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“With everything else dropping out of the competitive equation,
knowledge has become the only source of long-run, sustainable,
competitive advantage”
-Lester Thurow
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Vacuum Products
Vacuums are the most versatile product of all cleaning equipment. Every
location you encounter will need vacuum products. The style of vacuum required
depends on the application. Vacuuming should be done before any carpet
cleaning is attempted.
Fan or Impeller Vacuums
Fan or impeller vacuums are the most common style of vacuum.
Impeller vacuums use a fan attached to a high speed motor that creates
air flow. Similar to a propeller, these fans spin at high speed and create
suction. Impeller vacuums are not “true” vacuums, since no sealed
containment bin is present. These units pick up the soil and force it into a
containment bin. In most cases, the containment bin is a paper bag
housed inside of a cloth shake-out bag. In some instances, the
collection bin is a dust cup collector that does not require a bag. This
system is commonly referred to as a “dirty air system.” The dirt and debris
passing directly through the impeller will damage it over a period of time.
Impeller vacuums generally employ the use of a beater bar/brush combination.
Over time, the beater bar can damage carpet by breaking off fibers. The filtration
level on this style of vacuum is usually low because of the soil being forced
through the collection bag. These vacuums make up a large percentage of all
vacuums sold in the commercial market. The prices range from $130-$250
depending upon the make and model. These vacuums generally have a short
life expectancy and require repeated maintenance. Common brands include
Eureka Sanitaire, Oreck, Hoover, Panasonic and Royal. Windsor does not
manufacture or promote this style of vacuum.
Single Motor Uprights
Single motor uprights use an electric motor that creates a vacuum and
propels the brush roller. While only employing a single motor like an
impeller style vacuum, these vacuums are considered “clean air
systems” based on the soil never traveling through the vacuum motor.
The air movement created is pulled through the containment bin or
bag housing where the soil is collected in a disposable bag. The air
then exits the compartment through a filter system. There are many
differentiation points on these units--some have automatic adjustments, lights
that identify a full bag or clogs and many other features you will not find on the
fan-style vacuum. Many of these units provide indoor air quality (IAQ) features
with 99.6% filtration at .3-microns. These units will take a little more sales skill,
but studies have shown that over 50% of the fan-style purchasers would buy this
type unit over the existing fan model given the opportunity and the proper value
explanation. The pricing varies significantly with features and benefits and range
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from $225-$500. Common brands include Windsor, Advance, Clarke, NSS,
Tennant, Hoover, and Panasonic. Windsor products include:
Windsor Single Motor Upright Products
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Sensor XP 12
Sensor XP 15
Sensor XP 18
1.012-024.0
1.012-027.0
1.012-030.0
• Automatic adjustment of the vacuum brush for any
surface
• Wand for detail work
• Sensor automatically shuts down when the bag is
full
• Sensor automatically shuts down when brush motor
is clogged
• 99.6% efficient at .3 microns
Sensor S 12
Sensor S 15
1.012-021.0
1.012-022.0
• Wand for detail work
• Sensor automatically shuts down when the bag is
full
• Sensor automatically shuts down when brush motor
is clogged
• 99.6% efficient at .3 microns
Dual Motor Upright Vacuums
Considered the “work horse” model because of its durability,
dual motor vacuums are for high usage applications. Dual
motor vacuums are designed to run significant hours in a day
and have high duty cycles. These units use an independent
vacuum motor and a brush motor to keep performance high
and failures low. This makes them more of an investment
when compared to single motor vacuums. These vacuums
generally have a long life expectancy due to their simple reparability. Repairs
can be more costly, but occur less frequently that lower priced vacuums. Like the
single motor uprights, dual motor uprights are “clean air systems,” so soil never
travels through the vacuum motor. Dual motor uprights are true vacuums.
These vacuums employ a disposable paper bag and occasionally have a cloth
bag option housed in the containment housing. Dual motor uprights are
excellent choices in facilities that have heavy traffic and require years of service
from their vacuums. Applications such as education, healthcare, large public
facilities and hospitality are excellent fits. Anywhere you can sell value and
longevity; this will be the vacuum of choice. This product requires more sales
skill than any of the others since you are selling quality, productivity and
longevity over price. The price point runs anywhere from $450-$900 depending
upon manufacture and model. Common brands include Windsor, Advance,
Clarke, NSS, and Tennant. Windsor products include:
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Windsor Dual Motor Upright Products
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Versamatic 14
Versamatic 18
1.012-034.0
1.012-036.0
• The oldest dual motor vacuum still available
• Removable brush strip allows replacement of the
strip rather than the entire brush roll
Versamatic Plus 14
Versamatic Plus 18
1.012-038.0
1.012-040.0
• Removable brush strip allows replacement of the
strip rather than the entire brush roll
• As on all the Windsor vacuums, the belt that drives
the brush is completely enclosed and protected
• Utilizes the same bags as the Sensor, which allows
the customer to only stock one bag
Axcess 12
Axcess 15
1.012-061.0
1.012-062.0
• Axcess steers right and left with a turn of the wrist
• 20% faster than a conventional vacuum in
congested areas
• Better for people with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Burnisher head available to turn Axcess into small
area active filtration burnisher
Wide Area Vacuums
Any vacuum that employs a vacuum shoe of 20” and higher is
considered a wide-area vacuum. Most models range from 24”-30”.
