GUIDE TO VACUUM CLEANERS

Guide to Vacuum Cleaners

Vacuum Cleaner : What is it?

Vacuum cleaners are cleaning devices that make use of an air pump, creating vacuum to suck up and collect dirt, dust, and other debris, usually from the floor, carpet, bedsheets, and other smooth surfaces. The debris are collected and stored in a bag or by a cyclonic or filtering system for later disposal.

Vacuum cleaners are composed of six essential components, including an intake port that sucks up dirt, an exhaust port that blows off exhaust, an electric motor that drives the machine, a fan, a durable plastic bag, and a housing that contains all the components. They typically make use of electricity to operate, thus come with an electric cord, as well.

Types of Vacuum Cleaners

Kinds of Vacuum Cleaners include the following:

Function types

Residential vacuum cleaners

Residential vacuum cleaners are solely intended for home use.
They typically feature a motor, a plastic body, and a brush.
They are designed with a cord that usually does not feature a ground fault plug.
They are typically smaller than industrial models.
Some models come with a filter bag, while others are designed with a non-filter cyclonic bag
They are generally inexpensive, easy to operate, and lightweight in design.
They usually last up to five years of regular use.

Industrial vacuum cleaners

Industrial or commercial vacuum cleaners are primarily intended for large establishments such as offices, malls, and grocery stores.
They are designed to withstand more vigor and extensive use than residential models.
They are typically constructed with a body made of either metal or plastic.
Most models some with two motors – one driving the brush and the other driving the vacuum.
Most models feature a cord that extends up to 50 feet long and a ground fault protector for added convenience, functionality, and security.
They are available in both upright and backpack designs.

Size types

Wide vacuum cleaners

Wide vacuum cleaners measure a width of up to three feet.
They are ideal for cleaning large open areas like hotel hallways, banquet halls, and conference centers.
They cut vacuuming time up to 50%, compared to standard residential models.
They typically feature a beater brush running along the machine's length and a large, heavy-duty motor creating a very powerful suction.
They come with a large debris bag that can accommodate a significant amount of dirt for hours without emptying.
They are available in ride on and walk behind models.

Handheld vacuum cleaners

Handheld vacuum cleaners feature a small, compact, and lightweight design intended to be held by the hand.
They are convenient for picking up and collecting small messes.
They come in wired or wireless rechargeable models.
They are usually bagless, featuring only a dust cup that contains small amount of dirt and dust.
They are generally inexpensive and very easy to use.

Choosing Vacuum Cleaners (Buying tips)

Cord: Choose a vacuum cleaner that features an extra long cord, allowing you to clean even hard-to-reach areas in the house without the need to constantly drag the heavy device wherever you go. Also, make sure the cord does automatic winding up for easy use and storage.

Materials used: Look for a vacuum cleaner that is made of metal. Metal vacuum cleaners are more durable and long-lasting than plastic models. However, they are heavier in weight and are usually more expensive.

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