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1. What&#;s the difference between a floor scrubber, sweeper, sweeper-scrubber, & scrubber-sweeper?
- Floor sweeper: uses brushes to dry sweep your floor and remove dust and debris.
- Floor scrubber: goes one step further to clean with water and often detergent as well.
- Floor sweeper-scrubber: first a dry sweep, then a wet scrub at two separate times.
- Floor scrubber-sweeper: a 2-in-1 technology using a cylindrical brush to scrub and sweep at the same time.
2. How does an autoscrubber work?
An automatic floor scrubber has a separate clean and dirty water tank. Fresh water is put down onto the floor through its own solution tank, brushes agitate the dirt and debris on the surface, a water vacuum system displaces dirty water into a separate recovery tank, and finally, the squeegees leave the surface dry. All in one pass and never recycling dirty water. Learn more about the Bulldog WD-20, the top battery-operated commercial autoscrubber on the market today.
3. Do I need to sweep my floors before I scrub?
Do you have light dust? Then typically no, scrubbing your floors will suffice. More than light dust? Then we generally recommend a quick sweep. But the answer ultimately depends on the debris on your floor. You can turn to us to help you decide what to do first.
4. What square footage will a floor sweeper or scrubber clean per hour?
Once again, it depends&#; Think of cleaning open warehouse floors vs. floors that have aisles to maneuver between. Or a facility that has light dust vs. stubborn soils. You tell us about your facility&#;s square footage, and we&#;ll point you in the right direction.
5. What&#;s the best fuel source for my machine?
Read our guide to help you decide between corded, battery, LP, gas, and diesel floor cleaning machines.
6. Do you sell used or refurbished floor scrubbers and sweepers?
Yes! It is important to have a high-performance floor cleaning machine you can trust, which is why we take our reconditioning process seriously. You can be certain your used floor sweeper or scrubber has been thoroughly inspected from top to bottom, from brush deck and squeegee assembly to frame and batteries, and has new replacement parts. We can also rebuild a floor scrubber or sweeper that you currently own, which is an economical and environmentally friendly way to upgrade industrial floor cleaning equipment.
7. What is the warranty on NEW sweepers and scrubbers sold by FCE?
Typically, 1 year labor & 3 years parts.
8. What is the warranty on USED sweepers and scrubbers sold by FCE?
Typically, 90 days labor & parts.
9. Should I use detergent?
Would you do the dishes without soap? Would you wash your hands with just water? Think about this when it comes to cleaning your floors without detergent. (Hint: using detergent is highly recommended.) Learn why scrubbing your floor with detergent will help remove allergens and germs, which can have a positive impact on the health of those in your facility.
10. What detergent is best?
Our floor cleaning professionals are your best resource to help you choose the best detergent based on your floors, but here&#;s a guide to choosing the best floor detergent that may help you narrow it down.
11. What should be regularly maintained on my floor cleaning machine?
On a basic level, you should be proactive about maintaining these items on your floor scrubber or sweeper. Reach out to our floor cleaning experts for a more specific maintenance checklist.
12. When should I schedule planned maintenance?
Your Operator&#;s Manual will recommend a service schedule for your floor scrubber or sweeper, but we typically recommend maintenance after every 100 hours of use. We offer a flat rate Planned Maintenance Program on a schedule that can be tailored to your specific equipment needs with Monthly, Quarterly, Annual, and Semi-annual plans.
13. Do you offer service?
Yes! At 8 of our locations, including Chicago, IL, Charlotte, NC, Houston and Dallas, TX, our trained Service Technicians will perform local repairs of all floor sweeper and scrubber models. For service in other areas of the country, we&#;ll connect you with experienced technicians from our partner service providers. Our Bulldog Scrubbers are serviced nationwide. Contact us to see if we perform service in your area.
14. How do I know what&#;s the correct replacement part for my sweeper or scrubber?
First, locate your floor cleaning machine parts manual. Then identify your part number and type it into our site&#;s search bar. Still not finding what you need? Contact us and our Parts Specialist will gladly help.
