Southeastern Equipment & Supply Blog

 Squeegees 101: The PRO tip buying guide! Did you know there are different types of squeegee blades and that depending on the type you get, will make all the difference in your floor being squeaky clean or having water spots all over? Let’s start with the value option:  GUM RUBBER GUM RUBBER shines when you need a cheap squeegee blade for basic cleaning. They have a low initial cost Usually tan in color They don’t usually have a long lifespan, even when properly rotated (we will cover that more in-depth later) They will deteriorate quickly if used for anything other than water i.e. chemicals or oils They work well for most floors that are wet with water, so if you’re just planning to wash the floors with water and don’t want to spend a lot of money upfront, GUM RUBBER may be a good option for you! Next, let’s look at the most expensive and best option for cleaning up oils or chemicals: POLYURETHANE POLYURETHANE squeegees are the best option fo...

Maintaining A Wet/Dry Vac What machine can be found in both homes and construction sites, is easily portable, and has the ability to up suck dust, debris, and liquids? We’re talking about the versatile and industrious Wet/Dry Vacuum, also referred to in some circles as a "shop vac."  If you own a shop vac you may be thinking of all the tough jobs it can tackle and likely cannot imagine being without this time-saving wonder of a machine! So doesn't it make sense to give it all the care and maintenance it needs to keep going? Of course! 5 focus areas for maintaining your Wet/Dry Vacuum Note: Prior to any maintenance, make sure your Wet/Dry Vac is unplugged or disconnected from any power source and that you are in a well ventilated area. The process will differ slightly with each machine. 1. Filters Your Wet/Dry Vac...is a vacuum. Many machines have two different types of filters which allow it to suck up both liquid and solid matter and these need checked and/o...

Vacuuming SUCKS! Here’s How to Do it Better Despite the emergence of different flooring options over the past several years, carpets have fared well in their popularity due to price, comfort, and available styles. Coupled with the fact that cleaning technologies have grown by leaps and bounds, it’s safe to say that carpets are here to stay and the importance of keeping them looking beautiful cannot be over-stressed. Are you doing all you can to protect one of the most important assets of your business? The answers lies underfoot...and below - so read on. We’ll discuss 5 ways you could be treating your carpets better which will ultimately save you time and money. 1) Clear the Deck! It would not be uncommon to find rubber bands, coins, safety clips, even staples on commercial carpets. Remove any debris from floors that could possibly get stuck in the vacuum cleaner. These are no good for your vacuum’s “digestion.” Carpet raking will also loosen the fibers allowing for a ...

The Advance SC750 and SC800 walk-behind scrubbers are popular for good reason. They offer simple operation and flexible performance. As things tend to do, the vacuum motor will wear over time and may eventually require replacement. This article will explain how to replace the vacuum motor on the Advance SC750, SC800, SC750 ST, and SC800 ST walk-behind scrubbers. If you need to order the vacuum motor, you may do so using this link . Removal and Installation 1. Turn off key switch, drain recovery tank and lift recovery tank up. 2. Cut tie straps securing wiring and disconnect vacuum motor electrical connection 3. Remove vacuum motor cover mounting screws and cover. Note: The vacuum motor cooling fan guard may come off the end of the motor. Do not run the motor without the guard in place. Make sure that it is put back on during reassembly. 4. Remove vacuum motor and foam pieces. Pay attention to how the foam pieces are positioned. 5. Reassemble in reverse order.     a. Ins...

Replacing the ec-H2O Nanoclean Water Conditioning Cartridge Kit ( Nobles & Tennant ) Here are some facts about cartridge replacements that may help you when using and replacing ec-H2O cartridges:  Cartridge will need to be replaced if it reaches max water usage or if it expires.   New cartridge can last up to 24 months depending on the machine's usage.   The shelf life of an un-installed cartridge is 1 year . Installation Instructions Install Time: 30 minutes SAFETY REMINDER:   Stop on a level surface, turn off the machine, and set parking brake if equipped.   1.  After locating the cartridge, make sure to take note of how it is currently oriented ( Southeastern's tip :  snap a photo before removing it so you can compare when installing the new one ).  2. In order to disconnect the two hose connectors, press the gray collars inward and pull the connectors out.  ...

It has been said that your floors are like the “shoes” of a room .  It takes no time for them to get dull, dirty, and beat up considering they are the most used part of the room.  However, just as in what type of shoes you wear say a lot about you, so do your floors.  If you have on the finest outfit, tailored to perfection, looking like a star when you walk into any room, it could easily be ruined by a filthy pair of beat up, dull, grungy looking shoes.  Just like you wouldn’t want to give off the wrong impression by not looking the part, likewise, your floors say a lot about you.  To me, there is nothing worse than walking into a place of business and looking down to see dirty, ill-maintained floors.  How well you care for the cleanliness of your business says a lot about the care and devotion you put into your product, as well as your customers.  Looks are EVERYTHING sometimes, and remember, you only have one chance to make a favorable a...

Why extract? Regular carpet cleaning is a must in order to maintain a professional appearance and to prolong the life of your carpet. In carpet care, it is important to treat soiled spots quickly and periodically extract the carpet. This ensures that surface stains and odors are removed on a regular basis. If extraction is not done on a regular basis, stains can set in permanently, leading to costly carpet replacement. What is involved in carpet extraction, more specifically hot water extraction (HWE)? Quite simply, it is the process of delivering a cleaning chemical, agitation or pressure is applied and then a vacuum recovery system is used. This method used to be called “steam cleaning” even though no steam was being used to clean the carpet. What to Consider Here are a few different features to look for when purchasing an HWE. Water pressure - A minimal amount of pressure is needed to distribute the water and chemicals to the carpet. Some manufacturers advertise their m...