Wide area vacuums operate on the same “clean air system” as dual
motor uprights, only in a larger capacity. In most cases, these units
will employ dual vacuum motors to compensate for the larger
opening. These units are designed to be used in large open areas of
carpet or long hallways. Wide area vacuums can offer high filtration and
increased productivity over uprights. Most wide area vacuums utilize a single
brush-roller, some (including the NuWave) employ dual counter-rotating brush
technology. Windsor products include:
Windsor Wide Area Vacuum Products
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Wave 1.012-505.0
• 75’ cord
• 6 position height adjustment
• On-board tools & wand
NuWave
1.012-533.0
• Dual counter rotating brushes for front & back pass
in single stroke
• Floating brush deck requires no operator
adjustments
• Brushes are removable with no tools for easy
cleaning
Sweeper/Vacs
Over the past five years, sweeper/vacs have seen a steady
increase in replacing cord electric wide area vacuums. This
is based primarily on the tremendous increase in
productivity with a sweeper/vac that is obtained by
eliminating the cord and by utilizing battery power.
Sweeper/vacs operate similar to impeller vacuums, except
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the soil and debris do not travel through the fan. The impeller in a sweeper/vac
only creates a small amount of airflow that assists in collecting lighter dust and
soil. The large main broom “sweeps” the soil and debris into a hopper. These
machines can be used in outdoor or indoor applications, but never both with the
same machine. These work well in environments where larger objects are being
picked up. A movie theater would be a location that you might sell a sweeper.
Areas that have hard floors and carpet floors that want a dual-purpose unit might
be another. Sweeper/Vacs lack high quality filtration and are not true vacuums.
The prices and styles vary greatly and range from $1000 for low-end sweepers to
$6000 for very large ones. Brands include, Windsor, IPC Eagle, Tennant and
Advance. Windsor products include:
Windsor Walk Behind Sweeper/Vacs
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Radius 280 Deluxe
1.517-206.0
• Battery powered
• Vacuum fan provides active dust control
• Easy main and side broom adjustments
• Side broom fold up for cleaning in dusty
environments
Radius 300
9.840-664.0
• 1.4 ft3 (40 l) hopper capacity
• Active dust control system
Canister Vacuums
Canister vacuums employ a wand and hose connected to a
“canister” that sets on the ground. In some models the vacuum
head contains an electrically powered brush roller. In other models
no brush roller or power is present. Canister vacuums have become
a popular replacement for back pack style vacuums since they have
similar components. A canister vacuum can trail along with the user
but do not have to be carried on the back. Many canister vacuums are quieter
than their upright counterparts and are great to use in noise sensitive areas such
as call centers and lobbies. Canister vacuums have better filtration than fan or
impeller vacuums and therefore are preferable replacements to that style.
Canister vacuums are considered “clean air systems” and are “true vacuums”.
Pricing varies significantly from low 100’s up to $1000.
Common brands include Windsor, North American, and Advance. Windsor
products include:
Windsor Canister Vacuum Products
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Trekvac 2
1.527-104.0
• Washable nylon main filter
• Quick connect hose system
• Onboard floor tool storage
Trekvac 3
1.355-107.0
• Washable nylon main filter
• Quick connect hose system
• Onboard floor tool storage
• 61 dB allows for cleaning in sound sensitive areas
• 99% efficient at .3 microns
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Back Pack Vacuums
Back pack vacuums have made a strong impact on the
market in applications where quick vacuuming is a necessity.
