For owners of private houses, garden plots, and small commercial properties, maintaining cleanliness in the surrounding areas is a constant task. Using manual equipment is ineffective and time consuming. The use of modern sweepers not only reduces cleaning time, but also significantly improves its quality. They are equipped with rotating brushes and are designed for sweeping flat surfaces with hard surfaces and areas with open ground (lawns, rows).
BROOM ON WHEELS
In "M-K" No. 4 for 1982, an article was published in which there was a conversation about the young technicians' club at the house management No. 8 of the city of Vitebsk, about the funny and useful machines created by its members.
Among the most original devices, the mechanical sweeper MPM-1 was also mentioned. It was conceived as a means to facilitate the hard work of cleaners and janitors. Under the leadership of V. M. Nebozhak, the head of the club, MPM-1 was built by ten schoolchildren aged 13 to 16 years. There are three egos of Sasha - Lyudvikov, Odnorukov and Slemnev, Kostya Abramov, Grisha Alekseev, Edik Zubritsky, Seryozha Razumov, Dima Roshchin, Andrey Sochivko and Vitya Kharitonenkov. All of them became winners of the “Young Participant of the USSR Exhibition of Economic Achievements” medals, as their mechanical broom made a proper impression not only at the republican exhibition, but also in Moscow, at the main exhibition of the country.
AS SIMPLE AS TWICE TWICE
“But it’s a vacuum cleaner!” — this is exactly what one of those present at the first test of the newly riveted and not yet painted MPM-1 exclaimed. Testing was carried out right in the club’s workshop on the floor littered during classes.
We drove the car back and forth and gasped: there were no specks behind it, even the cracks between the boards had been swept clean! They calculated: in an hour, using MMM-1, you can clean a room or open area measuring 50X50 m - two and a half thousand square meters. This is hardly possible by hand with a broom or broom!
I must admit that when the car was opened and the device was shown, at first there was a feeling of slight disappointment. MPM-1 was seen as a complex unit, filled with cunning mechanics. But inside there was only a drum with brushes and a bin with dust. Indeed, everything is as simple as two and two. In addition, many parts of the car looked familiar, having been seen more than once.
Mechanical sweeper:
1 — folding drive handle, 2 — wheel, 3 — brush drum lifting screw, 4 — folding handle supports, 5 — rubber hood handle support, 6 — hood handle, 7 — container handles, 8 — hood, 9 — curb brush lifting screw , 10 — protective cover, 11 — carrier, 12 — front wheel, 13 — side rubber cuffs, 14, 15 — brackets for carrying the machine, 16 — filter mesh, 17 — curb brush, 18 — roller, 19 — curb brush console axis , 20 - V-belt drive, 21 - pulley, 22 - cap lock, 23 - rubber pick-up valve.
That's how it really was. V. M. Nebozhak touched this or that part and named: sprockets, chain, wheels - from a children's bicycle, only the spokes were removed and replaced with disks from electric players, a pulley - from a washing machine; gears - from a large hand drill; folding drive handle and frame elements (pipes and angles) - from cots and children's sleds; and here in the design of the body elements of street lamps, motorcycle fenders, a bread box, and sheet aluminum are used; the bunker is cut and riveted from a zinc trough; front wheel - from a cargo trolley; all handles are window handles; staples and cap locks - from cutlery boxes; dust bin mesh - from an acoustic speaker; and finally, brushes - for sweeping floors.
SO, NON-STRUCTION
The MIM-1 chassis is three-wheeled. All wheels are independent of each other, although the rear ones sit on the same axle. Right - drive. When moving, the pulley, using a V-belt through a system of rollers hidden in the console, transmits torque to the curb brush, and it throws debris from baseboards or curbs in front of the machine. The rotation speed of this brush depends on the speed of movement of the machine itself, and the force of friction on the floor depends on the height of the brush above it, which is adjusted with a screw on the console. If necessary, the curb brush can be eliminated from the work by moving the console to a vertical position.
There is a brush carriage inside the machine. It consists of two cheeks - aluminum plates connected along the sides by four horizontal pipes. The top two play the role of a frame, the bottom ones act as an axle: on one the carriage rotates (the wheels and a large sprocket also sit here), on the other the brush drum rotates. These axles are in bearings.
From the drive wheel, the sprocket transmits movement through a chain to the intermediate block, and from it to the brush drum. During one revolution of the wheel, the latter rotates four times.
