A vacuum cleaner is a device that uses an air pump to create a restricted vacuum to suck up dust and dirt from floors and from other surfaces such as fabric (carpets, floor mats etc.) and draperies. The low-pressure air caused by the air going into the vacuum cleaner draws up small objects which then get trapped in bags, canisters or filters.
The dirt is collected by one either dust bag or a cyclone for later disposal. Vacuum cleaners, which are used in homes and as well as in industries, come in a variety of models and sizes.
Types of Vacuum cleaners-
The industrial vacuum cleaner is no longer just a heavy, clumsy piece of kit that simply sucks dust. They are now more modern looking and easy to operate. Mentioned below are the types of Industrial Vacuum cleaners-
- UPRIGHT INDUSTRIAL VACUUM CLEANERS
An upright vacuum cleaner will usually have more cleaning bag capacity than a canister model; meaning emptying is less regular. An upright vacuum also tends to be easier to move around, especially on large carpeted areas, as the machine is not pulling behind. The weight can be an issue here as it requires moving the entire device back and forth in operation. This particular shape and size can also cause difficulties when vacuuming stairs or underneath pieces of furniture.
- CANISTER INDUSTRIAL VACUUM CLEANERS
Canister vacuum cleaners are best for hard floor surfaces as they are usually less operative on carpets. They are also usually quieter than their upright counterparts, with a low profile that makes cleaning stairs and underneath furniture easy. Typically, a canister vacuum will feature a long wand that is attached to the device via a flexible hose. The canister itself is mounted on wheels, which allows pulling and pushing the device around while cleaning. The variety of attachment makes this vacuum extremely useful and capable of cleaning various surfaces; including wood floors, tiles, and carpets.
- WET AND DRY INDUSTRIAL VACUUM CLEANERS
Industrial vacuum cleaners are not only for dry cleaning task, but they can also handle a lot of liquid spills and wet cleaning jobs. A wet and dry vacuum can be used to collect both types of by-product. To shift from one duty to another, all you have to do is change the filter type and perhaps the collection container in some circumstances. This can keep the different types of remains and residue separate from each other, allowing for easy maintenance and cleaning.
- STICK/BROOM INDUSTRIAL VACUUM CLEANERS
These extremely thin, light and versatile vacuums do not feature rollers or any beater bars. They are typically cordless and often contain no bags either. This makes this type of vacuum perfect for those small, quick jobs instead of the large scale cleaning tasks. This type of vacuum is not the best performer on the carpet and they are certainly not as powerful as an upright or canister vacuum.
- ROBOTIC OR AUTOMATIC INDUSTRIAL VACUUM CLEANERS
An automatic vacuum cleaner is lightweight in design and requires little to no assistance at all. This type of vacuum will clean an area based on the instructions provided to it by the operator, meaning the operator can leave the machine to do its job. After the cleaning task is complete, the machine will automatically switch off. The electronic sensors ensure that the device will avoid bumping into walls or falling off the edge of stairs etc. This type of industrial cleaning equipment does not require any cleaning bags and need to be charged rather than operating from the main power supply. It also makes a lot less noise than traditional types of vacuum cleaner. Although these are extremely quirky, they are not too common in the industrial sector.
Things to look out for while buying industrial vacuum cleaners–
There are certain things one should look out for while buying industrial vacuum cleaners-
- Vacuum Cleaner Performance- This is the most important thing to look out for while buying an industrial vacuum cleaner. The more the suction force, the more quickly it cleans up the mess. One should always look out for the kind of motor the vacuum uses.
- Filtration- An important, element of cleaning ability is the capability of the vacuum cleaner to retain the residuals, and especially the fine particulates, that it picks up. If a vacuum cleaner does not offer high levels of filtration, these fine particles can simply go right through the vacuum cleaner and back to the surrounding air, where they settle as dust and residue. Most quality vacuum cleaners will do an adequate job of filtering the air the leaves the machine. A high filtration or HEPA filtration vacuum cleaner is strongly recommended. HEPA stands for High-Efficiency Particulate Air. A HEPA filter must remove 99.97% of all particles as small as 0.3 microns in size from the air that passes through it. This is the standard “best” filtration method for residential applications. So always look out for certified HEPA vacuum cleaners.
- Quality and Durability- The quality of vacuum cleaner is also important and will determine whether it will be replaced in a year or two or will last for many years and even decades. When evaluating durability, look at the quality of the construction. Look for solid components of good quality as opposed to flimsy or brittle appearing materials. Look for a good fit and finish without rough and unfinished edges. The seals should be heavy duty and components that open and close should do so with a nice solid feel.
- Ease of Use– No matter how great a vacuum cleaner might be in terms of specifications, it must be easy to use. Regardless of the certain situation, the vacuum cleaner should feel good in the hand and not be very difficult or tiring to use. It should maneuver easily without straining to get around corners.
- Noise Level- Noise is also a significant consideration. Some vacuum cleaners can be so noisy that they’re almost unbearable to use. Many good vacuum cleaners can operate at levels that are quite comfortable. The amount of noise a vacuum makes while operating is rated in decibels. Extremely quiet vacuum cleaners can operate at decibel levels in the mid-60s while cleaners in the 70-77 dB range are still relatively quiet.
- Capacity- The capacity of a vacuum cleaner relates to the size of the dust bag or cup. The bigger it is, the less often it needs to be changed. When it comes to industry, this means that you’ll have greater amounts of residuals to remove.