Back pack vacuums are essentially canister vacuums that
the operator wears. They offer similar features and options
as canister vacuums. This is the only style of cleaning
equipment an operator wears. Back packs utilize a single
motor but the performance is not as high as a standard vacuum because it lacks
brush agitation. Building service contractors represent the largest segment of
end-users for this product. Prices range from $350-$700. Common brands
include Windsor, ProTeam, Clarke, Advance, Tennant, and NSS. Windsor
products include:
Windsor Back Pack Vacuum Products
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Vac Pac 6
1.014-007.0
• Spacer between belt and motor to reduce heat on
lower back
• Wide variety of tools
Vac Pac 10
1.014-005.0
• Spacer between belt and motor to reduce heat on
lower back
• Wide variety of tools
Wet/Dry Vacuums
Wet/Dry vacuums are a very commonly used piece of equipment used
primarily for wet pick up. It can be used for dry applications but a filter
bag must be placed in the tank of the machine to prevent dust from
being pulled into the vacuum motor. Wet/dry vacuums have
increasingly become commodity products over the past 10 years. With
a large influx of consumer products into the market, the profitability of
these units has dropped dramatically in the commercial segment. Virtually every
facility has the need for a wet/dry vacuum. A bypass motor of 1.5 to 3
horsepower is the standard. The machine is traditionally used with a 2-bend
wand and a squeegee floor tool. Front mount squeegee units are very effective
for fast recovery of liquid. Inexpensive units designed for consumer use do not
usually have a commercial bypass vacuum as part of the machine. They are
rated to run 30 minutes a week versus 8 hours per day on a commercial wet/dry.
Windsor products include:
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Windsor Wet/Dry Vacuums
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Titan 8
Titan 16
Titan 20
1.013-006.0
1.013-008.0
1.013-010.0
• 87” of waterlift
• Made with strong blow-molded plastic
• Comes with 8 piece tool kit
Recover 7
Recover 12
Recover 17
Recover 12 w/FMS
1.428-513.0
1.428-609.0
1.667-142.0
9.840-844.0
• Onboard cleaning tools storage
• 94.3” of waterlift on Recover 17
• 80” of waterlift on Recover 7 & 12
Chariot iVac ATV 24 & 34
Recently, a new category was created by Windsor with
the introduction of the Chariot Stand-Up riding vacuum
cleaner. The unique feature of the iVac ATV is its’ ability
to vacuum all types of surfaces, hard or soft, effectively
and thoroughly. The Chariot ATV utilizes a specially
designed vacuumized brush deck that employs dual
counter-rotating brushes and a vacuum tray to allow the ATV to vacuum virtually
any surface. The 24” machine also comes standard with off-board cleaning
feature that allows the operator to clean remote locations up to 20 feet from the
machine. Each Chariot ATV is equipped with HEPA filtration as a standard
feature. With production rates of 23,000-34,000 sq ft per hour respectively, the
Chariot iVacs can outperform wide area vacuums, uprights and back packs.
Windsor Stand-On Vacuums
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Chariot iVac 24 ATV
HEPA Vacuum
Varies
• Multi-surface cleaning HEPA stand-on vacuum
designed for carpet, tile, wood, concrete, stone,
rubber, VCT
• 24" cleaning path , 8" standard side broom
• HEPA standard, 68 dBA
• On-board tool storage
• Dual counter-rotating brushes with easy no-tool
removal
Chariot iVac 34 ATV
HEPA Vacuum
Varies
• The Chariot iVac ATV is a high performance, multi-
surface cleaning HEPA stand-on vacuum designed
for carpet, tile, wood, concrete, stone, rubber, VCT
• 34" cleaning path
• HEPA filtration standard, 68 dBA
• Dual counter-rotating brushes with easy no-tool
removal
Chariot iVac 34” Deluxe
Varies
• 28,600 square feet per hour; over 3 times as
productive as a standard wide area vacuum
• 34” wide vacuum path
• Dual counter rotating brushes
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Carpet Extractors
A carpet extractor utilizes hot or cold water, dispensed through spray jets directly
onto the carpet. In most machines the carpet is agitated by a brush, and
recovered by a vacuum system and deposited into a recovery tank. All this action
is completed in a very short time resulting in a washing action to the carpet.
Extraction is the most thorough way to preserve carpet life and appearance;
however, it is also the most labor intensive method for carpet cleaning.
