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                  Collection Tank                    Upright vacuums
                   Most commercial machines collect    Commercial upright vacuum cleaners differ in terms of number
                  the dirt in a tank. If fine dust is being   of motors and type of bags used to collect debris. Single-motor
                  vacuumed, it will probably take    uprights are used largely in classrooms, lobby rooms, office space,
                  some time to fill the tank, but larger   hotel rooms and smaller areas that require quick cleaning. These
                  dirt and debris can fill a tank very   machines are relatively lightweight so users can clean at a faster
                  quickly.The volume of dirt and the   pace. It’s also easier to transfer single-motor uprights to and from
                  desired frequency of emptying the   cleaning carts or between rooms.
                  tank should be considered, because a
                  full tank will result in poor suction.   Dual-motor uprights are used in areas that require a more
                  Tanks are typically made from      thorough cleaning. Heavier than their single-motor counterparts,
                  stainless steel, which is resistant   these models are frequently used to clean lobbies in hotels, schools
                  to mechanical abrasion. However,   and other areas with high amounts of foot traffic.
                  where there are aggressive chemicals   Both types of uprights can be fitted with a high filtration bag for
                  to be removed, a Polypropylene (PP)   debris collection.
                  vessel should be used.


                  Bagged vs bagless                  Backpack Vacuums
                   Bagged vacuums reduce dirt          Cleaning spaces like cubicles, stairways, under furniture and other
                  and dust when the bag is removed   tight quarters calls for a more versatile machine. Backpack models
                  to be replaced and they are lower   are vacuums with a hose and wand that sucks debris, dust and dirt
                  maintenance overall. Bagless       into the canister which is designed to fit on the users back, hips
                  vacuums have no cost for bags and   and shoulders. In this way, the repetitive back-and-forth motion of
                  they create less waste since bags will   vacuuming with an upright is eliminated. Since this type is smaller
                  not need to be thrown out. Artificial   and more maneuverable, users can navigate highly populated areas
                  filters will need to be cleaned and   without disturbing passersby. For this reason, backpack vacuums are
                  replaced from time to time. Canister   also frequently used to clean office spaces and education facilities.
                  emptying can cause allergies for
                  employees and might also cause a
                  mess if not done correctly.
                                                     Canister vacuums
                  Filter system                        Canister vacuums operate similarly to a backpack vacuum, but
                   For ease of use and efficiency, a   the user does not wear the machine on his or her back. Instead,
                                                     the machine is fitted with wheels, allowing the user to easily pull
                  vacuum cleaner with an efficient   it from one area to the next. Canister vacuums can clean a variety
                  filter system should be used, which   of surfaces, so they’re quite useful in facilities with multiple floor
                  will minimise clogging and be      types. Because canister vacuums have small and maneuverable
                  easy to keep clean. Certified High   cleaning heads, they can easily clean under desks and furniture.
                  Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA)   They can also maneuver around obstacles and fit in tight spaces. An
                  filters can collect the smallest   added bonus: canister vacs are usually quieter than upright versions,
                  particles, helping to maintain a high   making them ideal for noise-sensitive environments like hospitals.
                  air quality in dust sensitive areas.
                  These are very useful for businesses
                  that need to ensure that every surface
                  in every room is allergen-free.    Wet and dry vacuums

                                                       Cleaning moisture and soiled areas from floors is most effective
                  Noise level                        with a wet and dry vacuum. Capable of vacuuming wet and dry
                   Low noise machines are becoming   messes simultaneously, these systems also help speed up floor
                  quite the norm now. For operator   stripping and refinishing. Wet/dry vacuums are perfect for cleaning
                  comfort and safety, and also       up construction and renovation sites, removing moisture from floors
                  for vacuuming in shops, hotels,    and carpets in schools, removing debris and particles from industrial
                  hospitals and other public areas, low   settings and cleaning other heavy-duty jobs.
                  noise machines are a good choice.                                                              CIJ


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