Introduction: innovation for the benefit of golf courses and large spaces
Robotic mowing has come a long way in recent years. These days, demanding golf course or green space managers are looking for solutions that combine quality mowing, reduced costs, and the optimisation of human resources.
At Belrobotics, the professional robotic mowing pioneer, innovation has always been the focus of our mission. After making history with the GPS-RTK and Wisenav®, we are now crossing a bold new frontier with Wisecut, a technology that radically transforms the automatic maintenance of golf courses.
Wisecut is more than just a technical upgrade: it revolutionises smart mowing management, because it is designed as a solution to the daily challenges of greenkeepers, golf course operators, and managers of sports grounds or landscaped areas.
What is Wisecut?
Wisecut is an exclusive Belrobotics software innovation that lets our robotic mowers adjust automatically to the required mowing height for each area of the golf course.
This means that a single robot can now:
- mow a fairway in parallel strips to 15 mm,
- move onto the semi-rough and immediately adjust the cutting height to 30 mm,
- and then finish on the rough with a higher cutting height of 60 mm, without human intervention or changing the machine.
This intelligent, automated operation provides:
- perfect uniformity from one area to another,
- significant time savings for maintenance teams,
- reduced investment in conventional equipment.
Wisecut embodies the Belrobotics promise: grounds that are always immaculate, with fewer constraints and greater cost-effectiveness.
Why is differentiated mowing challenging on a golf course?
A golf course is made up of areas with very different requirements:
- Tee box: mown short (8-12 mm) for a stable shot.
- Fairway: cut to a height of 12 to 25 mm for balls to roll easily.
- Semi-rough: intermediate area (25-40 mm) that defines the transition.
- Rough: higher grass (50-100 mm) to mark the boundaries of the playing area.
- Apron: fine cut (8-12 mm) for ease of approach.
In the past, these height differences required several specialist machines, time-consuming manual adjustment, and heavy logistics. With Wisecut, these constraints disappear: a fleet of 4 to 8 Belrobotics robotic mowers is enough to maintain almost all of a golf course (except the green, which still has special requirements).
Technology based on tried and tested innovations
Wisecut fits into an ecosystem of proven technologies:
- GPS-RTK: guarantees mowing accuracy of 3 to 5 cm.
- Wisenav®: eliminates the need for a boundary wire.
- SW 5.3: the latest software version manages mowing areas, no-go zones, cutting angles, and obstacles with greater precision.
By combining these innovations, Belrobotics robots are becoming true intelligent partners for greenkeepers.
Mechanical improvements for an even finer cut
The innovation is not only in the software. Our engineers have redesigned the cutting mechanism:
- Six blades per disc (compared to three in the past), a total of 30 blades per robot.
- A slightly curved design to prevent scalping.
- A finer, more regular cut.
- Longer blade life and easier maintenance.
The result: better-looking, healthier grass, with lower maintenance costs.
Centralised, intuitive management with the Connect App.
The greenkeeper’s job is changing: less mechanical servicing, more intelligent control. The Belrobotics Connect App application provides a complete dashboard:
- Real-time monitoring of the fleet.
- Remote adjustment of settings (PC, tablet, smartphone).
- Centralised management of several zones and robots.
- Automatic notifications and reports.
The Connect App allows direct interaction with each robot and global control that simplifies everyday management.
A cost-effective and sustainable investment
By using Wisecut and Belrobotics robots, combined with the Ballpicker golf ball collector, you almost completely automate your golf course.
The financial benefits are clear:
- Average return on investment time: 3 years.
- Minimum working life: 8 years.
- Lower costs compared to conventional heavy, energy-hungry machines.
- Optimised human resources: reassign people to higher value-added tasks.
Testimony from the field: satisfied greenkepers
Michael André, manager of Golf du Château de la Bawette, says:
“Thanks to Belrobotics robotic mowers, the fairways are mown to perfection every day. The density and quality of the grass have clearly improved. Our teams have more time for other tasks and our players enjoy an outstanding course.”
This example is a perfect illustration of the value added by Wisecut: improving the quality of play whilst optimising the club’s resources.
FAQ: All about Wisecut
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Can Wisecut replace all the mowers on a golf course?
Almost. All areas except the green can be maintained by Belrobotics robots equipped with Wisecut. The green must still be handled by a conventional cylindrical mower.
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What is the mowing precision with Wisecut?
With GPS-RTK, the precision is 3 to 5 cm, even in narrow or hilly areas.
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How many robots do you need to maintain a whole golf course?
On average, 4 to 8 robots are enough, depending on the size and configuration of the course.
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What is the maintenance cost for robots?
It is lower than for conventional machines. The new six-blade discs extend the working life and reduce maintenance costs.
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What is the working life of Belrobotics robots?
At least eight years, with return on investment in just three years.
Conclusion: Belrobotics, the future of robotic mowing
With Wisecut, Belrobotics is opening up a new era of robotic mowing: smarter, more precise, and more cost-effective. This unique technology lets golf clubs and green space managers reduce their costs, optimise their resources and, above all, offer players and visitors a premium-quality experience.
Wisecut is not just an upgrade: it’s a sustainable revolution, supporting professionals and the excellence of the game.