Spotters
A spotter extractor is designed to be lightweight and easily
transported to the job site to remove spots from carpet before the
spill turns into a stain. Spotters are designed to encourage cleaners
to attend to spots and spills quickly. These units have relatively
limited solution/recovery capacity (2 gallon) with lower than average
psi (around 50 psi or lower.) The unit consists of a solution tank,
recovery tank, vacuum motor and pump. Windsor products include:
Windsor Spotter Extractors
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Presto 3
Presto 3 Deluxe
9.840-068.0
9.840-069.0
• 2 gallon solution & recovery tanks
• Presto Deluxe comes with the standard hand tool
and the Double Dry hand tools for upholstery,
drapes, and cubicle partitions
Priza 1.100-122.0
• Upright wand and hand tool standard
• 14 psi pump delivers spotter to the surface of the
carpet pile and reduces wicking
• Recovery tank removes for easy cleaning
Portable (Box) Extractors
These machines depend on high psi (pounds per square inch) and
superior vacuum performance to clean carpet. They can also be fitted
with heating units to improve cleaning capability. These are designed to
be an adequate substitution for cleaners who normally utilize truckmount extractors. Solution/recovery capacity is much larger than most
extractors, yet are quite easily transported from site to site. This makes
the unit ideal for the contract cleaner. Portables are used in conjunction
with a wand (drag tool). This tool does not have brush agitation. The high psi and
heat do the job. Windsor products include:
Windsor Portable (Box) Extractors
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Dominator 13
1.006-669.0
• Productive cleaning power and versatility
• 13 gallon solution capacity, 11 gallon recovery tank
• Adjustable 0-500 psi spray pressure provides
versatility to clean delicate upholstery and the
power to clean the dirtiest carpet
• Available with lightweight, ergonomic AquaFoil
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Wand Kit
• Available with or without heat
Dominator 17
1.006-670.0
• Productive cleaning power and versatility in a
portable carpet extractor
• 17 gallon solution capacity 14 gallon recovery tank
• Adjustable 0-500 psi spray pressure provides
versatility to clean delicate upholstery and the
power to clean the dirtiest carpet
• Large compact wheels and compact size make
Dominator easy to move around the facility or
transport from job site to job site
• Models available with 1850W internal water heater
for additional cleaning power
• Available with lightweight, ergonomic AquaFoil
Wand Kit
Self-Contained
Self-contained extractors apply solution directly to the carpeted
surface, agitate with a brush and recover dirty solution in a single
pass. Self-contained extractors have a single cylindrical brush or
dual brushes incorporated into the machine to increase cleaning
power. Water lift and psi are not as high as portables as the
brush agitation plays a larger role in the cleaning effectiveness.
Self-contained extractors can be either standard “pull backward”
machines or “walk-behind” machines. Some machines may have the ability to be
pushed or pulled. Brush width and solution/recovery capacity vary in sizes to
accommodate the scope of the application. Windsor products include:
Windsor Self Contained Extractors
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Mini Pro
1.008-039.0
• Easy fold handle for storage and transportation
• Mesh screen protects fresh water tank from debris
• Simple operation
Cadet 7
1.008-022.0
• Roto-molded handle for durability
• Brush removes with not tools for easy maintenance
• Floating vacuum shoe
Admiral 8
1.008-017.0
• Handle adjusts to accommodate users of different
heights
• Brush removes with not tools for easy maintenance
• Floating vacuum shoe
Clipper 12
1.008-025.0
• Handle flips for pull-back and walk behind cleaning
• Brush removes with not tools for easy maintenance
• Floating vacuum shoe
Clipper DUO
1.008-048.0
• Handle flips for pull-back and walk behind cleaning
• Dual counter rotating brushes provide superior
cleaning
• Self adjusting brush deck
• On-board upholstery & spotting tool
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Walk-Behind Extractors
Larger walk-behind extractors operate exactly like their smaller selfcontained versions. Walk-behind extractors are designed for large
square footage applications, where a small machine would be far
less productive. They have large tanks, wide scrub path and are
traditionally battery powered, but cord electric machines are
available as well. Battery units can cover expansive areas without
the need for an electric outlet. Windsor products include;
Windsor Walk Behind Extractors
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Commodore 20
1.008-605.0
• Efficient operation in large areas
• Traction driven
Commodore DUO
Basic
9.840-421.0
• Can perform either standard deep extraction or
encapsulation cleaning
• Dual counter rotating brushes
• Simple operation dial
Commodore DUO
Deluxe
9.840-429.0
• Onboard solution tanks dispense chemical for inline
mixing allowing the user to switch between
chemicals without dumping, rinsing, and re-filling
• Dual counter rotating brushes
• Simple operation dial
Voyager DUO Basic
9.840-438.0
• Can perform either standard deep extraction or
encapsulation cleaning
• Dual counter rotating brushes
• Simple operation dial
Voyager DUO Deluxe
9.840-445.0
• Onboard solution tanks dispense chemical for inline
mixing allowing the user to switch between
chemicals without dumping, rinsing, and re-filling
• Dual counter rotating brushes
• Simple operation dial
Truck Mount Units
Professional carpet cleaners utilize truck mount extractors in order to
maximize portability, heat, high pressure, large recovery and high
productivity. These units allow professionals to travel from job to job
quickly with minimal set up and tear down time. Building Service Contractors also
purchase these units for their mobile floor crews. These machines are internal
combustion powered for unlimited runtime with ultra high performance. Truck
mount extractors are generally installed in vans designated specifically for this
purpose or in some cases an enclosed trailer. The high psi incorporated with
tremendous water recovery and heated water clean very effectively. The Windsor
brand does not offer truck mount units, however the Prochem & C400 brands do.
