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Inside Our Cleaning Equipment Innovation Day

by Matthew Swift / 23 July 2026
Group of people attending a demonstration of cleaning equipment outdoors.

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting a Cleaning Equipment Innovation Day at the prestigious The Whiteley, London, in partnership with Wessex Cleaning Equipment and Janitorial Supplies Ltd. The event brought together colleagues and customers from across our contracts for a day dedicated to exploring how innovation is reshaping the cleaning industry.

A Showcase Of The Latest Technology
Attendees were given hands-on access to some of the most exciting developments in cleaning technology available today, including:

  • The latest floorcare solutions from i-team Global.
  • Makita UK’s innovative battery-powered cleaning range.
  • Cobotics from LionsBot International.

Beyond the demonstrations themselves, it was equally valuable to understand how these innovations are helping to reduce water use, cleaning product use, and energy consumption, all while improving overall productivity. It’s a reminder that progress in our industry isn’t just about doing things faster, it’s about doing them smarter and more sustainably.

The Star Of The Show
While the cutting-edge cobotics certainly captured plenty of attention, it was the MotorScrubber SHOCK that sparked some of the biggest conversations of the day. Our experienced teams could immediately see how its practicality, ergonomic design and versatility could make a real difference to everyday cleaning tasks across our customers’ sites, proving that sometimes the most impactful innovations are the ones that make daily work easier.

Thank You To Our Partners
A huge thank you to Jim and Gabriela for creating such an engaging and inclusive event, one that brought together our teams, customers and suppliers to share ideas and explore what’s next for our industry.

We’d also like to extend our sincere thanks to our wonderful customer, Saj, for kindly allowing us to host the event at The Whiteley London, a truly fitting venue to showcase the future of professional cleaning.

Interested in the Latest Cleaning Innovations?
If you would like to explore how the latest cleaning innovations could benefit your workplace, or you’re interested in hosting a similar demonstration at your own site, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with our team to find out more.

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