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Robots that can clean your house is not a new concept. Vacuuming
robots like Roomba and Neato have become essential to many who despise
the chore. However, Ecovacs, a China-based company has taken this idea
in a new direction. Winbot is an efficient, robotic window washing device and the world’s first window robot capable of cleaning windows of any thickness, even Thermopane windows .
How it works
The Winbot uses powerful vacuum suction to affix itself securely to
the window while allowing it to move and clean simultaneously. To use,
simply spray the washable fiber cleaning pad with its own specially
formulated and recommended window cleaning solution, turn on the robot
and place it on the window. Then just sit back while Winbot does all the
work. The intelligent device will automatically detect the window’s
size and determine a proper cleaning path for your window. Traveling in a
zigzag pattern around the window, the machine washes, squeegees, and
dries it to a streak-free shine.
Safety Features
To prevent falls, the Winbot is outfitted with dual suction rings.
The outer ring contains sensors to detect loss of suction. If suction
loss is detected the robot will then changed directions and select a new
cleaning path. In case any problems should occur, the device will stop
cleaning, flash and indicator light and sound an alarm.
For cleaning windows above ground level, the Winbot comes complete
with a Safety Pod. The pod suctions to your wall and works dually as
both a safety cord and an extension cord for tall or hard to reach
windows. Other positive attributes of the Winbot are the rounded bumper
made of extremely soft material on the exterior which prevent scratches
on the glass, and the side rollers which protect the robot and the
window frame.
Prices and Availability
There are two models of the Winbot available.
The standard model works on any window with a frame or apparent border
and is priced at $299. The high end model, priced at $349, is equipped
with border detection and is capable of cleaning glass walls, and
frameless mirrors and windows. Winbot was first introduced in China
last year and is expected to be available for purchase in the U.S. this
coming spring.