MPM-1 device:
1 — top trim, 2 — brush carriage cheek, 3 — brush drum lifting mechanism, 4 — side trim, 5 — removable container, 6 — locking pin (2 pcs.), 7 — front wheel carrier bracket, 8 — front wall hopper, 9 - hopper, 10 - rear wall, 11 - rubber pick-up valve, 12 - brush drum gear, 13 - brush drum, 14 - intermediate gear-sprocket block, 15 - chain, 16 - drive sprocket, 17 - rear rubber cuff, 18 — frame tube.
Cleaning
To determine what means we will use to clean the surface, you need to know exactly what material your path is made of. For example, paths that are covered with pine bark, despite their excellent appearance and pleasant pine aroma, require a more gentle approach to cleaning than paths made of paving slabs or natural stone. This ecological path will serve you for several years; the main thing is to add new bark at least once a year, thereby prolonging its life.
Garden paths made of stone, concrete, and paving slabs must be cleaned in a different way, as well as options made of wood.
But despite all the nuances, if you clean everything in time, you won’t need to spend a lot of effort and time later to get your paths in perfect order. Once again sweeping the yard of fallen leaves or debris is much easier than looking for suitable material and restoring some of the damaged material.
Without exception, all paths and areas in the garden need:
homemade lamborghini
Old Guo carries his grandson in a homemade mini-Lamborghini.
Old Guo carries his grandson in a homemade mini-Lamborghini.
A Vietnamese car mechanic from Bac Giang province created a replica of a Rolls-Royce using an old VAZ Seven. I bought it for 10 million dong (about $500). He spent another 20 million on “tuning”. Most of the amount went to metal, electrodes and a radiator grille a la Rolls-Royce, ordered from a local workshop. It turned out rough. But the guy became famous. A real Rolls-Royce Phantom in Vietnam costs about 30 billion VND.
Rules for serious cleaning of paths and areas
Let's consider another option for cleaning garden paths, when after the construction of a country house, or household buildings, or even just the use of motor equipment, including cars, construction debris, cement chips, oily stains and other serious contaminants remain on the road surfaces of your area, which simply Washing with a jet of water will not do the job.
DIY path cleaning
If the paths of your site are covered with crushed bark or gravel, we remove the surface contaminated layers of material only in those places where they are seriously damaged. If the contamination is more serious, it is necessary to remove almost the entire area down to the sand base and replace it with new material. If your paths are made of soil or fine-grained decorative coatings, including colored decorative sand, or finely crushed colored crushed stone, it is necessary to remove part of the coating and replace it with a new one.
The best solution for cleaning lawn paths is to cut out the damaged turf and replace it with new one.
Wooden coverings, including decking and platforms, require more careful processing using special products. Don’t forget to select the material used to cover the entire garden path according to its composition and color in order to avoid multi-colored finishes. In the windows of hardware stores, you can find all sorts of options for special products for the care and removal of serious stains on wood. If part of the damaged section of the path after its restoration is still different, you will have to sand the entire section and cover it with new protective agents.
To clean hard surfaces such as concrete, artificial or natural stone, mosaic, and other similar surfaces from serious contamination, you need a different cleaning approach.
Let's consider the manual method of cleaning garden paths as a basic option:
The main thing to remember is that when working with certain acids, chlorine and alkaline cleaning solutions, you should not neglect your own health and safety. When working with such products, be sure to use rubber gloves and a respirator; if possible, it is better to arm yourself with safety glasses that can save you from flying drops, even with a minimal acid content. After all, if such a drop gets into the eye, it can seriously damage it.
How to choose
To choose the right sweeper, it is important to determine what size and complexity of tasks will need to be solved using the equipment. If you have a small area and do not have to clean it frequently, a mechanical device is quite suitable. For sweeping medium and large offices and other premises, it is recommended to purchase electrical equipment. With large open areas at your disposal, a petrol sweeper is the ideal choice.
Note! For enclosed spaces such as warehouses and offices, it is necessary to choose electrical equipment. In large open spaces, gasoline-powered equipment will do the best job.
Types of sweepers
The conditional classification of sweepers is as follows:
In addition, sweeping equipment differs in the type of brushes. They can be lateral and rotate around a vertical axis. In this case, the garbage moves to the central part of the unit to fall into a garbage bag or a special tank. When using the reverse mode, all particles fly away from the machine. This function allows you to clear snow from paths and sidewalks.
In models with rotary brushes, rotation occurs along horizontal axes. Most often, one wide brush is installed for two operating modes.
