HARTING x Robot Industries

THE CLIENT

Harting has been present in Romania since 2003 and is actively involved in assembling automotive components and manufacturing industrial connectors. As part of a global group with production sites and subsidiaries on three continents, Harting is a recognized leader in innovative industrial solutions, serving sectors such as energy, automotive, rail transport, industrial automation, and telecommunications.

Their constant growth includes a new production center and commercial operations, delivering innovative technologies for many international clients.

THE CHALLENGE

Maintaining a spotless production floor isn't just about appearance, it's about safety, efficiency, and standards. At Harting's facility in Romania, one production zone spans 5,000 square meters and requires complete cleaning twice a day: once before operations begin, and once at the end of the day.

But here's the challenge:

●      The floor, made of cement with an epoxy coating, demands both sweeping and washing to meet hygiene and safety standards.

●      The entire cleaning process was done manually, taking up valuable time and manpower.

Employees were pulled away from higher-value tasks just to keep the environment clean.

●      As the facility scaled, the effort and cost of maintaining this routine became harder to justify.

Harting needed a better way to manage daily cleanliness, without sacrificing productivity.

Here’s what changed:

●      It eliminated manual cleaning:  The cleaning process is now fully automated, freeing employees from repetitive, physically demanding tasks. Staff no longer need to allocate time to sweeping and washing, this time is now redirected toward core production responsibilities.

●      It guaranteed a consistent cleaning quality: With pre-programmed cleaning routines scheduled twice a day, the Ecobot ensures uniform results across the entire surface, even in areas with heavy foot traffic or frequent material movement.

●      It boosted employee productivity: By removing cleaning from their daily tasks, operators and support staff can fully focus on production-related duties, quality checks, and process optimization. This shift has improved both efficiency and job satisfaction.

●      It enhanced workplace environment:  A cleaner workspace contributes directly to a safer, more organized environment. The consistent cleanliness also supports compliance with internal hygiene protocols and industry regulations, without the need for additional staff.

●      Lower operational costs: Automating cleaning has reduced labor hours, minimized the use of cleaning consumables, and optimized resource usage.

The Harting team gained more than a robot., it gained a cost-effective cleaning strategy, with ROI visible from the first months of implementation. Harting now benefits from a smarter approach to facility maintenance, powered by autonomous robotics.

Curious how an automated cleaning solution could work in your factory?

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