A sweeper is a useful device for cleaning, and it works like a regular broom but on a large scale. It is an important tool for cleaning floors in warehouses, hangars, industrial premises, and even streets. Nowadays, there are lots of sweepers available, ranging from mechanical models to engine street sweepers used by local governments. You should not confuse sweeper with scrubber-dryers. That is because sweepers such as STIHL Kehrgeräte are used for solid waste sweeping, whereas scrubber-dryers carry out floor cleaning using liquid detergent. The sweeper can be powered by electricity or a combustion engine.
Manual Sweeper
This type of sweeper does not have a motor. Rather, it has a rotating brush that is connected to wheels mechanically. Whenever you push the sweeper, the rotational movement of wheels is transmitted to its brush. The good thing about this sweeper is that it is cheaper to purchase. However, it is not suitable for large areas.
Walk-behind Sweeper
This type of sweeper has a motor that controls the machine’s traction and rotation of brushes. Thus, the operator does not have to push the machine but the only guide. Moreover, it requires minimal effort. Motorization of the traction and brush allow for efficient sweeping, and it increases the size of the machines plus their waste storage capacity. You will find these types of sweepers perfect for medium-sized surfaces.
Ride-on Sweeper
This is a motorized sweeper with an operator who steers the machine with steering wheel or controls. These sweepers are huge in …