Features of operation
Today it is not necessary to purchase such expensive equipment. There are many businesses that rent out cleaning machines. This greatly simplifies the task; you can use the device temporarily and give it away when you no longer need it.
Important! For proper operation of the cleaning apparatus, it is necessary to comply with the operating modes described in the instructions.
Sweepers have several operating modes, switching between which is carried out using buttons or levers. For a specific type of coating, it is necessary to select special operating modes so that the device works correctly and properly.
Working tools and their connecting and rotating areas should be cleaned after each use. Debris and dust from the container must also be thrown away after use.
Main selection criteria
Before purchasing a particular sweeper model, you must first consider your needs. At the same time, you should not overpay for a more powerful machine if the task is to clean paths and areas near a private house.
If you do not know how to choose a sweeper, then contact our company staff. They will offer several options based on your requests and wishes, taking into account the following parameters:
Over large areas, mechanical sweeping equipment will be inappropriate. In this case, a machine with an electric drive with a capacity of more than 2000 m2/h would be appropriate. Particular attention should be paid to the brushes. The speed and method of harvesting depends on their width. Models with hard bristles are designed for external work on rough surfaces, while soft bristles are suitable for internal cleaning of smooth floors.
Characteristics
Such mechanisms are characterized by increased productivity. Where you would have to wave a broom for 4-6 hours, a sweeper will do the job in 30-40 minutes. The street cleaning machine rides on wheels. It always has a brush in front or below, sometimes several brushes. For the manufacture of brushes the following are used:
- wire;
- high rigidity nylon;
- other fibrous materials.
Mechanical sweeping equipment effectively sweeps away fresh snow, sand, dust, and fallen leaves. Such devices can be used on a dirt site, on asphalt and cement, on tiles and other surfaces. The following devices can be used:
- when cleaning various warehouses and production workshops;
- when removing dirt from street sidewalks;
- during the cleaning of public highways and access roads;
- for removing contaminants in the courtyards of private houses;
- when caring for areas surrounding hotels, shops, official institutions, offices and so on.
The cleaning machine can be used to maintain order in parking lots, parking lots and technological areas.
Sweeper Vari CB-80Z
| This unit also has a cylindrical brush at the front, on which stiff nylon hairs are placed in a spiral. You can also adjust the tightness of the seal, depending on the amount of debris and its type. Moreover, the tilt angle is fixed in 12 positions. Customers like the Vari sweeper because of its compactness and functionality. Despite its small size, this is a very productive machine. Equipped with a proprietary VARI XP-200 engine with 6 hp. Self-propelled, reaches speeds of up to 3 km per hour, while weighing only 68 kg. It is started manually, very easy to use, you can change the angle of the brush from the operator’s seat. Can work with attachments. |
Sweeper Vari CB-80Z
Types of devices
Manual sweepers can be equipped with additional accessories, including auxiliary brushes. Devices with two cleaning elements allow you to care for different areas much more effectively than conventional options. When choosing a suitable mechanism, you need to focus on the range of tasks that must be solved. Pay attention to:
- cleaning intensity;
- the size of the street space or room;
- types of waste to be cleaned;
- severity of pollution.
A completely mechanical device differs in that it will have to be pushed in front of you. During movement, the brush unwinds. This option is considered the best choice for a private house or summer cottage. No need for electricity or liquid fuel increases the functionality of the device. But we must take into account that mechanical equipment is very unsuitable for industrial premises and large outdoor areas. If you need a device for increased mobility that saves operator effort, you should take a closer look at battery-powered mechanisms. It must be remembered that almost all such sweepers will need to be moved manually. For the most efficient use of energy, the battery almost always serves only as a drive for the brush. But even this innovation allows you to significantly increase productivity. Cordless sweepers collect dust into special plastic containers.
Gasoline units have the highest performance. They are great when you need to clean large open areas. The capacity of the gasoline tank lasts up to 4-5 hours. It is a sweeper with an internal combustion engine that should be used if you plan to remove construction waste. The increased hardness of such debris means that the device must be equipped with hard wire brushes.
Gasoline devices are also recommended for snow removal. It is advisable to provide the mechanism with brushes of varying hardness, depending on whether only freshly fallen snow will be removed or not. When choosing a sweeping unit for cleaning plant debris, you need to focus only on the required performance of the device. Household stains are best removed by battery-powered and mechanical sweepers. It is unwise to purchase a gasoline-powered mechanism for cleaning any premises.