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Chariot iExtract
The Chariot iExtact has become the preferred the riding extractor in
the industry today. The Chariot can clean areas of carpet that
normally have to be cleaned using a wand due to its’ small footprint
and tight turning radius. The Chariot allows operators the ability to
deep extract for restorative cleaning, fast-tract for light cleaning and
interim clean by changing jets and applying encapsulation
chemical. Dual vac shoes and dual vac motors ensure high
recovery and faster dry times. Production rates from 9000-12,000 sq ft per hour,
the iExtract cleans more than 1/3 more carpet per hour than traditional walk
behind battery extractors.
Windsor Stand-On Extractor
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Chariot iExtract
Varies
•
Designed with Windsor's Chariot Patented Stand-
On Cleaning Technology* that significantly
increases productivity and cleaning quality.
•
Reduces operator fatigue and increases productivity
versus the traditional walk-behind extractors.
•
Provides greater floor coverage than ride-on or
walk-behind extractors due to its compact size and
maneuverability.
•
Easy to replace battery pack option enables the
Chariot iExtract to run for longer periods; especially
in larger facilities that need additional run time.
•
Large 25 gallon solution capacity extends run time
between fill ups
Floor Machines
Floor machines are the workhorses of the cleaning industry. Standard speed
floor machines were the very first commercial cleaning equipment ever
manufactured. The simplicity of floor machines (they are often referred to as a
motor on a stick) and their versatility allow them to clean everything from hard
floors to tile to carpet. These machines are simply a motor spinning a pad or
brush.
Standard Speed
These cord electric machines rotate at approximately 175
revolutions per minute (rpm) and are used for carpet pre-spray
agitation, as well as sanding, stripping, scrubbing and polishing
virtually all types of hard flooring. Ranging in size from 13” to
20” in diameter, these machines have rear wheels for transport
that are lifted when the machine is put to work. Operating floor
machines can be one of the most difficult tasks a new cleaner has to learn. They
employ tremendous torque when started and can be difficult to control for
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beginners. Brushes and/or pads are attached directly to the bottom of the
machine. Typically a red pad is used for daily scrubbing and a black pad is used
for stripping. Windsor products include:
Windsor Low Speed Machines
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Storm 13“
Storm 17” Deluxe
Storm 20” Deluxe
1.009-022.0
1.009-028.0
1.009-032.0
• All metal construction
• Dual Capacitors
• Conveniently placed handle release
Dual Speed
These floor machines are similar to the above units, but their higher
speeds — up to 300 rpm — make them better suited for spray buffing
and stripping. Since these units are dual-speed, the user can switch
between the higher (300 rpm) and lower rpm for scrubbing or stripping
and faster rpm for polishing. Windsor products include:
Windsor Dual Speed Machines
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Storm Dual Speed
1.009-035.0
• All metal construction
• DC Rectified motor provides more stable amp draw
• Conveniently placed handle release
Ultra High Speed Burnishers
These machines range in size from 17” to 20” and rotate at 1000 to
more than 2,500 rpm. Ultra high speed burnishers are used to
increase shine and repair scratched floors on today’s floor finishes.
High speed machines employ the use of specially coated pads that
when spinning, “cut” the finish to create a smooth (shiny) surface.
This dry process is called “burnishing”. Because of this higher speed
and friction, they are able to produce the “wet look” many facility
managers prefer. High speed burnishers are available in cord electric, battery or
propane models. Some burnishers have built in dust control systems that are
able to contain the powder or dusting created by the high rpm’s of the machine.
Windsor products include;
Windsor Ultra High Speed Burnishers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Lightning 1500
1.009-016.0
• Top mounted handle lock
Lightning 2000
1.009-019.0
• Top mounted handle lock
• Passive dust control system
Lightning 20
9.840-061.0
• Passive dust control system
Lightning 20 Traction
9.840-063.0
• Passive dust control system
• Traction drive
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Chariot iGloss
The Chariot iGloss is a perfect replacement for walk-behind
battery burnishers. Operating at speeds up to double the average
walking pace the Chariot iGloss is twice as productive as
comparative walk-behind machines. Equipped with passive dust
control to minimize particulates, the iGloss protects indoor air
quality that most burnishers ignore. The Chariot iGloss also
contains a large storage area where operators can carry additional floor pads.
Equipped with the Quick Change Productivity Battery Pack system the iGloss
can run up to 6+ hours and burnish over 120,000 sq ft of floor.
