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Why Choose Towercraft?
Compare Towercraft with traditional and drone-based façade cleaning systems. Discover the safest, fastest and most sustainable solution for modern high-rise façade cleaning.
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Traditional Cleaning
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Drone Cleaning
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Towercraft The Advantage
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| Technology | Manual | Spray | AI-Driven Robot |
Semi-autonomous AI-Driven robotic cleaning |
| Visual Inspection Reporting | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Detailed surface analysis for maximum peace of mind — extends building life |
| Real-time Video Recording | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Detailed surface analysis for maximum peace of mind — extends building life |
| Microscopic Surface Analysis | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Detailed surface analysis for maximum peace of mind — extends building life |
| Cleaning Methodology | Squeegee | Spray | Mechanical Brushing |
Uniform mechanical dust & dirt removal |
| Chemical Methodology |
All-purpose detergent |
Detergent Solution & Water |
Nano-technological Cleaning Solutions |
Surface & contaminant-specific nano-technological cleaning |
| Surfaces Cleaned |
Glass, composite |
Glass, composite |
Glass, composite, aluminium, sheet metals, rubber, marble, vents & grills |
Multi-surface compatibility for whole-façade cleaning |
| Cleaning Speed | TBC | 1,400 sqm/hr | 350–1,500 sqm/hr |
Highly efficient cleaning rate |
| Continuous Power | N/A | ❌ (battery) | ✔ |
Enables continuous cleaning with minimal downtime |
| Daily Energy Cost | 2 | Not known | ~£5/hr |
Low energy cost |
| Maximum Altitude | No maximum | 150m | Up to 300m+ |
Different models available for buildings to 300m+ |
| Day & Night Operations (24/7) | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Maximum efficiency with minimal disruption |
| Quick Set Up Time | 1–2 hrs | 30–40 mins | 30–40 mins |
Maximum operational efficiency |
| Charging Time | ❌ | 20–25 mins | ❌ |
Minimal downtime for optimal efficiency |
| Tailored Cleaning Solutions | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Cleaning solutions specified for each surface for optimum results |
| Uniform Cleaning Across Entire Surface | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Entire surface cleaned to same quality level |
| Obstacle Cleaning | ❌ | (Partial) | ✔ (up to 7cm) |
Whole-façade cleaning to extend lifespan of surfaces & gaskets |
| Dry Brushing Dirt Removal | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Gentle mechanical removal of dirt particles before cleaning |
| Solutions for Chemical, Biological, Environmental & Mechanical Contaminants | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Cleaning solutions specified for each surface for optimum results |
| Purified Water Surface Rinsing | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
No streak-finish and better protection for surfaces & gaskets |
| Post-Cleaning Polish & Protection | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ (optional) |
Protection from contaminants for longer delay between cleans |
| Mechanical & Vacuum Surface Drying | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Brush & vacuum actively removes water from surfaces |
| Continuous Cleaning Time | 5–6 hrs | 13–40 min/charge | 24/7 |
Maximum efficiency with minimal disruption |
| Minimised Chemical Usage | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Only controlled amounts of cleaning solution at optimum concentrations |
| No Chemical Overspray | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Reduced risk to people, nature, and property |
| Water Consumption | 1 bucket/pass | 1,000 litres/hr | ~ 10 litres/hr |
Highly efficient water usage and recycling system |
| Carbon Footprint | High | High | Low |
Cleaner and more sustainable solution |
| Energy Consumption | Not known | Not known | 19.6 kW/h |
Low energy consumption from clean sources |
| Working at Height Safety | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ |
No working at height risks |
| Automated Safety Features | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Peace of mind for operators and clients |
| No Chemical Overspray | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Reduced risk to people, nature, and property |
| Regulatory Compliance | ✔ | N/A | ✔ |
Peace of mind for operators and clients |
| Integrated Weather Monitoring System | ❌ | ❌ | ✔ |
Less downtime due to wind/weather conditions |
| Wind Resistance | Up to 25 km/h | Up to 36 km/h | Up to 40 km/h |
Less downtime due to wind/weather conditions |
| Privacy & Security Guarantee | ❌ | ✔ | ✔ |
Privacy camera system — 30° camera records glass surface, not through windows |
| PL, PI & EL Insurances | Not known | Not known | ✔ |
Fully insured across multiple risk categories |