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An automatic floor scrubber can be a large investment, so getting the most life out of your machine is important. 

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Commercial carpeting is popular in many facilities because of its ability to hide dirt and soils. Unfortunately, this same quality makes carpet hard to clean, unless you have the right commercial vacuum cleaner. 

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Do you have the most efficient vacuum for your commercial hard flooring? Hard floors require additional attention when vacuuming to ensure that all dust and dirt particles are removed without damaging the floor.

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Two common, yet often confused, floor machines are commercial floor buffers and burnishers. Although similar in appearance, floor buffers and burnishers are used to complete different cleaning procedures and are operated in two different ways.

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If you’re asking the question, “How much does a commercial vacuum cost?” you’re probably getting ready to invest in a new vacuum. Commercial vacuums are a critical component of your floor maintenance program, and selecting the right vacuum(s) for your...

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Looking for the best commercial vacuum for your facility? To help you narrow down the choices we created a list of the 8 best commercial vacuum cleaners of 2023. Read more to find out which will be the best fit for your business.

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When purchasing janitorial cleaning equipment, the main focus typically relies on finding a machine that fits your budget and will provide your facility with a range of benefits such as improved worker productivity and enhanced cleaning results.

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Backpack vacuums have become popular in many commercial facilities. They provide janitorial staff with a range of benefits including increased range of motion, improved safety, reduced fatigue, and improved user comfort. When using a commercial backpack...

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Broken equipment is not only frustrating but delays worker productivity. Understanding when your equipment is in need of simple maintenance like tightening a loose hose or cleaning a filter can save you the extra time of bringing it in for professional...

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Commercial floor buffers and burnishers are used to improve floor appearance throughout your facility. To remain effective, floor pads need to be periodically replaced after wear, and they should be removed after each maintenance procedure to avoid...

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If you’re asking the question, “How much does a carpet extractor cost?” you’re probably getting ready to invest in a commercial carpet extractor or replace your current machine.  Carpet extractors can be a critical component of your carpet care...

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In today’s competitive environment one of your primary concerns is likely finding ways to lower your cleaning costs. In the average facility, vacuuming can represent 15-25% of the total cost of cleaning your building, thus lowering the cost of vacuuming...

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Automatic floor scrubbers can vary greatly in terms of types, sizes, features, and more. The wide variety of available brands and models can be confusing when trying to select which floor scrubber is best, but choosing the right one for your business...

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Looking for the best walk-behind automatic floor scrubber for your facility? To help you narrow down the choices we created a list of the 5 top-rated walk-behind auto floor scrubbers of 2023. Read more to find out which will be the best fit for your...

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When working properly, auto floor scrubbers effectively scrub and dry floors in one pass, reducing labor and other costs. But, like any janitorial cleaning equipment they can experience issues that will cause them to break or stop working.  Broken...

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Looking for the best upright or micro auto floor scrubber for your facility? To help you narrow down the choices we created a list of the 5 top-rated upright and micro auto floor scrubbers of 2023. Read more to find out which will be the best fit for...

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All janitorial cleaning equipment, including your floor burnishers, will break down at some point or another.  Some problems you will be able to fix yourself, while others will require expert help. If you can solve the problem yourself, you will...

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The cost of an automatic floor scrubber is a large factor you have to consider when choosing a scrubber for your facility. The best auto scrubber for your facility will match your business’ needs and budget. Auto floor scrubbers, or auto scrubbers,...

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When equipment breaks, it leads to equipment downtime. Without janitorial cleaning equipment, your janitorial cleaning team will have to spend more time completing each task, leading lower worker productivity and higher labor costs.  Knowing the...

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Interested in the best floor burnisher for your facility? This article will help you decide which one is best for you based on power source, transmission, cleaning path size, and more. Read more to discover the top 5 floor burnishers of 2023.

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Almost all commercial facilities have carpeted floors somewhere in the building that will be affected by dirt and stubborn stains. Even with the best entry matting system and routine vacuuming schedule, your facility’s carpet will need to be...

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Floor burnishers are an important addition to any facility’s floor maintenance program. They are used to polish or burnish a floor to bring out its original shine. Shiny floors lead to a great looking facility and happy guests.  Like any purchase,...

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Facility managers are continuously looking for ways to increase cost savings, improve worker productivity, and achieve better cleaning results. Janitorial cleaning equipment is designed to remove dirt and soils with more efficiency, ultimately providing...

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In many facility’s, periodic scrubbing, buffing, stripping, and cleaning of commercial floors are necessary to keep the floors looking great. Investing in the right commercial floor buffer will provide labor & time savings, increased cleaning results,...

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Vacuuming can represent between 15-25% of the total cleaning cost of your building. In most facilities, vacuuming is completed daily to remove abrasive soils and keep your facility looking great, but it also takes up a lot of your time and money. According...