Pudu Robotics' PUDU SH1 Recognized with the Prestigious iF Design Award 2025

PUDU SH1 Wins the Renowned iF Design Award 2025

Pudu Robotics, a global leader in service robotics, has garnered international acclaim with its groundbreaking PUDU SH1 Smart Upright Scrubber Dryer, recently awarded the prestigious iF Design Award 2025. This accolade, celebrated in the realm of industrial design, reaffirms Pudu Robotics' status as a pioneer in innovative robotic solutions, marking the second time it has secured this notable recognition.

Recognition from a Global Jury

The PUDU SH1 was chosen by an international jury from nearly 11,000 submissions across 66 countries, highlighting its outstanding cleaning performance, user-centered design, and sustainable efficiency tailored for commercial cleaning applications. This advanced cleaning device not only meets industry standards but also redefines them, effectively addressing various challenges while enhancing operational workflows.

Revolutionizing Cleaning Performance

Promoting multidimensional cleaning capabilities, the PUDU SH1 effectively reaches floors, desktops, and vertical glass surfaces, making it exceptionally versatile. Its compact design enables operation in confined spaces, boasting a height of only 10 mm and a width of 40 mm, ensuring thorough coverage beneath furniture and in other inaccessible areas. Equipped with a pressing force of 27 kg, a robust brush speed of 350 rpm, and suction power of 20 kPa, the SH1 excels at tackling stubborn stains, such as grease, dust, and dried residues, making it the ideal choice for a variety of commercial environments.

User-Centric Design for Enhanced Experience

The SH1 redefines operational experience with its innovative single-piece handle, facilitating seamless operation whether using one or two hands. Beyond traditional physical buttons, the device includes a unique rotary dial, allowing for swift mode changes through intuitive sliding, complemented by real-time screen updates for clear visual guidance. For improved usability, the scrubber features a foot-pedal activation mechanism, minimizing user bending and enabling effortless transitions between active and standby modes. Additionally, smartphone connectivity offers real-time monitoring and data-driven insights, granting users better control over their cleaning processes.

Boosting Commercial Value and Brand Image

Outperforming manual cleaning in terms of speed and consistency, the SH1 also facilitates cleaning during off-peak hours and in multi-shift operations, optimizing economic efficiency. Its sleek and modern design not only enhances workplace aesthetics but also incorporates IoT functionalities for transparent, data-driven reporting. Since its launch, the SH1 has been deployed in over 1,000 establishments worldwide, including hotels, restaurants, hospitals, retail stores, and shopping centers. The scrubber has also been nominated for the ISSA Excellence Awards 2024 in the Small Equipment category.

Pudu Robotics: A Leader in Design Excellence

Pudu Robotics takes pride in being the first service robotics company to receive four of the most prestigious industrial design awards: the Red Dot Design Award, the G-Mark Award, the IDEA Award, and the iF Design Award. The recognition of the PUDU SH1 with the iF Award not only underscores its exceptional design but also reflects the brand's unwavering commitment to shaping industry change through relentless innovation.

About the iF DESIGN AWARD

Since 1954, the iF DESIGN AWARD has served as a globally recognized hallmark of outstanding design. The iF Design brand has established itself internationally as a symbol of exceptional design accomplishments. The iF DESIGN AWARD, one of the world's leading design awards, honors design excellence across all disciplines, including product, packaging, communication, and service design, architecture and interior design, as well as professional concepts, user experience (UX), and user interface (UI). All awarded submissions are showcased on ifdesign.com.

About Pudu Robotics

Pudu Robotics aims to enhance human productivity and living standards through innovative robotic technology. Focused on the research and development, manufacturing, and distribution of service robots, Pudu Robotics holds over a thousand authorized patents encompassing a wide range of core technologies. The company’s robots are utilized across various industries, including food service, retail, hospitality, healthcare, entertainment, education, and manufacturing. To date, Pudu Robotics has successfully delivered over 80,000 units to diverse markets, operating in more than 60 countries and regions worldwide. For further updates and business developments, follow Pudu on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram.