The Cleaning Crisis in Fitness Studios
Running a fitness center isn’t just about high-performance machines and motivated members—it’s also about maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, every single day. For Charis Petras , owner of the Competence and Training Center in Rüthi, keeping two large fitness studios clean had become a constant source of stress.
"We had been working with cleaning companies for years" he says. "But the results were inconsistent. Sometimes they wouldn’t show up at all, because of holidays or sick leave, and even when they did, they often didn’t clean thoroughly."
The outcome? Complaints from clients, dirty equipment, and daily frustration. Worse still, the cost of this unreliable service was three times higher than what he pays today for Robonnement’s autonomous robot.
The Shift to Robotic Cleaning
Charis Petras came across Robonnement via a Facebook post and quickly filled in a contact form. A few days later, he was meeting the Robonnement team in person for an on-site demonstration.
"I made the decision right away, actually for both locations," he recalls. "The communication was great, and your team was there almost every day in the beginning to optimize the robot's path through our complex layout with all the gym machines. That support made a huge difference."
Meet the CC1: Cleaning on Autopilot
The CC1 robot is no ordinary cleaning tool, it’s a fully autonomous system designed for large indoor spaces. Every night at midnight, the robot springs to life and gets to work:
- Vacuums, scrubs, and wipes dust, dirt, and wet spots
- Refills clean water and discharges dirty water automatically
- Requires only minimal human intervention: refilling detergent and occasional maintenance
- Can be monitored and remotely controlled via mobile app
This daily routine means less dust and dirt settling under and around gym machines—drastically reducing the need for manual cleaning by staff.
Results That Speak for Themselves
Since integrating the robot into his operations, Charis Petras has seen measurable benefits:
- Cost savings of over 70% compared to manual cleaning services
- Consistent, reliable cleaning every night without gaps, sick leave, or missed appointments
- Significant water savings, thanks to the robot’s efficient system
- Cleaner studios overall, with less dust accumulation under equipment
- Fewer customer complaints and a visibly more hygienic environment
"As a business owner, the best part is knowing that every morning, the gym is spotless. That peace of mind is priceless."
Flexible, All-Inclusive Monthly Subscription
One of the most powerful aspects of the CC1 robot is that it's available as a monthly subscription, starting at CHF 850 per month. Instead of investing CHF 20,000–30,000 per robot, businesses can scale their cleaning operations just like they would with mobile phone plans.
From supermarkets to gyms, hotels to hospitals, any business can deploy multiple robots affordably and instantly.
What’s Included in the Subscription:
- Delivery & Installation
- On-site Staff Training
- All Maintenance & Repairs
- Smart App Control & Dashboard
- ESG Report: water saved, labor hours freed, emissions reduced
- Option to Swap, Upgrade, or Buy Anytime
All ongoing support and service are managed by Robonnement professionals, so clients don’t have to worry about training, servicing, or technical failures. If a robot becomes outdated or fails, it is automatically replaced, regardless of usage time.
A Financial Model That Works for Growing and Established Businesses
Whether you're scaling fast or managing a well-established operation, Robonnement’s Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) model makes automation financially accessible.
Rather than booking cleaning robots as capital assets, the monthly subscription is considered an operational expense (OPEX):
- No upfront investment
- No asset depreciation or amortization
- Fully tax-deductible in most regions
- Easier budgeting, faster internal approvals
This model improves cash flow, enhances agility, and makes automation easier to adopt across entire portfolios.
It also positions Robonnement as an ESG-forward company, promoting sustainable value creation through circular economy practices where robots are reused, upgraded, and maintained across their full lifecycle.
Still Room for Growth
While the robot currently covers around 80% of the floor space, tight areas between equipment still require manual attention.
"If it were slightly more compact, it could reach those tight areas. But then it might not handle large surfaces as efficiently. It’s a trade-off—but a manageable one."
Would He Recommend It?
Absolutely. Charis Petras has already told fellow gym owners about Robonnement’s cleaning solution.
"I think it’s a great option. Even better in industries with more open floorplans. But for us, even with tight equipment spacing, it makes a big difference."
Final Takeaway
Robonnement’s Pudu CC1 robot didn’t just replace a cleaning crew—it solved a problem, cut costs, reduced stress, and improved daily operations for a Swiss gym with high standards.
It’s more than a machine—it’s an invisible overnight worker, ensuring business runs cleanly and smoothly by morning.
If you’re struggling with cleaning consistency, staffing shortages, or high maintenance costs, maybe it’s time to let a robot take over.
Book now a free demo
Would you like to see for yourself how an autonomous cleaning robot could transform your business?
Book now a free demo and test the CC1 at your location—completely free and without obligation.
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