SoftBank Robotics Group Corp. (\u201cSBRG\u201d) today announced the launch of \u2018Whiz\u2019, the
\nexciting new AI enabled vacuum-cleaning robot, to commercial customers on trial and
\nsubscription basis in Hong Kong and Macau, bringing the smart device beyond the
\ncountry.<\/p>\n
SBRG has been innovating in the robotics industry. Whiz is designed to optimize
\nworkflows in the cleaning industry and improve productivity. It works best on carpets and
\nhard flooring.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn cosmopolitan cities like Hong Kong and Macau, we believe the introduction of Whiz
\nwill significantly boost operational productivity at commercial premises, and enhance
\ncleaning performance for customers over the long run.\u201d said Kenichi Yoshida, Chief
\nBusiness Officer at SBRG.<\/p>\n
Whiz can record up to 600 cleaning routes, for which janitors can perform the initial floor
\ncleaning with Whiz on the first day, and subsequently those routes would be stored in
\nWhiz, so that it can clean the area autonomously on its own. Instructions are simple to
\nfollow and easy to use.<\/p>\n
With its small-built and multiple collision detectors, Whiz can navigate its way close to
\nwalls and avoid obstacles with the on-board BrainOS which helps to determine the best
\nroute given the surrounding environment, and the notification pager can send real-time
\nalerts in case of any unexpected issues. It can clean an area up to 1,500sqm, the size of
\n3 basketball courts, for 3 hours on a 4 hours battery charge.<\/p>\n
Whiz also comes with a smartphone app \u201cWhiz Connect\u201d. Together with cloud data
\nvisualization, cleaning reports, status reports on Whiz can be gathered and analyzed.
\nSoftBank Robotics is working with Intelligent Cleaning Equipment (\u201cICE\u201d), the exclusive
\nmaster distributor in Hong Kong and Macau to bring Whiz to its first two market outside
\nJapan. ICE is a leading global provider of professional cleaning equipment, focused on
\ndeveloping and deploying new technologies with its deep industry knowledge and
\nexperience.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are excited to embark on this strategic collaboration with ICE to accelerate the
\ncleaning industry\u2019s transition to the next stage of technology empowering people.\u201d said
\nKenichi.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs a leading global provider of professional cleaning equipment, we are delighted to
\npartner with SoftBank Robotics Group Corp. to launch Whiz in Hong Kong and Macau.
\nWe will support Whiz through a subscription model that will revolutionize the cleaning
\nindustry practice in this region. Through the cooperation with SoftBank Robotics Group
\nCorp., we look forward to connecting with Proof of Concept customers,\u201d said Simon Chen,
\nthe CEO of ICE.<\/p>\n
Whiz will be offered as a Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) monthly subscription model priced
\nHKD3,980 per unit\/month.<\/p>\n
From 17th September to 16th October, SBRG and ICE will offer customers in Hong Kong
\nand Macau a free Proof of Concept (PoC) trial of Whiz up to three days. To register their
\ninterest, companies can visit https:\/\/www.softbankrobotics.com\/apac\/ to submit a PoC
\ntrial application.<\/p>\n
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About SoftBank Robotics Group Corp.
\nSoftBank Robotics is driving technology forward by becoming a worldwide leader in
\nrobotics solutions. Rapidly expanding with over 500 employees working in Tokyo, Paris,
\nSan Francisco, Boston and Shanghai SoftBank Robotics is constantly exploring and
\ncommercializing all robotics solutions that help make people\u2019s lives easier, safer, more
\nconnected, and more extraordinary. There are currently over 25 000 SoftBank Robotics
\nrobots, Pepper and NAO, used in more than 70 countries worldwide and offer innovative
\napplications relevant for the fields of retail, tourism, healthcare, finance and education.<\/p>\n
For media enquiries\uff1a
\nSoftBank Robotics Group Corp.
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\nEmail\uff1aSBRGRP-PR@g.softbank.co.jp<\/p>\n
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