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In this episode of Blue Collar Startup, hosts Mike Nelson and Derek Foster explore how robotics and automation are being used in real-world trade businesses to solve labor challenges, improve efficiency, and deliver better results. From commercial cleaning to healthcare facilities, we break down what the technology actually does, where it works best, and why robots are becoming tools—not replacements—on the modern jobsite. Check out our Blue Collar StartUp Patreon for exclusive bonus content!   / how-robots-help-146011099   00:00 Intro and welcome to Blue Collar Startup 01:30 Snowstorms, winter work, and life in the trades 03:10 The real cost of vacations for business owners 04:40 Setting up the episode: robotics in the trades 06:00 Derek’s background and growth of Daigle Cleaning Systems 08:20 Introducing robotics and automation in cleaning 10:45 Business acquisition and scaling during COVID 13:30 How cleaning robots actually work (mapping & programming) 16:45 What robots can and cannot replace 19:10 Safety, sensors, and robots working around people 21:30 Productivity gains and reallocating human labor 24:00 Using robotics to open doors with new clients 26:20 ROI, cost savings, and efficiency benefits 28:45 Where robotics works best: healthcare, offices, schools 31:15 Residential vs. commercial cleaning differences 34:00 Franchising, systems, and avoiding costly mistakes 36:30 Labor shortages and the future of automation 39:00 Industry standards, certifications, and audits 44:20 Advice for business owners considering robotics 50:09 Episode wrap-up and sponsor acknowledgments