SWEEPERS How to choose a sweeper (continued) since they are regarded as an upgrade.” Marketing and communications manager at Kärcher Linda Schrödter says ustomers also need to consider floor covering, types of dirt and filter technology before choosing a sweeper. “They should also look at whether the machine is service-friendly and what accessories it will require along with the right choice of lateral brush,” she said. “Before deciding on a machine the customer should then tour the premises with a manufacturer’s consultant who will be better able to identify potentially difficult places and suggest solutions to suit
individual requirements.” She says cost will inevitably play a major role for many customers. “However, factors such as sustainability are also becoming increasingly important because some invitations to tender specify that cleaning contractors must adopt resource-saving work methods,” she said.
Robust and easy to use “Some service providers are even required to share energy costs so it is in their interest to go with sustainable machines.” She says a sweeper must be robust and easy to use and that tasks such as clean-
ing and maintaining the dust filter should require as little time as possible. “Effective operation plays a major role,” she said. Director of Van der Reest Machines Johan van der Reest says the main factors to be considered when choosing a sweeper include the type of power source, the environment to be cleaned and the level of soiling. “Customers should also look at whether the sweeping system involves a broom or a vacuum,” he said. “And in the case of battery-powered models they need to look at the type of battery required: whether it is a traditional wet battery or a maintenance-free option.” However he says the major consideration for most customers tends to be Investment cost. “Though of course productivity is also important since the larger the machine, the lower the labour costs will be,” he said. “And we see increasing numbers of customers looking at the monthly costs of operational leasing.” He adds that professional advice from an impartial expert is invaluable. “I don’t compromise when I give advice,” he said. “If a customer feels that the pricing of the most suitable machine is too high I will still refuse to deliver a cheaper model. “If I did, I would have to pay the bill for an unsatisfied customer at a later stage.” Avant de fixer son choix sur l’achat d’une balayeuse industrielle, il faut se poser plusieurs questions. Quel sera le type de revêtement à balayer ? Que sera la superficie à couvrir et y aura-t-il une source de courant à proximité ? Faut-il tenir compte du bilan sonore ? Des fabricants nous expliquent les points à considérer avant de choisir une balayeuses et comment adapter la machine aux tâches prévues.
Bei der Auswahl einer gewerblichen Kehrmaschine müssen verschiedene Faktoren berücksichtigt werden. Welche Art von Bodenoberfläche wird gekehrt? Wie groß ist die Fläche und ist eine Stromquelle verfügbar? Muss der Geräuschpegel berücksichtigt werden? Wir fragen Hersteller nach den Punkten, die bei der Auswahl einer Kehrmaschine zur berücksichtigen sind, und wir ordnen die richtige Kehrmaschinenart verschiedenen Aufgaben zu.
Prima di scegliere una spazzatrice industriale bisogna prendere in considerazione un certo numero di elementi. Quale tipo di pavimento verrà spazzato? Di che dimensioni sarà l’area da spazzare e sarà disponibile una fonte di energia? E i livelli di rumore devono essere inclusi? Chiediamo ai produttori quali sono i fattori da considerare prima di scegliere una spazzatrice, e abbinare il tipo corretto di spazzatrice ai vari compiti.
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