Robotics & Autonomous Cleaning Experience (RACE)
Connect With Innovation at the Cleaning Industry's Premier Event
Experience autonomous mobile robots firsthand and engage directly with key decision-makers shaping the future of professional cleaning operations.
Addressing Today's Operational Challenges
Building service contractors and facility managers face a consistent operational equation: reduced workforce availability, elevated performance expectations, and expanding technology options. RACE provides a structured environment to evaluate autonomous cleaning solutions on the ISSA Show Expo floor.
Strategic Value for Decision-Makers
RACE delivers:
Hands-on evaluation of autonomous cleaning technologies
Direct engagement with equipment manufacturers and technology providers
Peer-validated implementation frameworks
Evidence-based performance data from operational deployments
Expert guidance on adoption strategies and operational integration
Three Integrated Experience Elements
Live Demonstration Areas
Two dedicated zones showcase autonomous robots operating in real-world facility scenarios, demonstrating robotic-assisted cleaning capabilities and performance metrics.
Expert-Led Education Programming
Industry professionals participate in expert-led panel discussions and seminars addressing implementation strategies, operational workflows, safety compliance, and revenue optimization through robotic adoption.
Industry Innovation Showcase
Network directly with technology leaders advancing autonomous cleaning solutions and evaluate emerging technologies.
Why Autonomous Technology Matters Now
Three converging forces are reshaping professional cleaning operations:
1. Workforce Availability Constraints
Securing adequate staffing for essential building maintenance operations presents increasing difficulty. U.S. labor projections and turnover data demonstrate that replacement exits constitute a significant driver of openings across building and grounds cleaning positions, even as overall sector growth remains modest. Rising wages and persistent worker shortages compound recruitment challenges.
2. Elevated Cleanliness Standards
Occupants and stakeholders require visible, consistent cleanliness supported by comprehensive documentation. Expectations established during the pandemic period continue to influence facility standards, reinforced by updated public health guidance addressing where regular cleaning protocols and targeted disinfection procedures deliver measurable impact.
3. Technology Maturation
Cleaning robots and intelligent operational tools have progressed beyond pilot programs to become established components of professional cleaning operations, delivering documented results in productivity, operational consistency, and data-driven insights.
Technologies Gaining Operational Adoption
Professional cleaning operations are implementing a practical suite of autonomous technologies:
Scrubbers and vacuums execute defined routes, record coverage data, and reduce repetitive tasks for cleaning crews. Manufacturers continue advancing navigation systems, runtime capabilities, and equipment configurations ranging from compact units to mid-size machines designed for complex facility environments.
Occupancy and traffic data enable targeted cleaning efforts where operational requirements are highest, integrated with broader facilities analytics platforms.
Digital inspection systems and performance dashboards link tasks, outcomes, and accountability measures, increasingly supported by artificial intelligence capabilities.
The most effective path to confident technology adoption begins with observing live demonstrations. RACE at ISSA Show provides direct access to industry-leading providers showcasing operational equipment and addressing specific implementation questions.
Experience RACE at ISSA Show
Position your organization at the forefront of autonomous cleaning technology adoption. Connect with proven solutions, industry experts, and peer organizations successfully implementing robotic cleaning systems.
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