Windsor Stand-On Burnisher
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Chariot iGloss 20”
9.840-046.0
• Soft start reduces instances of “donuts”
• Specially designed motor maintains an actual and
constant 2000 rpms on the floor for a superior shine
Auto-Scrubbers
An auto-scrubber is a specially designed machine that applies solution, scrubs
the floor and recovers the solution in one pass. When auto-scrubbers are used
by properly trained operators these machines can dramatically cut labor time and
increase productivity. Auto-scrubbers are most commonly battery powered, with
cleaning widths ranging from 17” up to 34” in the commercial market. Autoscrubbers over 36” are usually considered industrial machines. Recently, the
industry has seen an influx of “mini” auto scrubbers enter the market. These units
are often cord electric machines ranging in size from 12” up to 17”. Productivity
can be increased by up to 50% when using a battery machine vs. a corded
machine. Scrubbing is accomplished by pads (most effective on flat surfaces) or
brushes (most effective on uneven surfaces) which can be rotary or cylindrical.
Mini Auto Scrubbers
Mini auto-scrubbers produce the same quality cleaning results
as larger versions but can clean much smaller and confined
areas. Areas of less than 5000 sq/ft are good choices for these
machines. These units are excellent replacements for
applications that would have been historically cleaned with a
mop and bucket. These units range in size from 12” to 16” and
are usually cord electric operated. Mini auto-scrubbers are simple to operate and
can be utilized by operators with little training. Windsor products include;
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Windsor Mini Auto Scrubbers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Saber Blade 12
1.783-206.0
• Simple operation
• Cleans small congested areas quickly
• Low dBa
Saber Blade 16
9.840-710.0
• Dual cylindrical brush scrubber
• Up to 80lbs down pressure
• Multiple cleaning application when combined with
various brushes
• Recovery & solution tank remove from machine for
complete cleaning
Compact Auto-Scrubbers
Compact auto-scrubbers range in size from 16” to 22”.
Capacities are generally 6 to 12 gallons of cleaning solution
with recovery tanks holding an equal amount. These
machines are ideal for smaller facilities or for highly
congested applications. These machines are small enough
that they can easily be transported from one facility to
another on a frequent basis. Facilities with 5000 to 25,000 sq/ft are best fits for
these machines. Windsor products include:
Windsor Mini Auto Scrubbers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Saber Compact 16
SP
9.840-531.0
• Cylindrical scrubber
• Intuitive controls on one dial
• Recovery tank opens up for complete cleaning
Saber Compact 17
9.840-327.0
• On-board charger standard
• Easy pad release and replacement
Saber Compact 20
9.840-140.0
• Vacuum mounted above the recovery tank to
reduce incidents of water being pulled through the
motor
Saber Compact 20
Traction
SC20TD3
• Vacuum mounted above the recovery tank to
reduce incidents of water being pulled through the
motor
• Traction drive
Saber Compact 20
Deluxe
SCX20TD3
• Vacuum mounted above the recovery tank to
reduce incidents of water being pulled through the
motor
• Traction drive
• Deluxe squeegee with adjustments
Walk Behind Auto-Scrubbers
These units range in size from 24” to 36” in scrub path. Larger
solution/recovery tanks allow the operator to be productive by
extending the time between dumping and refilling the machine.
Walk-behind auto-scrubbers in this size range are designed for
larger facilities with square footage of 30,000-60,000. Machines
in this category are battery powered and available in either 24V
or 36V configurations. Larger auto-scrubbers can be difficult to
operate and require an aggressive training program to ensure
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operator and building safety. Machines in this category should be operated by a
professional cleaner. Windsor products include:
Windsor Walk Behind Scrubbers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Saber Cutter 26
Mechanical Deck
SC264D3
• Aqua-mizer system saves water and chemical while
increasing productivity
• Excellent sightlines for increased safety
Saber Cutter 26
Actuated Deck
SCX264D3
• Aqua-mizer system saves water and chemical while
increasing productivity
• Excellent sightlines for increased safety
• Actuated Deck
Saber Cutter 32
Actuated Deck, 24V
SCX324D3
• Aqua-mizer system saves water and chemical while
increasing productivity
• Excellent sightlines for increased safety
• Actuated Deck
Saber Cutter 32
Mechanical Deck, 36V
SC326D3
• Aqua-mizer system saves water and chemical while
increasing productivity
• Excellent sightlines for increased safety
Saber Cutter 32
Actuated Deck, 36V
SCX326D3
• Aqua-mizer system saves water and chemical while
increasing productivity
• Excellent sightlines for increased safety
• Actuated Deck
Saber Cutter Squeeze
Play
SCX364D3
• Excellent sightlines for increased safety
• Deck expands from 28” to 36” for increased
productivity
Rider Auto-Scrubbers
These scrubbers are utilized in a wide variety of applications.
