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Makita has announced the release of a new range of brushless motor, stick vacuum cleaners: the DCL280F, the DCL281FZB and the DCL282FZ.
Each model benefits from Makita’s signature lithium-ion (LXT) batteries, offering innovative, superior performance when compared to standard units. What’s more, the technology provides anytime charge and long-time storage. As a result, the new vacuums provide strong performance, with run times of 20 minutes for the DCL280F and 50 minutes for the DCL281FZB and DCL282FZ on Normal settings with a 6.0Ah battery. Thanks to their long run times, the vacuum cleaners are perfectly suited for commercial cleaning.
Whilst powerful, the machines are battery- powered and not restricted by a need to connect to the mains, allowing for added portability. Having this freedom improves health and safety on site, reducing the risk of people tripping over wires. Similarly, as the vacuums have been ergonomically designed, they can be used for longer periods without causing user fatigue.
The new range constitutes a first for Makita, who hadn’t previously produced a brushless stick vacuum. Moving to a brushless system has a number of advantages when it comes to vacuum cleaners, particularly in relation to maximum airflow and max sealed suction. When compared to a comparative non-brushless stick vacuum the airflow of DCL282FZ is increased from 1.4m3/min to 1.5m3/min, whilst its suction increased from 4kPa to 8.2kPa. What’s more, as a brushless motor never makes contact with any other internal components it will last far longer and work more efficiently.
Matthew Chilton, Product Manager – Tools at Makita UK, commented: “We’re delighted with this new range of vacuum cleaners. It’s the first time we’ve fitted a brushless motor to a vacuum cleaner and the benefits are obvious. The new machines provide better performance levels than anything we’ve produced before. Whether you’re running your own cleaning firm, or just looking to keep things tidier on-site, the machines are a perfect solution.”
As well as performance improvements, the new range has been designed with a number of features that improve functionality. Each model in the range has been fitted with an LED job light to help facilitate use in times of low light or darkness. Similarly, the DCL281FZB and DCL282FZ feature three variable power settings, and a new one-touch button switch, which allows them to be turned on quickly and with minimal effort, whilst the DCL280F features a trigger and sliding lock on the switch.
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Ecocleen makes multi-million
pound purchase Ecocleen has acquired Regency Cleaning Services, a family-owned cleaning business based in Henley-on- Thames, in a deal worth up to £2.5m.
The successful takeover will enable Ecocleen to increase its presence within key sectors – most notably education and motor retail – while expanding its nationwide franchise network.
Jean-Henri Beukes, Managing Director of Ecocleen, explained: “Regency Cleaning Services is a likeminded and profitable business that will immediately strengthen a number of existing franchisees, while helping us create new
franchise areas. Their cleaners, supervisors and managers share our passion for service excellence and innovation, so will be valuable additions to our team. Their MD, Darran Penny, will also join us as Commercial Director and brings more than 20 years of experience within the cleaning industry.”
With an annual turnover in excess of £4m, Regency operates throughout Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire supporting over 100 clients. The company’s team of over 500 staff are responsible for delivering cleaning, waste management, porterage and maintenance services to a variety of private and public sector sites such as schools, nurseries, offices and car showrooms.
www.ecocleen.co.uk
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