FIRST VDA 5050-COMPATIBLE CLEANING ROBOT IN A MIXED FLEET
Seamless Integration for Smarter Facility Management
NAiSE and Kärcher, a global leader in cleaning technology, have achieved a first-of-its-kind integration between intralogistics software and autonomous cleaning robots. The KIRA B 50, fully compatible with the VDA 5050 protocol, now operates within a unified NAiSE-managed environment, enabling companies to coordinate material flow and cleaning tasks in a single platform.
This compatibility ensures that autonomous cleaning technology can coexist and collaborate with existing mobile transport robots, optimizing overall operational efficiency in industrial and commercial settings.
Meeting the Need for Mixed-Fleet Operations
Modern intralogistics operations increasingly require multi-functional fleet management, where material transport, cleaning, and other autonomous tasks operate seamlessly together.
By integrating the KIRA B 50 with NAiSE, companies gain:
- Unified control over transport and cleaning missions
- Optimized scheduling and task allocation
- Real-time status monitoring for all fleet units
- Enhanced efficiency in mixed environments with multiple robot types
This integration demonstrates NAiSE’s manufacturer-independent approach, allowing diverse autonomous systems to operate together safely and efficiently.
KIRA B 50 – Autonomous Scrubber-Drier
The KIRA B 50 is a compact, high-performance scrubber-drier designed for industrial, commercial, and public facilities. Key specifications include:
- Working width: 55 cm
- Cleaning capacity: up to 2,300 m² per hour
- Power source: 160 Ah lithium-ion battery
- Autonomous docking station: manages battery charging, fresh water refill, waste water drainage, and tank rinsing
Equipped with roller brush technology, pre-sweeping function, and a side broom, the KIRA B 50 can handle both large open spaces and confined areas efficiently.
Enhanced Value Through Compatibility
Integration with NAiSE enables companies to:
- Plan and monitor cleaning missions via NAiSE’s order and fleet management modules
- Manage mixed fleets of transport and cleaning robots in a single environment
- Automate routine maintenance through docking stations
- Ensure operational transparency with real-time monitoring and status tracking
By combining intralogistics and cleaning workflows, businesses can maximize efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and extend fleet life.
Expert Perspective:
“The integration of KIRA with NAiSE via VDA 5050 empowers our customers to control both material flow and cleaning tasks from a single platform, optimizing efficiency and extending fleet life.”
Fedor Vlasov, Robotics Expert, Kärcher
About NAiSE
The NAiSE Intralogistics Platform, a unified, manufacturer-independent software solution for complete intralogistics control. The platform integrates Fleet, Traffic, Order, and Warehouse Management modules to digitalize and automate the entire material flow. Its intuitive, DIY-oriented design enables real-time coordination of autonomous and manually operated vehicles—ensuring transparency, flexibility, and efficiency for modern industrial operations.
About Kärcher
Kärcher is a global leader in cleaning technology, delivering innovative solutions for industrial, commercial, and public spaces. With a focus on efficiency, sustainability, and automation, Kärcher develops autonomous and manual cleaning systems that optimize workflows and enhance operational performance worldwide.