Floor scrubbers are designed to quickly, thoroughly, and efficiently clean hard floors using water mixed with a special cleaning solution that removes stubborn dirt, grime and residue.
Machines powered by either battery or internal combustion typically come as walk behind floor scrubbers оr ride-on machines for larger facilities and are generally quiet enough for daytime use in sensitive environments.
Power
A walk-behind commercial floor scrubber machine is capable оf efficiently clearing away more grime and debris from hard floor surfaces than mop and bucket, by dispensing water mixed with cleaning solution, agitating іt using an oscillating powered brush, and collecting any liquid into a recovery tank for disposal.
This leaves facilities with cleaner floors which are safer for employees and customers while appearing more professional. Many scrubbers also include advanced features, including programmable dispensing systems that use eco-friendly soaps to save water, as well as battery power for nonstop cleaning operations.
This flexibility helps facility managers customize their cleaning operations while decreasing chemical usage and optimizing long-term battery performance. As these machines produce an abundance оf dust and dirt that may become airborne, it is vital to adhere to basic safety guidelines while using one. This includes wearing a face mask in order to avoid being exposed to harmful substances that, while harmless in small doses, could become toxic over time.
Cleaning Path
If your large industrial space requires extensive cleaning, and mop and bucket just aren’t getting the job done, a walk-behind floor scrubber may be your perfect solution. These machines are specifically designed to cover specific amounts of ground in one pass; you can operate it either manually or ride-on models for larger spaces.
Before beginning to scrub, it is wise to first clear away any debris that could cling onto or become lodged within your pads/brushes and cause unneeded wear and tear on equipment. Doing this will save time and reduce risk.
Tennant’s disk-style scrubber machine offers an effective alternative to caustic stripping chemicals and achieves cleaner floors with its nimble disk design. Increase productivity and operator safety through intuitive machine controls with on-demand tutorial videos through Pro-Panel LCD touchscreen technology, while the Smart-Fill automatic battery watering system eliminates checking, opening, and refilling flooded batteries reducing maintenance and battery maintenance costs significantly.
Water Capacity
Scrubbers differ from sweepers in that they use pads or brushes filled with water and a detergent solution to scrape away dirt. Most models feature a recovery tank that stores dirty water; once each use, this should be emptied out to prevent residue build-up or unpleasant odors from persisting.
Before using the scrubber, ensure the work area is free from debris and post warning signs so people know it’s being used. This helps reduce wear-and-tear on both the brush and pad as well as projectiles; additionally, you may consider pre-sweeping sticky floors before beginning, saving both time and reducing needless cleaning sessions.
For congested areas like offices, schools, and retail spaces, such as offices and schools, walk-behind floor scrubbers offer greater efficiency than mops and buckets. If larger areas need cleaning more quickly, ride-on models offer faster coverage in less time.
Squeegee
Squeegeeing is one of the key components of any floor scrubber. It channels water toward its collection point for collection by vacuum fan as your machine travels across surfaces, keeping surfaces cleaner than ever.
There are various squeegee blade materials on the market, each offering their own distinct set of advantages for different floors and environments. Gum rubber works best on smooth surfaces like VCT and concrete floors. Linatex provides more rigidity, making it the best option in high-traffic environments where squeegees may experience greater wear-and-tear abrasion.
Regularly inspect your squeegee for cracks, chips or any signs of wear to ensure consistent and quality results. Replace its blade when necessary for optimal results. Draining and rinsing both solution tank and recovery tank regularly are necessary to maintaining good equipment hygiene, avoiding foul odors from building up in your machine and backflushing vacuum hose is an effective way to clean out and remove build-up in it as well. Finally, ensure your squeegee is level and apply appropriate pressure levels.
