Tools Transformed Cleaning
From labour-intensive routines to technology-driven performance, India’s cleaning industry has matured. Venkatesh N, Proprietor, AVIVA Industries, speaks on tools, integration and sustainable innovation.
Over the past 15-20 years, the Indian cleaning industry has undergone a significant transformation. Traditionally, cleaning was viewed as a labour-intensive activity with limited emphasis on specialised tools, mechanisation and standardisation. Today, it has evolved into a specialised, technology-driven industry.
Growth of organised facility management, hospitality, healthcare, retail and manufacturing has created demand for professional solutions that deliver consistency, efficiency, hygiene and safety. Users today are more informed, evaluating products on performance, durability, ergonomics and cost of ownership.
For manufacturers like AVIVA this has opened opportunities to develop application-oriented solutions.
Integration Edge
One of the most significant developments has been the transition from manual practices to mechanised and purpose-designed systems. Professional cleaning machines have improved productivity across large facilities, while manual tools have advanced in ergonomics, material technology and durability. Automation should not be seen as replacement for manual labour. Its real contribution is improving efficiency, reducing physical effort and enabling measurable performance.
We believe the most meaningful development has been integration of tools, equipment and processes into complete solutions. A high-performance machine is only as effective as the tools and consumables supporting it.
Future Ready
The next decade will not be defined by one technology. The future will be shaped by convergence of automation, robotics, AI and sustainability. Robotics will expand in large facilities and repetitive tasks. AI will enable optimisation, data-driven decision-making and predictive maintenance. However, sustainability will become fundamental.
Industry will need to consider not just cleaning efficacy, but water consumption, chemical usage, durability and end-of-life impact. For manufacturers, innovation must deliver better performance with greater efficiency and lower environmental impact. The future lies in combining technology with practical engineering and responsible manufacturing.
“A high-performance machine is only as effective as the tools and consumables supporting it” — Venkatesh N, Proprietor, AVIVA Industries
CIJ: A Platform For Professionalisation
lean India Journal has played an important role in development and professionalisation of India’s cleaning industry. It has provided a valuable platform for knowledge-sharing, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, facility managers and end users. Through publications and events, it has created awareness of emerging technologies, international practices and evolving standards.
Equally important is its role in creating a sense of industry identity, contributing to a more organised and informed ecosystem.
Our association with Clean India Journal has been valuable for meaningful interaction with the wider industry. For a manufacturer, direct interaction with customers, facility managers and distributors provides insights into practical challenges that cannot be understood from a manufacturing perspective alone. These engagements help us understand how products are used in different environments and what customers expect in performance and value.
What stands out most is the sense of community that Clean India Journal has created — different stakeholders with a common objective of making cleaning more efficient and sustainable.
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