Walk-Behind Vs Ride-On Floor Cleaning Machines
When handling a cleaning project, you want to choose the right equipment. Knowing what kind of brush you need for tile versus wood, as well as the type of polish, can make all the difference in accomplishing a job of any size. You want to increase your productivity while avoiding unnecessary body strain.
How do you choose the right cleaning machine? Floor sweepers and scrubbers come in different sizes, and you need to decide if you want a battery-powered machine or a cord. There are so many choices, and they can seem overwhelming. PS Janitorial wants to help reduce the worry over all the options. We will go over one basic choice; do you want equipment you can ride, or maneuver from behind?
Ride-On Equipment
Ride-on or stand-on cleaners are exactly what they sound like. The equipment is a miniature vehicle that the operator sits or stands on to wield over a designated floor. We may see versions of these in warehouses or large floors.
One benefit of using the ride-on is that they cover more surface area and give the operator a break. They’re good for when you have to handle more floor than manual labor can handle, and working on a tight schedule.
In addition, ride-on scrubbers and sweepers carry more water and energy. Since many machines use stored water to clean floors, larger machines can handle heavier jobs. This is useful for warehouses, stadiums, and even corporate supermarkets You also have a lower chance of running out of stored water, or to tire out your operators.
Walk-Behind Equipment
Walk-behind machines require someone standing behind them and moving along so that the cleaning is done. The operator has to take a more active role, maneuvering the vehicle with their hands. These cleaners and scrubbers are more useful when you have uneven floors or obstacles in the way.
These scrubbers are best for when you have areas with ramps or narrow doorways. Not all residences or businesses will have large surface areas, especially in older cities with narrower buildings. If you are cleaning apartments and tiny stores in the heart of New York City, San Francisco, or downtown Miami, for example, your crew will want a walk-behind machine.
Shorter Vs. Longer Periods For Cleaning
Time is one huge factor. Some clients will not pay more than a couple of hours, to keep their costs down. They will appreciate if you can clean floors within the agreed amount of time. That way, they will keep hiring your crew.
A walk-behind will take more time because the machines require more manual labor. Operators are more likely to tire out if using a walk-behind or a standing machine model since standing is more laborious than sitting.
Learn More From PS Janitorial
Performance Systems Janitorial wants to help you find the right scrubber for your cleaning crew. We have experts who know what machines will fit your budget and surface area. Reduce the need to clean for long periods, and potential labor costs as workers have to deal with huge projects.
Reach out to us today to learn more. Let’s get your crew fitted for the next assignment, to clean all the floors in the future.