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About us: pioneers in robotic facade cleaning solutions
Welcome to Kite Robotics. Founded 10 years ago as a spin-off from the University of Twente, we are now based in our own facility in Oldenzaal, which includes offices, a test lab, a workshop and manufacturing facilities. Our mission? To develop innovative facade cleaning robots that ensure buildings are cleaned quickly, safely, sustainably, and at a low cost.
Since our inception, our goal has been simple: to deliver exceptional products that turn our customers into ambassadors. We provide robotic cleaning systems for existing buildings and offer expert consultancy during the design phase of new construction projects, ensuring a tailored solution that fits each building’s unique needs.
While we primarily operate in Europe, we are actively expanding and working on several projects outside of Europe, bringing our state-of-the-art robotic solutions to new markets.
Proud of our customers
In-house design, assembly and installation
- Design
- Manufacturing
- Installation
At Kite Robotics, we design and develop all of our robotic systems in-house, from the robots to the anchor points. Unlike traditional Building Maintenance Units (BMU) and rope access systems, we don’t rely on external products. This ensures we have complete control over our solutions and a deep understanding of our solutions necessary to provide targeted advice and collaborate effectively with our clients — something they greatly appreciate.
Parts are produced according to our specifications by trusted, local suppliers. Quality control, assembly, and factory acceptance testing are then carried out internally, giving us complete oversight of the entire process. This level of control helps us to offer superior reliability.
We handle the installation and commissioning of the robots on-site. After thorough training, our clients can operate the robots independently. However, if preferred, we can also provide full operational support to ensure peace of mind.
Client reviews: what our customers are saying
Read the reviews from our clients and learn how Kite Robotics is revolutionizing facade cleaning and maintenance
“We used to experience the window cleaning of our buildings as a long-term job. With KITE Robotics, it goes a lot faster, it saves costs, while maintaining quality. In addition, we find the environmentally conscious and sustainable character important.”
University of Twente
“The poor accessibility of the canopy and the cost savings we achieve during the operational phase were key factors in our decision to choose the KITE cleaning robot.
Increasing the cleaning frequency is also much easier, resulting in a cleaner environment for travelers.”
Municipality of Utrecht
Collaborating with Kite Robotics on a landmark project in London – We had the pleasure of working with Kite Robotics on an iconic new-build project in London, where Kite Robotics were involved in the initial design stage. Throughout the development, Kite Robotics were able to develop an innovative solution to gain access to the buildings challenging façades. Their expertise and proactive approach ensured seamless integration of robotic systems into the architectural and operational aspects of the building. This early-stage collaboration resulted in a highly efficient, and reliable solution that exceeded our expectations. Overall, the team at Kite Robotics are highly knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. They understood the clients needs and delivered an exceptional service and product.
Associate Director Facade Access - WSP
Our expert team
Our team is composed of experts with extensive knowledge and experience in robotics and building maintenance. We are dedicated to providing optimal solutions for facade cleaning and ensuring the highest standards for every project we undertake.
Time for change
Today, nearly every building facade worldwide is cleaned manually. Traditional window cleaning has become increasingly labor-intensive, dangerous, and expensive. As buildings evolve to become smarter and more advanced, conventional cleaning methods simply aren’t keeping pace. These methods often involve working at heights, which is dangerous and which has limitations on heights and permit restrictions in urban areas.
With the rising regulations regarding safe work at heights, manual window cleaning is expected to face increasing challenges in the future.
Across multiple industries, robots are stepping in to handle physically demanding, repetitive, and hazardous tasks. Within the next 10 years, automatic glass and facade cleaning will become the new standard, transforming building maintenance.