MOVA's New Robot Fleet Aims to Redefine Commercial Cleaning

AMSTERDAM, April 14, 2026 – The future of commercial cleaning rolled onto the floor of Interclean Amsterdam 2026 today, as AI and robotics leader MOVA unveiled a formidable new lineup of automated cleaning solutions. Headlining the launch is the M3 Commercial Cleaning Robot, an advanced machine designed to address the industry's most persistent challenges with sophisticated autonomy and a design that emphasizes immediate, hassle-free integration.

MOVA, the commercial brand of consumer robotics powerhouse Roborock, is making a significant push into the business-to-business sector. The announcement of four distinct products signals a strategic and comprehensive effort to capture a piece of the rapidly expanding commercial robotics market, which is projected to exceed $11 billion by 2032, fueled by persistent labor shortages and a heightened global focus on hygiene.

A New Benchmark in Autonomous Operation

The M3 robot is engineered to be more than just an automated scrubber; it's a fully integrated floor care system. At the core of its design is a simultaneous front-sweep, rear-scrub mechanism that allows the machine to perform dry and wet cleaning in a single pass. This one-pass efficiency is a direct answer to the productivity demands of large-scale facilities like hotels, office buildings, and hospitals.

Central to its appeal is what MOVA is highlighting as an industry-first large-capacity integrated water tank system. While other autonomous scrubbers from competitors like Kärcher and Tennant feature integrated tanks, MOVA's emphasis is on a true "plug-and-play" experience. The system is designed to eliminate the need for complex plumbing modifications, allowing facilities to deploy the robot immediately. This workstation-based system supports uninterrupted, overnight cleaning cycles by automatically docking to refill clean water and discharge waste, a critical feature for maximizing operational uptime.

Navigating the complex and dynamic environments of modern buildings is another hurdle the M3 is built to overcome. It employs a sophisticated multimodal 3D panoramic perception system, fusing data from LiDAR, 3D cameras, infrared, and ultrasonic sensors. This rich sensory input gives the robot the intelligence to not only avoid transient obstacles like discarded water bottles but also to perform complex logistical tasks, such as autonomously calling and riding elevators and passing through automatic gates. This capability for true cross-floor operation represents a significant leap toward comprehensive building automation.

A Strategic Play in a Booming Market

MOVA's launch is not just about a single flagship product. The introduction of a full portfolio demonstrates a deep understanding of the diverse needs within the commercial cleaning sector. Alongside the M3, the company showcased the M3 Pro, an enhanced version with 3D LiDAR for even more complex environments like supermarkets and factories where layouts can be highly variable.

To address smaller, more constricted spaces, MOVA introduced the DP35/16, a compact hand-push scrubber with a 180-degree rotating brush head designed for maneuverability in tight corners and narrow hallways. For environments where health and acoustics are paramount, the DP86/130 silent scrubber offers a compelling solution. Operating at a noise level of 60 decibels or less, it's suitable for daytime cleaning in active hospitals, schools, and quiet office spaces. Critically, this model incorporates a hypochlorous acid disinfection system, achieving a 99.9% sterilization rate—a direct response to the stringent hygiene protocols that have become standard in public-facing institutions.

This multi-pronged product strategy positions MOVA to challenge established players by offering a tiered range of solutions. By leveraging the advanced AI and navigation expertise honed in the competitive consumer market under the Roborock brand, MOVA enters the commercial space with a strong technological foundation. The company is betting that its reputation for user-friendly, intelligent devices will translate effectively to facility managers who are seeking powerful, yet easy-to-manage, automation tools.

Evolving the Role of the Human Workforce

The rise of advanced robots like the M3 is set to reshape the landscape of facility management and the role of human cleaning staff. Rather than a simple replacement of labor, this technology promises a shift towards human-robot collaboration. By automating the time-consuming, repetitive work of cleaning large floor areas, the robots free up human workers to focus on tasks that require dexterity, critical thinking, and a human touch—such as detailed sanitation of high-touch surfaces, restocking supplies, and performing quality control checks.

For facilities managers, the benefits extend beyond addressing labor shortages. Automated systems provide a level of consistency and data-driven accountability that is difficult to achieve with manual processes alone. The M3's ability to automatically switch between cleaning modes for different floor types—from scrubbing tile to vacuuming carpet—eliminates the inefficiency of using multiple machines and reduces the potential for human error. This ensures a uniform standard of cleanliness across an entire property, day after day.

Attendees at Interclean Amsterdam are being given the opportunity to see these capabilities firsthand. MOVA's live demonstrations at its booth showcase the M3's intelligent obstacle avoidance, its performance on various floor types, and its seamless auto-recharging and water-docking cycle. These demonstrations aim to prove that the era of truly autonomous, efficient, and integrated commercial cleaning has not only arrived but is ready for immediate deployment.