CLIIN Robotics tackles diverse industry challenges with a simple, safe, and sustainable robotic solution. The company specializes in cutting-edge magnetic robots designed to climb ferromagnetic surfaces, making the unreachable, reachable. Their mission is simple: to provide versatile robotic solutions, emphasizing safety and sustainability in diverse environments.
A brief description of the company and its activities.
While our robots have wide-ranging applications, we excel in two major industries: shipping and oil & gas. In the shipping industry, our robots excel in cargo hold cleaning and robotic antifouling, which includes grooming and cleaning hulls. Additionally, our robots are adept at cleaning the external and internal walls of storage tanks. Operable remotely, they enhance safety by accessing challenging areas while the operator remains securely on the ground, making tasks more efficient and safer. Moreover, it uses only water, eliminating harmful chemicals, setting new safety and sustainability standards. Our vision is to transform heavy industries like Shipping and Oil & Gas into more sustainable contributors to global infrastructure, benefiting present and future generations worldwide.
Driven by a team with extensive experience in shipping, vessel coating, and high-tech industries, CLIIN Robotics thrives on principles like using high-tech for UN Sustainable Development Goals, fostering collaborations with clients for practical solutions, embracing diversity and empowerment, prioritizing simple solutions, and recognizing the importance of the human interface. Join us in exploring the future of robotics at CLIIN, where magnetic technology reshapes how we address challenges.
What are the main areas of activity of the company?
The robot itself is state of the art: By thoroughly understanding the cleaning challenges of large containers such as tanks, cargo holds, and vessels, CLIIN Robotics has collaborated with leading companies to develop a robot that can navigate effortlessly on all ferro-magnetic surfaces.
Our robot exemplifies our commitment to innovation and reliability in several key areas:
- Versatility and Adaptability: Designed for a wide range of tasks, our robot excels in environments requiring flexibility and precision. It is engineered to operate seamlessly at various angles (up to 90 degrees), including upside down, making it ideal for complex and challenging applications.
- User-Centric Design and Ease of Use: We prioritize user-friendliness with features like intuitive click tool conversion technology and a straightforward interface that enhances safety and efficiency. This design philosophy ensures that our robots are easy to operate and maintain.
- Durability and Robust Performance: Our robots are built to endure extreme conditions. They have been rigorously tested for over 10,000 hours, and are capable of withstanding severe high pressures, and harsh environments. This includes a proven track record of continuous underwater operation and resilience in extreme heat and cold.
- Advanced Materials and Construction: Utilizing state-of-the-art materials such as duplex stainless steel, titanium, and reinforced polymers, our robots are both durable and resistant to chemicals. This robust construction guarantees long-lasting performance in demanding settings.
- Environmental and Safety Compliance: Our robots are designed with eco-friendly operations in mind, reducing chemical usage by utilizing water for cleaning. Additionally, we offer ATEX Zone 2 versions to meet safety standards for hazardous environments.
- Customization and Efficiency: With customizable tools and adjustable magnetic forces, our robots can be tailored to specific tasks, providing versatile solutions for various industrial applications. Their impressive lifting capacity and high torque capabilities further enhance their operational efficiency.
What’s the news about new products/services?
We launched in May a new configuration of the robot for Robotic Antifouling. Our Robotic Antifouling System is a groundbreaking operational solution for hull grooming (proactive) and cleaning (reactive), enhancing sustainability and efficiency in vessel operations. As both an on on- and offshore solution, it’s accessible for repeated usage on board. Designed to navigate seamlessly through strong currents both above and below the waterline, it ensures thorough grooming/cleaning without disrupting operations.
Versatile and effective, our system targets various levels of marine biofouling, ranging from light slime to heavy fouling, optimizing hull performance across diverse conditions. By utilizing proven cavitation technology, our solution is not only environmentally friendly but also cost cost-effective. Proactive maintenance, such as keeping hull surfaces smooth, has been proven to reduce fuel consumption, resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing the transfer of invasive species.
Accessible anytime, anywhere, our on-demand cleaning capabilities are operated remotely with ease and safety, for smooth and user-friendly operations. Plus point: once done with cleaning the hull the robot can be used to clean Cargo Holds.
What are the ranges of products/services? MUC (Magnetic universal Crawler)
Our Magnetic Universal Crawler (MUC)
is equipped with a versatile tooling plate featuring simple click-technology. This innovative design allows users to effortlessly customize their own applications by attaching various tools, maximizing efficiency and adaptability across industrial tasks.
With strong magnets ensuring adhesion and a payload capacity of up to 250 kg, the MUC is suitable for a myriad of applications, including industrial cleaning, inspection, and maintenance tasks requiring work at heights and passing angles up to 90 degrees. Its compact size, no larger than a standard check-in suitcase, enables easy access to hard-to-reach areas while improving safety and reducing manpower.
By leveraging customized tools, users can streamline workflows, minimize downtime, and address diverse challenges in industrial settings, making the MUC an invaluable asset for optimizing productivity and enhancing operational flexibility.
Technical Data:
- Weight: 89 kg
- Dimensions of the Robot: L: 747 mm, W: 562 mm, H: 310 mm
- Powered by 100-240V, 13A+, 50-60 hz
- Robust design of non-corrosive materials
Robotic Cargo Hold Cleaning with CHR
By deploying the CLIIN robot in a cargo hold cleaning configuration, bulk shipping companies will be able to replace a normal four four-step cleaning process involving tons of chemicals and water with a one one-step pure freshwater cleaning process.
