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Walk-Behind Floor Scrubbers

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Walk-Behind Floor Scrubber Benefits & Highlights

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Versatile and highly maneuverable cleaning machines, walk-behind floor scrubbers are a cost-effective solution for maintaining cleanliness in a wide range of environments.

  • Easy Maneuverability: Ideal for navigating tight spaces and narrow aisles, great for smaller facilities or areas with obstacles.
  • Lower Cost: Typically more affordable than larger rider or autonomous scrubbers.
  • Effective Spot Cleaning: Provides targeted cleaning for areas that may not require full-scale scrubber use.
  • Compact Storage: Due to their smaller size, they are easier to store and transport.

Nassco offers a wide selection of walk-behind scrubbers from trusted manufacturers including: Nilfisk and TomCat.

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What are the different types of Walk-Behind Floor Scrubbers?

Nilfisk Walk-Behind Scrubbers

Nilfisk walk-behind floor scrubbers are versatile and easy-to-operate hard floor cleaners. With simple touch operation and the option of the EcoFlex System enhancement, cleaning floors can be both cost-effective and sustainable. For cleaning in noise sensitive areas, ask your sales rep about the Quite Mode feature with specific models.

Nilfisk Walk Behind Floor Scrubbers

Machines available in variable options:

  • Cleaning path between 20" - 34"
  • Solution Tank Capacity: 10.5 gal to 25 gal
  • Recovery Tank Capacity: 11.9 gal to 25 gal
  • Battery options: Wet/flooded, Gel, AGM
  • Scrub Deck Options:
    • Disc - provides powerful, even cleaning with rotating brushes that effectively tackle dirt and grime on various floor surfaces, ensuring efficient and thorough results.
    • Cylindrical - uses rotating roller brushes to clean uneven surfaces and simultaneously pick up small debris, making it ideal for textured floors and environments with light debris.
  • Chemical metering available with optional EcoFlex System
  • Up to 84 minutes of continuous scrubbing

TomCat Walk-Behind Scrubbers

TomCat offers a range of walk-behind floor scrubbers from the ulta-compact Recon scrubber to the high productivity for large areas Hero scrubber. With customization options available for each scrubber, these machines are versatile tools to help you get your floors cleaned quickly and effectively.

TomCat walk behind floor scrubbers

Machines available in variable options:

  • Cleaning Path: 17" to 34"
  • Solution Tank Capacity: 10 gal to 30 gal
  • Recovery Tank Capacity: 10 gal to 32 gal
  • Available with wet battery or AGM
  • Scrub Deck Options:
    • EDGE® orbital - Ideal for deep scrubbing and chemical free stripping.
    • Disk - A disk scrub deck is the most versatile for your floor scrubber. With a gimbaled mount that allows for interchangeable brushes and pads.
    • Cylindrical decks- Best for areas that are extremely dirty and have small debris that would otherwise require pre-sweeping of the floor before scrubbing
  • Great for narrow pathways
  • Estimated Run Time: between 3 to 3.5 hours, up to 5 hours

Where do Walk-Behind Floor Scrubbers work best?

A walk-behind scrubber is ideal for environments where maneuverability in tight spaces is essential.

These machines are beneficial in areas with medium to heavy foot traffic, where efficient cleaning can enhance safety and appearance.

  • Schools & Universities: They provide efficient cleaning for hallways and common areas, where frequent use can lead to dirt and debris buildup.
  • Long-term Healthcare: Walk-behind scrubbers support hygiene standards critical to resident health, helping to reduce the spread of germs in shared spaces and patient rooms.
  • Manufacturing: They efficiently clean spills, dust, and debris common in industrial settings, improving both safety and air quality for employees over time.
  • Office Buildings: Walk-behind scrubbers help maintain cleanliness in high-traffic areas, creating a welcoming and safe environment for visitors and minimizing potential slip hazards.
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