How IoT technology improves cleaning efficiency in multi-dwelling units
IoT technology can provide all sorts of data to help optimize the processes of multi-dwelling unit (MDU) management. Among these are the cleaning processes, which can benefit from integrating IoT technology in several ways.
Let us take a look at some of these:
- Cleaning schedules based on actual usage
- Unnecessary cleaning avoided
- Remote notifications about refills
Cleaning schedules based on actual usage
IoT technology is ideal for improving the efficiency of MDU cleaning. Data disclosing how many people enter the restrooms helps building managers calculate when they need to be cleaned. These data become available by installing door sensors or motion sensors in the restrooms of an MDU.
Unnecessary cleaning avoided
In MDUs where some areas are only used in some periods, data from motions sensors prevent the cleaning of areas that have not been used since they were last cleaned. This way, building managers can save cleaning resources with the help of IoT technology.
Remote notifications about refills
IoT sensors can provide information about the amount of soap, hand sanitizer, and toilet paper available in each restroom. With the data from the sensors, cleaning personnel can get notified remotely when they need to do refills. Also, fill levels of bins can be disclosed by IoT sensors. This way, the cleaning personnel will know when to empty the bins.
In sum, the real-time data from IoT technology can help optimize collection schedules and cleaning rotas.
IoT gateway for improved cleaning efficiency
At the heart of an IoT solution improving cleaning efficiency, a gateway is needed to collect the data from the sensors and transfer them to an interface, which is useful for the building managers.
The Squid.link gateways by Develco Products are flexible and mature platforms ideal for improving cleaning efficiency in MDUs.
The Squid.link gateways support a wide range of communication protocols, making it possible to connect IoT sensors across wireless protocols and vendors. This way, you can get a customized solution for your customers.
The gateways are white label products, meaning that you can add the visual identity of your company and make them appear as your own.
Since the Squid.link gateways are market-ready products that have already been validated by end-users in large volumes, you can quickly get on the market with your MDU services to gain market shares and outpace your competitors.
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IoT sensors collecting vital data for improved cleaning schedules
The Motion Sensor developed by Develco Products is ideal for collecting data about usage of the areas and restrooms in MDUs. The discreet sensor detects movement in the area and can therefore be used to improve cleaning schedules.
The Entry Sensor offered by Develco Products is also ideal for making MDU cleaning more efficient. Placed on restroom doors, this sensor can be used to monitor the usage as well. The Entry Sensor includes two parts: a sensor and a magnet. When the two parts are moved close together or apart, the sensor is triggered.
The Motion Sensor and the Entry Sensor communicate via Zigbee and are compatible with Zigbee-based systems. As both devices are white label products, you can add your brand to them, and people will associate them with your company.
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The IoT opens a world of opportunities in relation to making the management of multi-dwelling units more efficient, including optimizing cleaning.
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