The CHR (Cargo Cleaning Robot) can be permanently installed on board the vessel and is easily operated by the vessel s crew as and when required.
Apart from limiting the environmental impact, the robotic cleaning process is faster, less labor intensive and provides a significantly more effective cleaning process, thus providing shipping companies a value proposition of more laden days, higher cargo intake and lower cost. Depending on the operational pattern, shipping companies can expect a return on investment in 6 – 12 months.
Equipped with high-pressure cleaning tools and magnetic tracks for climbing all parts of the cargo hold, the CHR ensures an efficient and thorough cleaning.
Robotic Tank Cleaning with TCR
CLIIN Robotics Tank Cleaning Robot (TCR) is an innovative solution designed to address the needs of professionals in the field of storage tank maintenance. With a seamless setup the TCR offers a streamlined, one-step freshwater cleaning process, eliminating the time-consuming task of setting up scaffolding. Equipped with magnetic belts, the robot ensures efficient access to all areas of the tank, both internally and externally, while being remotely controlled by an operator.
Unlike traditional methods, the TCR completes cleaning tasks within days instead of weeks, providing direct access to challenging areas. The system utilizes pure freshwater, eliminating the use of chemicals and reducing water consumption. Operated remotely from a safe distance, only 2-3 operators are required for the entire cleaning process, eliminating the need for chemical suits and extensive cleaning gear. This groundbreaking technology not only enhances efficiency but also prioritizes safety, minimizing the risks associated with working at heights and potential falls in tank cleaning operations. Experience a new era in tank cleaning with CLIIN Robotics.
Robotic Antifouling with HCR
CLIIN Robotics’ Antifouling System is a groundbreaking operational solution for hull grooming (proactive) and cleaning (reactive), enhancing sustainability and efficiency in vessel operations. As both an on- and offshore solution, it’s accessible for repeated usage on board. Designed to navigate seamlessly through strong currents both above and below the waterline, it ensures thorough grooming/cleaning without disrupting operations.
Versatile and effective, our system targets various levels of marine biofouling, ranging from light slime to heavy fouling, optimizing hull performance across diverse conditions. By utilizing proven cavitation technology, our solution is not only environmentally friendly but also cost cost-effective. Proactive maintenance, such as keeping hull surfaces smooth, has been proven to reduce fuel consumption, resulting in lower greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing the transfer of invasive species.
Accessible anytime, anywhere, our on-demand cleaning capabilities are operated remotely with ease and safety, for smooth and user-friendly operations.
What is the state of the market where you are currently active?
The market for robotic solutions in the shipping and oil & gas industries is rapidly evolving, driven by increasing demands for safety, efficiency, and sustainability. While robotic solutions are becoming more prevalent, traditional cleaning methods still dominate. In the maritime sector, cargo hold cleaning is commonly performed using cherry pickers and scaffolding, and hull cleaning often relies on divers, methods that can be labor-intensive and hazardous. Similarly, tank cleaning in the oil & gas industry typically involves manual methods with scaffolding, posing significant safety risks and operational inefficiencies. Despite the growth of robotic solutions, these traditional methods persist due to their entrenched presence and the industry’s cautious adoption of new technologies. However, our cutting-edge magnetic robots are gradually transforming these practices by offering safer, more sustainable, and efficient alternatives. We focus on addressing key pain points such as accessibility and environmental impact, setting new standards with solutions that use only water and minimize chemical use. As our technology gains traction, it is poised to shift industry standards towards more innovative, robotic-driven approaches. The market is on the cusp of a significant transition, with our solutions playing a pivotal role in redefining cleaning practices and enhancing operational safety and sustainability.
What can you tell us about market trends?
In recent years, the shipping and oil & gas industries have faced stricter regulations focused on sustainability and safety. In the shipping sector, there is a growing demand for technologies that enhance operational efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. This has driven interest in solutions like our robotic cargo hold cleaning and antifouling systems, which improve cleaning processes, reduce chemical usage, and enhance safety. Similarly, the oil & gas industry is increasingly investing in automation to meet stringent safety standards, especially in hazardous environments. Our remote robotic tank cleaning solutions address these needs by performing risky tasks without exposing workers to danger. Both industries are adapting to these regulatory pressures by embracing advanced technologies that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The trend towards digitalization and sustainable practices is reshaping how operations are conducted, pushing for greater efficiency and reduced environmental impact. Our technologies are well-positioned to support these market trends by offering safe, efficient, and eco-friendly solutions. By focusing on simplicity, safety, and sustainability, we help our clients navigate evolving regulations and contribute to a more sustainable future.
What are the most innovative products/services marketed?
Among the most innovative products we market is our Hull Cleaning Robot, which sets new standards in hull maintenance for the maritime industry. This innovative solution aligns with the industry’s increasing demand for sustainable and efficient technologies, addressing regulatory pressures and environmental goals effectively.
What estimations do you have for 2024?
For 2024, we anticipate several positive developments and growth opportunities for CLIIN Robotics. We expect increased adoption of our robotic solutions in both the shipping and oil & gas industries due to heightened regulatory pressures and a continued emphasis on sustainability. Our innovative Hull Cleaning Robot and robotic tank cleaning solutions are likely to see expanded use as industries seek more efficient and environmentally friendly maintenance options. We forecast a rise in market demand driven by the ongoing trend towards automation and digitalization. Additionally, we plan to enhance our technology offerings by integrating advanced features and expanding our service capabilities to better meet client needs. Overall, we are optimistic about continued growth and impact, aligned with our mission to support sustainable practices and operational excellence