15. If I&#;m interested in leasing/financing, who is the leaseholder?
We offer financing for floor scrubbers and sweepers through the following leaseholders:
Specific Machine Concerns
Commercial floor cleaning machines aren&#;t one-size-fits-all. No surprise there. But if you&#;ve only been looking at industrial floor scrubbers, take a few moments to consider an industrial sweeper instead.
Why? Because industrial scrubbers are more than most operations need. Industrial sweepers do an excellent job keeping warehouse floors clean, and they:
- Last longer
- Cost less to own
- Are easier to operate
Industrial Scrubbers vs. Sweepers
Most people start out looking to buy an auto scrubber. Based on the name alone, it makes sense. If you want your floors to be as clean as possible, why sweep when you can scrub?
The fact is, the majority of businesses don&#;t need a scrubber UNLESS the application is for cleaning up oil, grease, and similar compounds. If you have a grimy work environment or need to disinfect floors, choose a scrubber instead of a sweeper.
Link to Felici Machinery
The vast majority of warehouse operations can use an industrial floor sweeper to get their floors clean. These high-powered machines are easier to use, have a lower cost of ownership and they get the job done.
Check out the video below. This Factory Cat sweeper eliminates dust and debris in a single pass.
Here are three reasons why sweepers are the best commercial floor cleaning machine for most warehouses.
1. Industrial Sweepers Are Easier to Use
To get floors clean, scrubbers use:
- Water
- Chemicals (usually)
- A squeegee
- and a brush system
With a sweeper, all you have to do is turn it on and go. When equipment is simple and easy to use, floors get cleaned more often.
2. Sweepers Last Longer Than Industrial Scrubbers
Commercial sweepers typically outlast scrubbers, even under harsh operating conditions. Generally speaking, sweepers can last for decades if they are maintained properly. They also require less maintenance than scrubbers, so you'll have more uptime.
3. Sweepers Are More Cost-Efficient Than Scrubbers or Manual Sweeping
We don&#;t need to tell you about the high cost of labor. If you have a big space to keep clean, a commercial floor cleaning machine will quickly pay for itself.
The average person can clean 4,000 - 5,000 square feet of flooring per hour.
With a walk-behind floor cleaning machine, they can clean 13,000 sq. ft./hr.
A single employee can clean up to 100,000 square feet of flooring per hour with a ride-on sweeper
Unlike auto scrubbers, commercial sweepers don't require any chemicals or water to operate. They also don't require a full clean down after operation &#; a labor cost that can add up overtime.
Lastly, because warehouse floor sweepers are simpler machines, they require less maintenance and have fewer parts that need replacement. Put another way: industrial sweepers cost less to own.
Industrial Sweepers for Sale and Rental in Washington State
If you&#;re concerned that a sweeper won&#;t be able to clean your warehouse floors, keep in mind that sweepers have been used for decades in mines, brick manufacturing plants and rugged steel mills (just to name a few). If you&#;re not convinced, we&#;ve got a great video for you featuring the TR:
Each of these models comes with a 3-year warranty, a lifetime filter that filters to 1 micron (made of poly felt, not paper) and an average life span of 15-20 years (for the walk-behind).
Not sure if you should choose a sweeper or scrubber? Deciding between walk-behind vs. ride-on cleaning equipment? Try before you buy. We rent commercial scrubbers and sweepers in a variety of sizes.
Please contact us if you have any questions whatsoever. are here to help. Our industrial cleaning machine experts will take the time to get to know your business and help you make an informed buying decision.
Auburn: 253-854-
Pasco: 509-547-
Wenatchee: 509-663-
Yakima: 509-457-
Further Reading:
Factory Cat GTR: Heavy Duty Industrial Floor Cleaning Machine
Product Review: Factory Cat 34 Walk Behind Floor Sweeper
When to Buy Walk-Behind Vs. Ride-On Industrial Cleaning Equipment
Why Does My Warehouse Need A Cleaning Plan?
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