STEAM CLEANING
SPONSORED BY: MATRIX CLEANING SYSTEMS
Get back to basics with Steam Cleaning
Matrix Cleaning Systems explains why steam cleaning is the right choice for you, and how it works.
Matrix are the leading UK manufacturer of a complete range of steam cleaning machines, with over 50 models in many variations from light commercial 4.5 – 8 Bar pressure machines, to the heavy-duty industrial range with operating pressures from 8 – 10 Bar. Matrix are a global supplier, exporting machines to over 25 countries.
“Innovative” and “Unique” – how these two words have become cleaning industry clichés. However, in the
case of steam cleaning, how entirely accurate.
The introduction in recent years of ergonomic, well designed, built equipment that requires minimal training to operate and yet produces professional results has literally revolutionised the cleaning process in a way that no other system or piece of equipment quite has.
Today’s steam cleaning machines have some outstanding attributes featuring steam only, steam and vacuum, steam and detergent or the complete solution steam, vacuum and detergent, and can deliver solutions to many customer problems. This water-saving efficiency has secured all Matrix machines accreditation on the DEFRA Water Technology List, making buyers eligible for the Enhanced Capital Allowance Scheme.
How to choose There are many factors to take into account when deciding what role steam might play in a programme of daily, interim maintenance and deep cleaning.
The main questions are: • What use(s) will the machine or equipment be put to?
• Are there applications that will require the use of chemicals as well as steam and vacuum?
• How long will the machine be used for?
• Will the machine have to be moved long distances, between buildings, or manoeuvred into tight spaces?
Many businesses throughout different market sectors have already embraced the new steam age. Once your machine has been installed it is paramount that training is carried out by your supplier or professional training organisation to ensure that it will be used by trained staff, safely and effectively, to achieve the desired results.
How it works What a steam cleaner does, in essence, is heat water to near boiling or even considerably above boiling point, resulting in steam that is low in moisture and under pressure. Steam is delivered via nozzles or brushes which are easily directed to the areas that needs cleaning.
Because the steam is delivered at a high temperature, steam cleaning is effective on hard surfaces for sanitising without the need for disinfectants. When used to spot clean soft furnished areas, the steam penetrates the surface and lift dirt and other materials, sometimes without adding any chemical cleaning product.
After the item being cleaned is exposed to the steam under slight pressure, the water and any other material such as dirt or grease is suspended in the water and usually vacuumed up from surfaces.
• Accessories – A collection of specially designed accessories for all surfaces, are supplied to ensure that the system is multifunctional and achieves the desired results.
• Boiler – The boiler heats water and turns it into steam. High heat and pressure are hard on boilers, so many of them are made of stainless steel.
• Detergents – Detergents can be released for gum or heavy grease removal when required.
• Refill Reservoir – A refill reservoir supplies continual filling of the boiler and is not pressurised. This allows the machine to be operated safely without any down time.
• Steam Vacuum – An integrated vacuum with steam can make the cleaning process faster, as it allows the operator to suck up residue using the same hose. Collecting the steam before it condenses will leave any dirt and grease suspended in the vapour. If not vacuumed up again, the water vapour and any dirt or grease trapped in it will condense on the surface creating a new mess.
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