PUDU BG1: AI-Powered Sweeper-Scrubber-Dryer Robot

The PUDU BG1 is an autonomous, AI-driven floor-cleaning robot designed for large, high-traffic facilities where manual cleaning and conventional equipment struggle to keep up. Unlike a traditional scrubber-dryer, the BG1 combines front sweeping, rear scrubbing, dirty-water recovery, AI spot cleaning, automatic detergent dosing, and autonomous navigation in one intelligent platform. Built for demanding commercial and industrial environments, the BG1 can sweep dry debris, scrub hard floors, and recover dirty water in a single pass. Its AI-native cleaning system uses real-time perception to identify spills, stains, debris, and high-traffic messes, then automatically adjusts its cleaning behavior for more efficient results. With a wide cleaning path, large water tanks, long runtime, and optional workstation support, the BG1 is ideal for warehouses, logistics centers, airports, malls, factories, hospitals, universities, casinos, transit stations, large retail stores, and property management portfolios. The BG1 is powered by advanced 3D perception, LiDAR + 3D VSLAM navigation, AI vision, and adaptive cleaning mechanisms. It can clean scheduled routes, respond to localized messes, avoid people and obstacles, clean along edges, and support low-touch 24/7 cleaning workflows when paired with the optional charging dock and workstation. PUDU describes the BG1 Series as an AI-native large scrubber-dryer platform with a sweeper-scrubber architecture, expandable disc brush, AI Magic Cleaning, 3D perception, and one-pass dry/wet cleaning capability.  One-Pass Sweep, Scrub & Dry The BG1 is designed to clean more efficiently by combining multiple floor-care steps into one autonomous workflow. Front sweeping module collects dry debris such as dust, paper, dirt, and small litter. Rear scrubbing module washes the floor with water and detergent. Squeegee and vacuum recovery system collects dirty water. Helps reduce redundant cleaning passes and manual follow-up work. Ideal for large hard-floor spaces that require both debris pickup and deep cleaning. PUDU describes the BG1 as using an integrated sweeper-scrubber system where the front sweeping module collects dry debris while the rear scrubbing module performs deep cleaning, enabling dry and wet cleaning in a single pass. AI “Magic Cleaning” The BG1 uses AI-powered perception to move beyond basic route-following. Instead of only cleaning on a fixed schedule, it can identify messes and adapt its response in real time. AI spot cleaning detects localized debris, stains, and spills. “See-and-clean” operation sends the robot directly to problem areas. Real-time dry and wet mess detection. Automatically retracts sweeping modules when wet spills are detected to help prevent spreading. Automatically increases brush pressure for stubborn stains. Uses cleaning data and heat maps to help identify high-traffic or high-soil areas. PUDU’s launch materials describe AI Magic Cleaning as coordinating AI-driven spot cleaning, auto-dosing, and adaptive cleaning mechanisms, including wet-spill detection, automatic sweeping-module retraction, and increased brush pressure for stubborn stains. High-Output Cleaning Performance The BG1 is built for large spaces that require meaningful hourly coverage. Scrubbing width: 21.7" Cleaning width with side brushes: 27.9" Covered cleaning capacity: up to 21,500 SF/Hr. Spot cleaning capacity: Up to 64,500 SF/Hr. Clean water tank: 19.8 gallons Waste water tank: 15.9 gallons Debris container: 1.3 gallons Dual detergent tanks: 1.85 gallons total Runtime: Up to 7.5 hours (sweeping/scrubbing mode) PUDU and distributor specification pages list the BG1’s 550 mm scrubbing width, 708 mm cleaning width, 75 L clean water tank, 60 L waste water tank, 7 L detergent capacity, 5 L debris capacity, and up to 7.5 hours of runtime. Extendable Edge Cleaning Large scrubbers often leave a blind zone near walls, shelving, pillars, and curbs. The BG1 is designed to reduce that problem with an extendable scrubbing brush. Brush extends outward to clean closer to walls and shelving. Helps reduce manual edge touch-ups. Improves perimeter consistency in warehouses, retail aisles, industrial sites, and large public facilities. Useful around walls, racking, columns, fixed displays, and high-traffic edges. PUDU describes the BG1 Series as featuring an expandable / extendable disc brush for improved edge coverage and reduced manual rework. AI-Native Auto-Dosing System The BG1 includes automatic dual-agent detergent dosing to help improve cleaning performance while reducing waste. Dual detergent tanks with 1.85 gallons total capacity Milliliter-level dosing precision Automatically adjusts detergent strength based on floor conditions Helps reduce manual dosing errors Supports more consistent chemical usage across shifts and sites PUDU’s BG1 announcement states that the system uses dual independent agent tanks with milliliter-level precision and automatically adjusts chemical ratios based on dirt type and severity.  