We need to understand what squeegee blades are first, Through A Review of the Effects of Squeegees in Continuous Processing Machines article, we know that the application of rubber blades is very wide, used in printing and many other industries, today we are going to talk about floor scrubber squeegee blades.
What’s is floor scrubber squeegee blades?
Primarily used in shopping malls and other public spaces, gum rubber squeegees ensure maximum water collection on smooth and tiled floors, leaving them dry and safe for pedestrians
Three types of materials used for floor scrubber rubber you need to know.
Different rubber blades suit different floors.
The differences in the physical properties of different materials determine the various occasions for the rubber replacement blades, the most commonly used materials are。
- Gum Rubber perform well on flat floors and tile floors with grout lines, Because natural rubber is very flexible, it can seal more completely around the grout edges.Because of its relatively low cost, most manufacturers of rubber strips are using this material, its main feature is good elasticity, can be applied to smooth ground and tile floor; but the disadvantage is not resistant to oil, wear resistance is poor.
- Linatex squeegee blades also have better chemical resistance than natural rubber squeegees. This makes Linatex a very durable squeegee blade material and well suited for all applications, except oily soils.
- Urethane is generally less comprehensive in performance than natural rubber, but chemical-resistant urethane squeegees work especially well in industrial environments with oily or rough surfaces such as old or uneven floors, grates, or environments with sharp debris. Its disadvantage is the relatively high price.
General scrubber rubber blades are divided into front and rear rubber blades
- Front squeegee blades
- Rear squeegee blades
How to check rubber blade floor squeegee
- The front squeegee blade rides on the floor without as much down pressure as the rear squeegee blade. As long as the blade isn’t torn and it is holding its shape, it should be fine. If you see the blade is damaged, you can flip it over and use the other side. Once both sides are used, it’s time for a new blade.
- The rear squeegee blade needs to make good contact with the floor across the entire width as you’re cleaning. As you clean, the rear squeegee will wear down. The clean, crisp edge of the new squeegee eventually wears down. If the edge wears down too much, you will start to notice water streaks as you clean. Take action if your edge looks worn. The rear squeegee blade has four edges that can be used for cleaning. As long as the blade isn’t torn or deformed, you can rotate the blade use any clean edge. How long the blade will last depends on the type of squeegee material and the surface you’re cleaning. The best practice is to check it frequently until you get an understanding of how long it will last. Once you know how long it will usually last, you can set up a schedule to maintain your squeegee. Once you’ve used up all four wiping edges, it’s time for a new blade.
How to improve the performance of floor scrubber squeegee blades?
Each product page has a manual, please check the instruction manual before you start. There have some tips for you to improve the performance of floor squeegee blades.
instruction manual
- Check the squeegee blade before you start. Make sure the floor wiper rubber squeegee rubber is clean, free from tears, and has a good wiping edge.
- Check for problems with hoses. If the vacuum hose is damaged, a temporary fix with duct tape can get you through the shift. Replace the hose for the best performance. Also, make sure any gaskets are in good shape and the recovery tank lid is secure.
- Make sure the squeegee is level when you’re moving forward. too low or too high will effect the function of floor scrubber
- Adjust the wheels on the squeegee to prevent it from folding over too much. Make sure the squeegee is pressing down with the right amount of force.
- Dust mop thoroughly. The number one cause of streaks when scrubbing floors is debris stuck under the squeegee blade. Effective sweeping or dust mopping solves a lot of problems.
Note: When you find that the floor scrubber does not work, please find a professional to repair it, do not privately disassemble.