Rider scrubbers are available in sizes from 26”-36” In the past,
rider scrubbers were used mainly in industrial applications,
however, this has changed in recent years, as riders have
gradually decreased in size. The machines are now also being
utilized in commercial applications. One of the changes in the
product design is the capability of driving the rider through a standard 36”
doorway, thus gaining access to multiple rooms in the facility. Benefits of riding
are increased productivity, less operator fatigue, and employee morale.
Operators also experience improved visibility and better turning radius. Rider
scrubbers require intense training both on operation and maintenance issues.
Applications for rider scrubbers include large education facilities, arenas,
convention centers, large healthcare facilities or any facility with over 60,000 sq/ft
of hard surface. Windsor products include:
Windsor Rider Scrubbers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Saber Glide 28
9.840-245.0
• One touch button starts and stops all cleaning
functions for simple operation
• Open operator area for maximum visibility and
safety
Saber Glide 32
9.840-255.0
• One touch button starts and stops all cleaning
functions for simple operation
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• Open operator area for maximum visibility and
safety
Saber Glide Squeeze
Play
9.840-264.0
• One touch button starts and stops all cleaning
Chariot iScrub The industry’s first stand-on platform of floor care
equipment, the Chariot significantly increases productivity and cleaning
quality by reducing operator fatigue. Chariots are easy to use and
operators have superior full-circle visibility of obstacles. The Chariot’s
small footprint and ultra-tight turning radius make it ideal for cleaning in
busy, complex building layouts without disrupting workflow. Windsor’s Chariot
iScrub models include:
Windsor Stand-On Scrubbers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Chariot iScrub 20
9.840-810.0
• 20" cleaning path
• 10 gallon solution and recovery tank
• 50% more productive than a conventional 20" walk-behind
scrubber
• Unparalleled visibility in congested areas and small spaces
Chariot iScrub 20
Deluxe
9.840-898.0
• Outside fill port
• On-board charger for AGM models
• Easy access to batteries
Chariot iScrub 24”
9.840-691.0
• Aqua-mizer system saves water and chemical while
increasing productivity
• Excellent sightlines for increased safety
• Squeegee swings out 14” on either side to recover water,
even in tight turns
Chariot iScrub 26”
Cylindrical
9.840-705.0
• Dual counter rotating brushes
• Wet pre-sweep capability
Sweepers
Sweepers are an important component of a solid flooring program. The primary
function of a sweeper is to capture soil before it enters a facility. Once soil enters
a facility the damage to flooring surfaces is a snowball effect. Sweepers can be
either direct throw or overthrow. Direct throw sweepers utilize a main broom to
sweep soils into a hopper much like a broom would sweep soil into a dust pan.
Overthrow sweepers utilize a main broom that is designed to pick up debris,
usually large debris, and carry it up and over the broom to dump it into a top fill
container. Generally, direct throw sweepers work well on small soils and sand
while overthrow sweepers work well on larger debris like paper and cigarette
butts.
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Manual Sweepers
These machines do the job that three or four individuals do with
brooms. This category of equipment is classified as a manual
push sweeper. The brushes in the unit are powered by pulleys
off the back wheels. The main broom throws the debris into a
hopper that is relatively small. These sweepers have no real
dust control systems. No drive motors or vacuum motors. This
keeps the machine light on price and weight. The machine
works best on rough surfaces like concrete or carpet. The sweeping path ranges
from 26’” to 32”. Windsor products include:
Windsor Manual Sweepers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Radius Mini
1.545-113.0
• Designed for commercial use
• Battery powered
• Cleans within 1/8 of an inch from the wall
Radius Manual
Sweeper
1.517-104.0
• Easy main and side broom adjustments
• Main broom is driven by metal gears on both wheels
and operates whether the unit is turning right or left
• Side broom fold up for cleaning in dusty
environments
Walk Behind Sweepers
These units range in sweeping path size from 24” to 36”.
These units are available most commonly with battery power,
however some manufacturers offer gas powered machine.
Sweepers utilize a hopper for soil and debris collection, as the
machines increase in size the hopper capacity increases as
well. Some of the machines have drive motors to propel them.
Applications for these units include entrance cleaning and lighter duty outdoor
areas. Warehouses and light manufacturing are also excellent applications.
