Introduction
Whether you run a factory, shopping mall, hospital, property or station, floor cleaning is always the most critical part of daily maintenance.
An efficient floor scrubber can help you save labor costs, improve cleaning efficiency, and maintain your corporate image.
But when the cleaning equipment ages, it can become a burden: problems such as incomplete cleaning, rapid power consumption, frequent failures, and soaring repair costs may occur. This reminds us that we need to buy a new floor scrubber.
Why does Floor Scrubber Efficiency gradually Decrease?
A floor scrubber is a high-frequency, heavy-load industrial cleaning equipment. It is exposed to dust, oil and water for a long time, and the internal mechanical and electrical systems will continue to wear out.
In particular, the following key components are most likely to cause performance degradation:
- Battery System- Lifespan: 3-4 years. Long-term overcharging or undercharging will shorten the life.
- Brushes & Squeegee - Long-term friction and wear lead to a decrease in cleaning power
- Motor & Control Board- After aging, the suction power decreases and the operation response becomes slow
7 Signals - You Need to Buy a New Floor Scrubber
Cleaning Effect is Significantly Reduced
Phenomenon: After cleaning the floor scrubber machine, even replacing the brush tray and rubber strip, the floor is still not clean, with problems such as water marks and stains. This is likely a manifestation of motor power attenuation or aging of the water absorption system.
Judgment Skills: If there are still stains on the ground after cleaning, or if repeated cleaning is required to achieve the desired effect, it indicates that the floor cleaning machine performance has declined.
Frequent Malfunctions and High Maintenance Costs
Phenomenon: When the floor scrubber frequently has problems such as: Water suction motor burns out, battery doesn't charge and the pipe is blocked, the control panel fails. Moreover, the maintenance cost is approaching 30% - 40% of buying a new floor scrubber. From an economic perspective, continuing floor scrubber maintenance is not cost-effective.
Suggestion: If maintenance is required more than once a month, or if parts replacement has affected daily use, please consider replacing the entire floor scrubber.
Battery Life become Significantly Shorter
Phenomenon: The floor scrubber used to work continuously for 3 hours, but now it may run out of battery in just one hour. Frequent charging not only has low efficiency, but may also lead to battery swelling, leakage, and even safety hazards.
Tips: Please check the battery life. If it has been used for more than three years or has been charged and discharged more than 800 times, the battery life will be significantly reduced.
Old Model and Backward Performance
Phenomenon: New floor scrubber is equipped with intelligent control system, automatic water addition, low-noise design, energy-saving mode and other functions. Old floor scrubber not only has low cleaning efficiency, loud noise, and high energy consumption, but may also lack parts supply.
New Trend: Smart floor scrubber can automatically adjust the brush pressure, water volume, suction force and other functions, and the cleaning efficiency can be improved by more than 40%.
Noise becomes Louder and Vibration Intensifies
Phenomenon: The noise level of the floor scrubber increases significantly when it is running, especially in quiet places such as hospitals and stations. This noise will seriously affect the experience.
Judgment Criteria: If the noise exceeds twice the original level, it indicates that the internal bearings, motors, or shock absorber structures have worn out and should be repaired or replaced in a timely manner.
Water and Electricity Consumption Increased Significantly
Phenomenon: Older floor scrubber lack intelligent control systems and is unable to precisely adjust brush pressure and water volume. Long-term use not only wastes resources but also increases operating costs.
Comparison: New energy-saving floor scrubbers can save about 30% of water and electricity expenses.
Aging of Equipment Appearance and Seals
Phenomenon: The body shell is faded, cracked, and the water tank or pipes are not sealed tightly, causing water leakage. This aging may affect the internal electrical safety and even cause a short circuit.
Comparison: If the seal of the clean water tank or sewage tank is not tight, it should be replaced immediately or a new machine should be considered.
Repair vs. Replacement: Which is More Cost-Effective?
Project | Repair | Buy New One |
Cost | Continued increase | One-time investment |
Efficiency | Decreasing performance | High cleaning efficiency |
Downtime | Frequent downtime | Stable operation |
Lifespan | Short | Long-term operation |
Image | Outdated equipment | Enhanced brand image |
Conclusion: If repair costs exceed one-third of the price of a new machine, or if the equipment regularly interferes with daily cleaning efficiency, it's time to consider replacing it.
How to Choose a New Floor Scrubber Dryer Machine?
It is particularly important to purchase a new floor scrubber when the old one cannot meet daily usage needs. Choosing a suitable floor scrubber can be considered based on factors such as industry, site area, and cleaning standards.
Usage Scenarios | Recommended Models | Feature |
Factory/Workshop | Industrial Ride on Floor Scrubber | Large cleaning area, suitable for heavily oily floors |
Property/Shopping Mall | Walk behind floor Scrubber | Flexible and energy-saving, suitable for densely populated areas |
Hospital/Station | Silent Floor Scrubber | Quiet and environmentally friendly, improving environmental quality |
Large Logistics Warehouse | Medium to Large Sized Driving Floor Scrubber | Efficient coverage area |
Buying Tips:
- Prioritize brands with after-sales support and spare parts availability
- Choose a high-quality lithium-ion battery-powered floor scrubber
- For long-term use, consider smart or energy-efficient models to lower your total cost of ownership
Case Study
Case Study One: Experience of a manufacturing company
Background: A manufacturing plant was using four outdated floor scrubbers, which required maintenance an average of twice a month. This downtime impacted production efficiency.
Solution: Replacing the system with two autonomous ride-on floor scrubbers increased cleaning speed by nearly 50%, saving approximately $8500 in annual labor costs.
"The new equipment is not only faster and more energy-efficient, but it can also automatically refill and recycle water, making life much easier for the workers." — Factory Management Manager
Case Study Two: Successful Experience in Commercial Cost
Reduction
Background: A large commercial complex previously relied on manual labor combined with traditional small floor scrubbers for cleaning. Due to the large area and frequent cleaning, labor costs were high, and water stains often remained on the floor, leading to frequent customer complaints.
Solution: The property owner introduced a cleaning solution consisting of three push-type energy-saving floor scrubbers and one ride-on floor scrubber.
- Cleaning efficiency increased by approximately 60%, reducing daily cleaning from 8 hours
to 3 hours.
- Labor costs decreased by 40%.
- Mall floor cleanliness significantly improved, boosting customer satisfaction.
The machine cleans and dries the floor in one pass, which saves a lot of trouble." — Property Manager
Conclusion: Don’t Let Old Equipment Slow You Down
A floor scrubber is an essential partner for any business — but like all machines, it has a lifespan.When performance drops and maintenance costs rise, replacement isn’t an expense — it’s an upgrade. Investing in a modern scrubber means cleaner floors, lower costs, and a stronger brand image.