Practical advice, additional parameters that determine functionality
The modern market offers a huge selection of models from European, American and Asian manufacturers. Among them is the most popular Karcher, characterized by reliability and durability. High-performance Tielburger, multifunctional and intuitive Lavor Pro, affordable Portotecnica. Their equipment is distinguished by a wide range of models, a wide range of performance and prices.
The average cost of a sweeper with a working width of about one meter and a power of up to 6 hp. and a cleaning speed of 4500-5000 m2/h will amount to 70,000-90,000 rubles. The price of battery analogues starts from 120,000 and above. Be sure to pay attention to reviews from real customers who will tell you in detail about all the pros and cons of this modification. You should not chase a cheap car, as it may be of extremely poor quality and will probably fail after 1-2 seasons.
Karcher
Alfred Krcher GmbH & Co. KG is a world leader in the production of cleaning systems. Krcher constantly conducts research and new developments, thanks to which it regularly updates its model range and offers more modern models of sweeping machines. Sweepers of this brand provide effective cleaning - fast, high-quality, with minimal dust formation. The company offers sweeping equipment designed for cleaning areas of different sizes, working outdoors and indoors. The company pays great attention to organizing high-quality service in Russia.
When choosing machines from this company, it is necessary to take into account that manual sweepers, at a low cost, are a cost-effective alternative to a broom and are used for quick, clean and convenient cleaning of small areas. Seat-on sweepers are significantly more expensive, but they are also much more productive, more manoeuvrable and provide cost-effective, efficient and thorough cleaning of medium to large areas.
For cleaning large areas, it is more convenient to use the KM 85/50 W model - the most productive machine in its class. It is available powered by a Honda four-stroke gasoline engine or by batteries. The machine is equipped with a floating main brush suspension and a manually operated gate to allow beer cans, cigarette packs and other large lightweight debris to pass through, which is then thrown into the container due to the special shape and arrangement of the main brush strands. For protection against impacts, side deflector rollers are installed. The main brush works on the principle of throwing, which improves the quality of cleaning and increases the possible degree of filling of the container. The waste container with integrated handle is detached from the machine and can be moved on its own wheels to the unloading point. Manual sweepers
| Model | Working width, mm | Productivity, m2/h | Hopper capacity, l | Weight, kg |
| KM 650 I | 650 | 650 | 40 | 16 |
| KM 70/20 | 480 | 3680 | 42 | 26 |
| KM 70/30 | 480 | 2800 | 42 | 27 |
| KSM 690 Profi Pack | 480 | 2800 | 60 | 56 |
| KSM 750 Pack | 550 | 2850 | 40 | 91 |
| KSM 750 Profi Pack | 550 | 2850 | 40 | 115 |
| KM 85/50 W BP Pack Adv | 610 | 4860 | 50 | 195 |
Manual suction sweepers (petrol engine)
| Model | Working width, mm | Productivity, m2,/h | Hopper capacity, l |
| KSM 750B Honda | 550 | 2850 | 40 |
| KM 85/50 WP | 610 | 4860 | 50 |
| KSM 750 B B&S | 550 | 2850 | 40 |
| KM 85/50 WP Adv | 610 | 4860 | 50 |
Seat-mounted suction sweepers (battery-powered)
| Model | Working width, mm | Productivity, m2/h | Waste bin capacity, l | Operating speed, km/h | Climbability, % |
| KM 90/45 R Bp Pack | 700 | 5400 | 45 | 6 | 12 |
| KMR 1050 S BAT Pack | 620 | 6600 | 50 | 6 | 12 |
| KM 100/100 R Bp Pack | 700 | 7800 | 100 | 6 | 15 |
| KMR 1250 BAT Pack | 750 | 7800 | 100 | 6 | 18 |
| KM 120/150 R Bp Pack | 850 | 8700 | 150 | 6 | 12 |
Suction sweepers with operator's seat (diesel engine)
| Model | Working width, mm | Productivity, m2/h | Waste bin capacity, l | Operating speed, km/h | Climbability, % |
| KM 100/100 RD | 700 | 10 400 | 100 | 8 | 18 |
| KMR 1250 D | 750 | 10 400 | 100 | 8 | 18 |
| KMR 1700D | 1100 | 14 000 | 300 | 10/16 | 10 |
| KMR 1700 D KAT | 1100 | 14 000 | 300 | 10/16 | 25 |
| KM 120/150 RD | 850 | 11 600 | 150 | 8 | 18 |
Suction sweepers with operator's seat (petrol engine)
| Model | Working width, mm | Productivity, m2/h | Waste bin capacity, l | Operating speed, km/h | Climbability, % |
| KMR 1000 T | 700 | 6300 | 2x30 | 7 | 20 |
| KMR 1050 SB | 620 | 8800 | 50 | 8 | 12 |
| KM 100/100 RP | 700 | 10 400 | 100 | 8 | 18 |
| KMR 1250 B | 750 | 10 400 | 100 | 8 | 18 |
| KM 120/150 RP | 850 | 11 600 | 150 | 8 | 18 |
Suction sweepers with operator's seat (gas engine)
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Review of manufacturers and models
When wondering how to choose the right sweeping machine, pay attention to the main characteristics and functionality. It must be remembered that such a purchase is made no more than once every few years. We have compiled a rating of popular models, among which you can easily find the unit that best suits your specific conditions.