These units are now being used for both indoor hard and soft floors. Windsor
products include:
Windsor Walk Behind Sweepers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Radius 280 Deluxe
1.517-206.0
• Battery powered
• Vacuum fan provides active dust control
• Easy main and side broom adjustments
• Side broom fold up for cleaning in dusty
environments
Radius 300
9.840-665.0
• 30" sweeping path with side broom
• Chain driven
• On-board charger
• Self-propelled with 400 watt drive motor
• 1.5 ft3 (40 liter) hopper capacity
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Rider Sweepers
These machines range in size from 36” to 66”. They are battery or
internal combustion engine powered. The larger sized units are
most seen in warehouse or factory applications. Smaller sized
riders are being used in large carpeted areas. Best applications for
the smaller riders are entrance cleaning, small parking garages,
drive up areas and warehouses. Windsor products include:
Windsor Rider Sweepers
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Radius 360
9.840-665.0
• 36" sweeping path
• Overthrow sweeping
• 2 hoppers for ease of dumping
Interim Cleaning Machines
The iCapsol system is used in conjunction with our iCapsol Carpet
Chemical which is based on encapsulation technology. The iCapsol
solution is mixed at 8 ounces per gallon and misted lightly over the
area to be cleaned. It is then agitated into the carpet pile with the
iCapsol machine. The solution comes in contact with the soils that
are stuck to the carpet fibers, pulls them from the fibers and holds
them in solution. Once the soils are held in solution the iCapsol Chemical dries
to a light, non-sticky crystal that is vacuumed out of the carpet at the next
scheduled vacuuming.
The entire process, from spraying the iCapsol chemical, to working it in, until it is
dry enough to vacuum, generally takes about 20 minutes. This process is a
great replacement for bonnet cleaning, which can leave heavy residues in the
carpet and cause damage to the carpet backing. Encapsulation extends the
period of time between restorative extraction processes. Windsor products
include:
Windsor iCapsol Encapsulation Machines
Product
Stock #
Advantages
iCapsol Mini
9.840-302.0
• Dual counter rotating brushes which are removable
with no tools
• Debris hopper
iCapsol Mini Deluxe
9.840-304.0
• Onboard 2 gallon solution tank and spray jet
• Dual counter rotating brushes which are removable
with no tools
• Debris hopper
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Specialty Cleaning Machines
Specialty cleaning machines are machines that allow our customers to increase
productivity and save money by performing tasks faster or with less labor. In any
facility cleaners can be faced with cleaning tasks that traditional machines were
not designed to handle. Specialty machines are products created to address very
specific cleaning tasks. These range from restroom cleaning machines to steam
machines to escalator cleaners.
Multi-Surface Cleaning Machines
Multi-Surface Cleaning Machines are primarily used for restroom
cleaning but can also be used for carpet extraction, kitchen cleaning or
general pressure washing. On-board chemical dilution with dirty water
recovery is the unique features of this style of machine. With the
flexibility to clean multi surfaces by adding specific tools, this machine
can be an excellent tool for any facility. The main competitors in this
category are Kaivac, Advance, and Tennant/Nobles. Windsor’s products include:
Windsor All Surface Cleaning Machines
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Compass 2
1.007-056.0
• Onboard dilution control
• Chemicals sit in a protected area, not on top of the
machine
Escalator Cleaners
The Treadway Escalator Cleaner provides a wet cleaning solution
for a wide variety of escalators and moving walkways. It is only wet
cleaning machine in the industry with a price tag of less than $20K.
This machine is an excellent solution for facilities that have
multiple escalators. Escalators can be cleaned quickly with short
shut-down times using this machine. Windsor’s products include:
Windsor Treadway Escalator Cleaner
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Treadway for Otis,
Thyssen-Krupp,
Fujitel, Montgomery
9.840-525.0
Treadway for
Schindler,
Westinghouse,
Mitsubishi
9.840-527.0
Treadway for Kone,
O&K 9.840-526.0
Treadway for CNIM,
Dong Yang, Hitachi,
Toshiba
9.840-528.0
• Wet cleaning with vacuum pick-up
• Typical escalator is cleaned in under an hour
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Steam Cleaners
Steam Cleaners allow the user to clean without chemicals by
harnessing the power of steam. Steam is generated in a boiler,
applied to the surface with various tools where the soil can be
easily wiped away. At 212 degrees steam is also considered an
excellent way to sanitize surfaces. Steamers can aid in
eliminating beg bugs in a facility and removing annoying odors from upholstery.
Steamers are also a vital tool in kitchen areas to sanitize food prep surfaces
without chemicals and clean cooking equipment. Windsor’s product includes:
Windsor Zephyr Steam Cleaner
Product
Stock #
Advantages
Zephyr 1.092-803.0
• Two tank system, boiler and refill tank
• 1.2 gallon capacity
• Continuous refill capability
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