{"id":1029,"date":"2016-11-09T07:00:48","date_gmt":"2016-11-09T12:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rhiel.com\/?p=1029"},"modified":"2024-03-15T12:39:19","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T16:39:19","slug":"whats-new-exciting-tomcat-floor-scrubbers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rhiel.com\/whats-new-exciting-tomcat-floor-scrubbers\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s New and Exciting with Tomcat Floor Scrubbers?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here at the Rhiel Supply Company we have been selling floor cleaning equipment for about as long as floor equipment has been around. \u00a0Industrial\/Commercial automatic sweepers and automatic floor scrubbers have been a main part of our product line for years. \u00a0One of the best lines we have ever sold is manufactured by Tomcat<\/a>, a division of the RPS Corporation. \u00a0This has been some of the best equipment on the market since it was introduced. \u00a0We have been a full service sales, parts, and service distributor for over 15 years and the results have been great for us. \u00a0One of the big reasons we have had so much success with Tomcat is the durability and reliability that is built into every one of the machines. \u00a0They are built on a solid steel frame, unlike many of their competitors who use lightweight plastic. \u00a0This means they can be rebuilt over and over again when subjected to harsh applications. \u00a0They make great rental machines and have boosted our rental business significantly. \u00a0These sweepers and scrubbers are hard working machines that last longer than any I\u2019ve seen in the market in the 35 years I\u2019ve been selling and servicing commercial floor cleaning equipment.<\/p>\n

Recently Tomcat has undergone a bit of a face lift. \u00a0They committed to a redesign of their top automatic floor scrubbers and the results are even better than I expected. \u00a0The new models have more features, more labor saving devices and are simpler to use. All these models perform extremely well while maintaining the high quality, reliability and durability standards we have come to expect from Tomcat. \u00a0Let\u2019s take a look at some features that I think make these new models the best on the market. \u00a0I\u2019ve been doing this for 35 years and these are the improvements that I believe make these the best there are out there. \u00a0This is not an exhaustive study, just a few of the notable features that make these scrubbers the best option to clean, scrub, and prep your floors, no matter what type of facility you may have. Not all of these features are new but they do make Tomcat one of the best floor scrubber lines I have ever used. \u00a0Let\u2019s start at the front of the Scrubbers and move to the rear.<\/p>\n

Scrub Brushes<\/h5>\n

All the scrubbers have multiple scrub head options depending on your application. \u00a0They all have protective corner rollers and up to 250 lbs. of down pressure.<\/p>\n

The standard rotary brush head that incorporates standard pads or rotary brushes have Heavy Duty Motors and the standard Metal Plate Frame. \u00a0Aluminum Brush decks resists corrosion. \u00a0Gimbal Mounted Brushes insure optimal cleaning on uneven surfaces.<\/p>\n

Cylindrical brush heads are great for areas where you need to pick up a lot of debris while you are scrubbing. \u00a0This eliminates the need to sweep before you scrub in many instances. \u00a0These brushes turn at 750 rpms and do a great job with uneven surfaces like cleaning tile and grout. \u00a0They can eliminate the need to dust mop before scrubbing.<\/p>\n

EDGE Flat Surface Scrub Heads are great for cleaning relatively flat surfaces on a regular basis. \u00a0Full contact pad presser allows you to scrub your floor and gives consistent results without swirl marks. \u00a0These scrub heads use 70% less water, allow you to strip floors without chemicals, prep and screen gym floors, reduce slip and fall incidents, and earn LEED Credits.<\/p>\n

Vacuum Protection System<\/h5>\n

This new system provides optimal protection for your vacuum motor. \u00a0This means vacuum suction is maintained and water pick-up remains good at all times. \u00a0\u00a0When the dirty water is picked up from the floor it enters the recovery tank through a vacuum hose. \u00a0The new Tomcat System runs the water through a drain saver basket before it hits the tank. \u00a0This traps any large debris from filling the dirty water tank. \u00a0There is also an oversized filter screen and a white vacuum filter cleaning the air of foam and debris. \u00a0The air flow then enters a baffling system that eliminates any water or moisture left in the lines from getting to the vacuum motor. This protects the vacuum motor and reduces the risk of premature failure from moisture buildup inside the vac motor.<\/p>\n

Solution and Recovery Tanks<\/h5>\n

Increased tank sizes mean less time stopping to drain and refill. \u00a0Tomcat has increased the size of the tanks without reducing the maneuverability of the scrubber. \u00a0Tank sizes can be ordered on a new walk-behind scrubber as big as 37 gallons. \u00a0This is a significant labor reducing feature when coupled with an EDGE Scrub head which uses 70% less water.<\/p>\n

Squeegee Replacement<\/h5>\n

Squeegees can be a hassle to remove or change. \u00a0Now, with a new quick change feature, changing squeegees takes only minutes. \u00a0One lever removes the squeegee retainer bracket. \u00a0You can then remove, replace, or change squeegee sides and replace the bracket quickly, efficiently, and the squeegee assembly will be level and ready for use.<\/p>\n

Wheels<\/h5>\n

Drive wheels, tires and casters come in a variety of options. \u00a0Solid, Non-Marking, Pneumatic and Foam Filled are available. \u00a0The proper tire will depend on your floor surface. \u00a0Caster wheels are also available in different materials depending on your application.<\/p>\n

Frame<\/h5>\n

The frames on Tomcat Scrubbers are all steel plate. \u00a0They are coated in corrosion resistant material. \u00a0But the frames can also be completely undercoated for more protection or constructed out of a stainless steel plate if you application requires.<\/p>\n

Control Panel<\/h5>\n

The operator’s control panel can be configured in a variety of choices. \u00a0Key switches, Lock out Devices, or rocker switches can be used to manage water solution usage, brush down pressure, brush speed, chemical usage, clean out spray jet pumps and a variety of other options to make your scrubber more productive and efficient in your application.<\/p>\n

To see one of the new Tomcat models is to believe what they can do. \u00a0They provide a better choice for cleaning floors with less labor, less chemical and water usage, reduced brush and pad wear, and less downtime. \u00a0Contact us at Rhiel Supply and we\u2019ll demonstrate the appropriate model in your facility. \u00a0You can see for yourself how they have earned their reputation.
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Here at the Rhiel Supply Company we have been selling floor cleaning equipment for about as long as floor equipment has been around. \u00a0Industrial\/Commercial automatic sweepers and automatic floor scrubbers have been a main part of our product line for years. \u00a0One of the best lines we have ever sold is manufactured by Tomcat, a […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":2241,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[24,18],"tags":[29,20,33],"yoast_head":"\nWhat\u2019s New and Exciting with Tomcat Floor Scrubbers? - Rhiel Supply Company<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Tomcat floor scrubbers have just gotten a big face lift. There are new and exciting features that will make your life easier. 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