging to implement.

This is where the facade cleaning device comes into play: The perfect application for the facadeBRUSH v-line from hyCLEANER model, which was specially developed for large facades.

What is a facade cleaning device?

A facade cleaning device is a special machine for cleaning building exterior walls, especially glass and metal facades. These devices replace or support manual cleaning by working more efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.

How does a facade cleaning device work?

  • It uses water, brushes, and sometimes detergents to remove dirt such as dust, exhaust fumes, algae, or bird droppings.
  • Some devices work fully automatically or are operated by remote control.
  • They can be attached to facade lifts, cranes, or rope systems.
  • Some models, such as the hyCLEANER facadeBRUSH v-line, are designed for large areas.

Advantages of a facade cleaning device

  • Time-saving: Large facades can be cleaned faster than by hand.
  • Cost-efficient: Reduces labor costs and minimizes the use of expensive cleaning agents.
  • Safety: Workers do not have to move manually at dangerous heights.
  • Environmentally friendly: Many devices use little water and no chemicals.

Application areas of facade cleaning devices

Facade cleaning devices are used in various areas, including: High-rise buildings & office buildings Shopping centers & furniture stores (e.g. IKEA) Hotels & glass facade buildings Industrial plants & warehouses

Future of facade cleaning: Automated solutions

With the further development of cleaning robots and automated solutions, facade cleaning will become even more efficient and sustainable in the future. Companies are increasingly relying on intelligent systems that not only save time and costs, but are also environmentally friendly.

Thanks to innovative solutions such as the hyCLEANER facadeBRUSH v-line, buildings can be kept clean and representative in the long term. Especially for large areas such as at IKEA in Karlsruhe, the use of such modern cleaning techniques is a real gain.

Would you like to learn more about which facade cleaning device is suitable for your building? Then contact us for an individual consultation!

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Published in
ReinigungsMarkt, Issue 5 – June 2021