5 Reasons Electric Robotic Tools are the Future of Industrial Cleaning

The industrial cleaning industry is evolving and ACS Automated Cleaning Solutions is leading the transformation.  We’re replacing outdated hydraulic-driven systems with all-electric, robotic cleaning tools designed for the challenges of modern confined space and hazardous zone cleaning.  It’s a smarter, faster, and safer way to clean.

If you’re still using hydraulic-actuated tools, here are five critical reasons to make the switch now.

1. Faster Setup = More Jobs, More Revenue

Time is money.  Traditional hydraulic systems are slow to deploy, require bulky hoses, heavy hose reels, oil-filled umbilicals, and hydraulic power units that can weigh hundreds of pounds.  Many setups demand three-phase power and often need an electrician just to get going.

ACS electric robotic tools deploy in minutes:

• Plug into a standard 120~240VAC outlet
• No electrician required
• Can run off a small 1800W generator or inverter
• Compact 20 lbs actuation control unit

With less gear to move around and zero complexity, your crew can go from setup to cleaning in record time.

2. Electric Motion = Precision, Responsiveness, and Repeatability

Hydraulic tools suffer from:

• Lag caused by air in lines
• Sluggish performance in extreme temps
• Decreased motion control when hydraulic flow is split across multiple tools

ACS electric motion is different:

• Pinpoint control down to 0.1 degrees
• Predictable, repeatable movement
• Full responsiveness, even during multi-tool operations

Electric actuation wins.  Every time.

3. Compact Design = Simpler Logistics, Greater Mobility

Hydraulic setups take up valuable space.  Power units, fluid tanks, and hose reels crowd your job site and slow down your crew.

ACS electric systems eliminate the excess:

• No hydraulic fluids
• No tangled reels or hoses
• Smaller footprint with lighter, modular components

Perfect for remote jobs, tight spaces, and complex site layouts.

4. No Fluids = No Leaks, Less Maintenance

Hydraulics equipment needs constant attention:

• Fluid changes
• Leak inspections
• Filter replacements
• Seal failures

ACS electric tools simplify your maintenance schedule:

• No hydraulic fluids = zero risk of leaks or contamination
• Fewer moving parts = less wear and tear
• Minimal maintenance = maximum uptime

Your crew stays focused on the job, not setting up or fixing equipment.

5. Certified Safe.  Designed for Sustainability.

ACS tools are engineered for the world’s most demanding environments:

• Class I, Division 1 and Zone 0 certified
• No emissions, oil spills, or fluid exposure
• Quiet, clean operation that reduces site risk

You stay compliant, reduce liability, and show your clients that you take environmental and operational safety seriously.

Hydraulics Had Their Time.  Electric is the Future.

Our all-electric tools are faster to deploy, easier to operate, cheaper to maintain, and safer to use.

Talk to us today to see how our robotic tools can modernize your fleet.