The future of vacuums John Brill from Nilfisk UK takes is through the changing landscape of vacuums.
Environmental factors and legislative guidelines continue to have a strong influence on the floorcare vacuum sector. Cost pressures, labour shortages and reduced cleaning windows all continue to drive the efficiency of both cleaning solutions and operations.
With each industry sector facing unique and changing challenges, it is important that a manufacturer offers informed solutions to all requirements.
Commercial vacuums
From dry canister vacuums to uprights, and from portable backpacks to battery operated and heavy industrial models, the current market has driven product development to what it is today. With so many different applications I believe it is essential to have a full range available for the customer and to back that up with advice and support that’s second to none.
Understanding what machines are available and selecting the best fit is not always easy, so we encourage customers to consider the features and benefits across the range, particularly when it comes to productivity, ease of use and the total cost of ownership.
A classic example of this are our compact and mobile GD5 backpacks, which are perfect for cleaning where space is limited, such as in cinemas and on trains. The GD5 battery unit eliminates the need for power cords and outlets, providing maximum freedom to clean.
Two 36V lithium batteries provide continuous cleaning with a run time of one hour and a best in class charge time of only 40 minutes. An additional boost button will provide
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extra suction power where it is needed. While sales of ergonomic backpacks are low, there is undoubtedly a need for them within a specific application.
There will always be a place for the low-cost tub vacuum, but a decent share of the market still goes to high end machines with HEPA filtration, low noise and stronger build construction.
In fact, the Nilfisk Group still has one of its oldest stainless- steel vacuums in production, the VP930, which remains a very popular choice in the hotel sector. Its low noise level of 42 dB(A) really makes daytime cleaning a reality. This is critical in some sectors where building owners like to show cleaning in progress, even at peak times.
Nilfisk’s product development teams are good at identifying gaps in the market, developing products that meet a specific need, often at an acceptable price point. Our VU500 upright vacuum is a good example of this, providing an inexpensive quality alternative in a sector dominated by multiple brands.
Upright vacuums do have the edge on productivity, cleaning faster with onboard accessories for edges and hard to reach areas. The beater bar facility within the base of the unit is particularly effective for high traffic entrances and walkways.
As 43% of lower level occupations are currently filled by EU nationals, we could be facing a recruitment gap in hospitality alone of one million workers by 2029. As vacuums are so critical, productivity increases will have a significant effect on labour requirements and will therefore
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