Advanced 3D Navigation & Obstacle Avoidance The BG1 is designed for complex, dynamic environments where people, carts, vehicles, shelves, displays, and equipment may be present. LiDAR + 3D VSLAM fusion positioning 3D sensing and AI vision Dynamic obstacle avoidance Stable mapping in high-ceiling spaces Supports operation in low-light or high-interference environments ~33.5" Minimum Path Clearance:  Up to 2.2 mph cleaning speed (depending on configuration/operating mode) PUDU describes the BG1 as using fusion of 3D VSLAM and LiDAR for high-precision mapping and dynamic obstacle avoidance, including stable positioning in high-ceiling, low-light, and high-interference conditions. 24/7-Ready Operation The BG1 is designed for large facilities that need cleaning continuity across the day and night. Up to 7.5 hours of runtime Supports scheduled autonomous cleaning Optional charging dock / workstation enables unattended workflows Optional all-in-one station can automate charging, water refill, and drainage Suitable for multi-shift and high-traffic environments PUDU’s BG1 Series materials describe 24/7 station-ready operation, with optional workstation support for automatic refilling, drainage, and charging. Ride-On Mode for Manual Control The BG1 includes ride-on capability, giving operators flexibility when manual control is preferred. Allows staff to manually drive the robot. Useful for rapid relocation across large sites. Helps with initial mapping, emergency response, or special cleaning tasks. Combines autonomous cleaning with operator override when needed. PUDU’s launch announcement describes a stowable ride-on mode that supports rapid relocation, high-speed mapping, and emergency intervention. Low-Touch Maintenance The BG1 is engineered to reduce daily maintenance time and simplify consumable replacement. Automatic disc-brush attachment Snap-on consumables Tool-free maintenance design Routine consumable replacement can be completed in under 1 minute Replaceable consumables include brush, pad, squeegee blade, side brush, sweeping roller, and debris container components PUDU states that the BG1 features automatic disc-brush attachment and tool-free replacement of critical consumables, with routine maintenance such as brush and squeegee replacement completed in under one minute. Hero LifeCare offers monthly service plans that include complete unit care. We replace consumables and handle maintenance and cleaning of the robot for you. IoT-Enabled & Scalable The BG1 supports connected fleet operation and remote management for larger facilities and multi-site deployments. 4G, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity PUDU Link remote management support Optional elevator communication Optional e-gate / access control integration Cleaning records, status tracking, and operational reporting Supports scalable deployment across campuses, portfolios, and multi-building facilities Distributor specs list 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, optional e-gate / elevator communication, and remote software support for BG1 deployments. Business Benefits Reduce labor hours spent on repetitive floor cleaning. Reassign cleaning staff to higher-value tasks. Sweep, scrub, and dry floors in a single pass. Improve cleaning consistency across shifts, sites, and vendors. Reduce manual edge-cleaning and touch-up work. Improve safety by removing debris, spills, and dirty water from high-traffic areas. Reduce chemical waste with automatic detergent dosing. Support large-scale cleaning without relying only on ride-on or walk-behind equipment. Improve facility image with consistently cleaner floors. Support ESG and electrification goals with robotic, data-driven cleaning. Scale easily from one site to a multi-facility cleaning program. Use connected reporting to monitor cleaning activity and performance. Environment & Applications Application: Indoor large-area hard-floor cleaning Typical sites: Warehouses Logistics centers Airports Shopping malls Industrial plants Hospitals Universities Transportation hubs Retail stores Convention centers Casinos Large office buildings Property management portfolios Maintenance Automatic disc-brush attachment: Supported Tool-free consumable replacement: Supported Routine consumable maintenance: <1 minute Replaceable consumables include: Scrubbing disc brush Scrubbing pad Squeegee / rubber blade Side brush Sweeping roller brush Debris container / trashbin components Filters or related cleaning components, depending on configuration Workstation / Docking All-in-one station functions may include: Automatic charging Automatic clean water refill Automatic waste water drainage Support for unattended operation Optional charging dock: Available Optional workstation: Available Recommended for: 24/7 facilities Large campuses Multi-shift cleaning teams High-traffic buildings Sites with limited cleaning staff availability Note: Charging dock, workstation, automatic water refill / drainage station, detergent, and spare consumables may be sold separately depending on configuration. Specs Robot & Chassis Product: PUDU BG1 / BG1 Series Robot type: AI-powered sweeper-scrubber-dryer robot Dimensions with squeegee: 47.0 × 29.9 × 51.3" (L × W × H) Dimensions without squeegee: 