| Model name | type of drive | Productivity by area (m2/h) | Tank volume (l) | Working width of brushes (mm) | Short description |
| LavorPro 651 M | Mechanical | 1500 | 40 | 500 | Features a foldable handle, lightweight impact-resistant body and a roller for maneuvering |
| Nilfisk SM 800 | Mechanical | 3300 | 34 | 450 | Equipped with an ergonomic rubberized handle. Made from anti-corrosion material |
| Karcher KM 70/20 CBasis | Mechanical | 2800 | 42 | 480 | Maneuverable, lightweight, inexpensive and compact device |
| Cleanfix HS 770 | Mechanical | 3550 | 32 | 770 | Compact dimensions and high power |
| Comac CS 60 B | Rechargeable | 3850 | 65 | 850 | Suitable for cleaning indoors and outdoors. Features rotary filtration |
| Lavor Pro SWL R 850 ET | Rechargeable | 4900 | 55 | 850 | Industrial type machine |
| Nilfisk SW900 B | Rechargeable | 4725 | 60 | 600 | Cleans even in hard-to-reach places |
| Lavor Pro R1000 ET BIN-UP | Rechargeable | 6200 | 62 | 1230 | Equipped with operator's workstation, filtration system, front lighting and horn |
| Lavor Pro SWL 900 ST | Petrol | 3700 | 60 | 710 | The suction sweeper with a Japanese engine copes well with dirt thanks to its lifting angle of 20% |
| Comac CS 50 Ht | Petrol | 2600 | 40 | 650 | Spacious device with adjustable brush |
| Comac CS 100 D | Diesel | 11475 | 400 | 1350 | Professional equipment for cleaning large areas. Has a shock-resistant body and a powerful diesel engine |
| Lavor Pro SWL 700 ST | Petrol | 2620 | 45 | 680 | Reliable equipment with an operator station will collect any debris and stones |
| Tielburger TK 17 AD-380-040TS | Petrol | 2200 | 45 | 700 | A compact and powerful machine will efficiently remove or clear the area of snow |
| Karcher KM 85/50 WB | Petrol | 4850 | 50 | 1050 | Comfortable handle with built-in hand brake, efficient suction and removable container |
A brief overview of the functionality and main parameters will help you understand which machine is best suited to your needs. If you have any questions, please contact our specialists for help using the feedback form or by calling the specified phone numbers.
The lineup
The Karcher S 650 sweeper gives good results. This device perfectly removes dirt and debris from house paths, street sidewalks and terraces. The manufacturer claims that this model is suitable for restoring order in warehouses and industrial buildings, and parking spaces. The hourly productivity of the device reaches 1800 sq. m. Judging by the reviews, the speed of cleaning compared to using a broom and broom increases by 4-6 times.
It is allowed to install the mud container in a vertical position. Therefore, the Karcher S 650 is quite compact when stored. The comfortable handle makes it much easier to move. Thanks to a pair of side handles, the most efficient cleaning of garden paths is guaranteed. Containers can be removed and installed without direct contact with debris.
Comac brand products are made in Italy. This type of cleaning equipment belongs to the professional class. The CS 50 BT model is compact and reliable. The total productivity can reach 2250 sq. m in 60 minutes. The device is capable of cleaning industrial, warehouse, and retail areas.
The Lavor Pro BSW 375 ET system is supplied with a battery and charger.
The mechanism is stated to be capable of cleaning up to 1000 square meters. m of floor per hour. Along with the main brush, there are also disc-type side brushes. They very effectively clean areas near walls and other hard-to-reach places.
