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Tennant Company Introduces Its First Autonomous Robotic Vacuum, the P1 VAC

Business Wire•20/10/2026•09:00 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Tennant (TNC) launches its first autonomous robotic vacuum, the P1 VAC
  • ➤P1 VAC expands Tennant’s robotics portfolio into autonomous soft-floor cleaning
  • ➤Tennant plans 10 new products within 24 months for a $250 million robotics equipment business by 2028
  • ➤P1 VAC is now available to order

Expert Statements

Pat Schottler, Senior Vice President, Robotics at Tennant Company

“The P1 VAC was developed with a straightforward goal: make autonomous cleaning easier to adopt and easier to operate”

Pat Schottler, Senior Vice President, Robotics at Tennant Company

“Customers are looking for practical solutions that help them maintain cleaning standards while making the most of available resources. The P1 VAC delivers dependable cleaning performance in a solution that is intuitive, productive, and backed by Tennant's expertise and support.”

Brandon J., Building and grounds director for the Cumberland School District in Wisconsin

“Before using the P1 VAC, routine vacuuming and dust mopping took a significant portion of our team's day, especially in high-use areas like our gymnasiums and hallways”

Brandon J., Building and grounds director for the Cumberland School District in Wisconsin

“Now we can automate those routine cleaning tasks and spend more time focusing on maintenance projects and other priorities throughout the district. The flexibility it gives our team has been one of the biggest benefits.”

Tennant Company Introduces Its First Autonomous Robotic Vacuum, the P1 VAC

New autonomous vacuum expands Tennant's robotics portfolio with a practical, easy-to-use solution for everyday commercial cleaning

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