44.1 × 26.0 × 51.3" (L × W × H) Weight: 758 lbs. Minimum path clearance: 33.5" Cruise speed: 2.2 mph Manual operation: Ride-on mode supported Unattended operation: Supported with optional charging dock / workstation Cleaning Performance Cleaning mode: Sweeping + scrubbing + dirty-water recovery Cleaning capability: Sweeper-scrubber integration Optional cleaning functions: Dust mopping and polishing Edge scrubbing: Supported Scrubbing width: 21.7" Cleaning width with side brushes: 27.9" Covered cleaning capacity: up to 21,500 SF/Hr. Spot cleaning capacity: up to 64,500 SF/Hr. Clean water tank capacity: 19.8 gallons Waste water tank capacity: 15.9 gallons Debris container capacity: 1.3 gallons Detergent tank capacity: 1.85 gallons total Detergent system: Automatic dual-agent dosing Edge cleaning: Extendable scrubbing brush AI cleaning modes: AI spot cleaning, adaptive cleaning, stain detection, automatic dosing Battery & Power Battery capacity: 90 Ah Power platform: 48V Runtime: up to 7.5 hours in sweeping and scrubbing mode Charging time, high voltage: 3 hours Charging time, low voltage: 4.5 hours Auto charging: Supported with optional charging dock Workstation support: Optional all-in-one station for charging, water refill, and drainage Navigation & Sensing Navigation: LiDAR + 3D VSLAM fusion positioning Perception: 3D sensing + AI vision Obstacle avoidance: Dynamic obstacle avoidance Environment adaptation: High-ceiling, low-light, and high-interference environments AI capabilities: Real-time stain and spill detection Dry and wet mess recognition AI spot cleaning Adaptive brush pressure Automatic sweeping-module retraction for wet spills Cleaning heat map / hotspot intelligence, depending on software configuration Connectivity & IoT Connectivity: 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Remote management: PUDU Link Supported Optional integrations: Elevator communication E-gate / access control integration Workstation integration Data capabilities: Cleaning task monitoring Cleaning history Robot status tracking Performance reporting Multi-site fleet management support In the Box PUDU BG1 robotic cleaning unit Scrubbing brush / disc brush Side brush set Sweeping roller brush Squeegee / rubber blade assembly Debris container Clean and waste water tank system User manual and quick-start guide Charging cord (Workstation recommended option) Media FAQs Q: What makes the PUDU BG1 different from other commercial floor scrubbers? A: The BG1 is more than a traditional floor scrubber. It is an AI-powered sweeper-scrubber-dryer robot designed for large facilities. It can sweep dry debris, scrub hard floors, recover dirty water, and dry the floor in a single pass. It also uses AI to detect stains, spills, and debris, then adjusts its cleaning behavior automatically. Q: Does the BG1 sweep, or does it only scrub and dry? A: Yes, the BG1 also sweeps. It uses a front sweeping system to collect dry debris before the rear scrubbing system washes the floor. The rear squeegee and vacuum recovery system then collects dirty water, leaving the floor clean and walkable with minimal wet residue. Q: What types of facilities is the BG1 best suited for? A: The BG1 is built for large commercial and industrial facilities with wide hard-floor areas. It is ideal for warehouses, logistics centers, airports, shopping malls, factories, hospitals, universities, transit stations, casinos, convention centers, large retail stores, and property management portfolios. Q: How much area can the BG1 clean? A: The BG1 can clean up to approximately 21,500 SF/Hr. in standard covered cleaning mode and up to approximately 64,500 SF/Hr.  in spot cleaning mode. Actual performance depends on the layout, floor condition, traffic, cleaning intensity, and route design. Q: Can the BG1 clean edges and areas near walls? A: Yes. The BG1 has an extendable edge-cleaning brush that helps it clean closer to walls, shelving, columns, racks, and perimeter areas. This reduces the amount of manual touch-up work needed after the robot completes its route. Operation & Autonomy Q: Does the BG1 require manual water refilling and draining? A: Not if it is paired with the optional workstation. With the optional all-in-one station, the BG1 can automatically recharge, refill clean water, and drain dirty water, allowing for longer unattended operation with less staff involvement. Q: How does the BG1 know where to clean? A: The BG1 uses advanced autonomous navigation with LiDAR and 3D VSLAM to map the facility, understand its location, and navigate around obstacles. It can follow scheduled cleaning routes, clean assigned zones, and adjust to dynamic environments with people, carts, equipment, and other obstacles. Q: Does the BG1 need ceiling markers or magnetic strips? A: No. The BG1 does not rely on ceiling markers or magnetic strips for normal navigation. It uses LiDAR, 3D perception, and visual mapping to understand its surroundings and operate autonomously. Q: Can the BG1 be used in an elevator to clean multiple floors? A: Yes, the BG1 can support elevator integration with optional IoT modules. When properly configured, it can communicate with c