[Workshop Floor] How to clean oily floors using a floor scrubber?
Release time:2020-12-08
Nowadays, cleaning workshop floor surfaces often encounters many problems—either traces remain after cleaning, or the dirt simply won't come off. So, to address these issues, what kind of cleaner should we use to wash and clean the floors?
Due to societal progress and the growing demand for a high-quality life, factories are increasingly affected in their production processes—hygiene requirements being one of the key factors. Common flooring materials found in factories include concrete floors, cement floors, tiles, marble, terrazzo, PVC, and terrazzo with quartz aggregate. Regardless of the specific type of flooring, the cleaning challenges faced are remarkably similar: dust, ordinary trash, debris generated during production processes, oil stains, and other stubborn residues left by vehicles and various other sources. For generally light dust and debris, manual cleaning methods can effectively keep the floors spotless. However, when dealing with areas spanning thousands or even tens of thousands of square meters, it’s worth considering the use of ride-on sweepers to replace manual labor, thereby significantly boosting efficiency.
However, when dealing with heavy oil stains and stubborn grime, ordinary cleaning methods often fall short. For example, in a certain factory, the ground in the yard is made of rough cement and heavily contaminated with plasticizer-based oil stains. In the workshop, the floor is marble, also bearing severe contamination. Relying solely on water to scrub and rinse often fails to remove the dirt thoroughly, making it both difficult to clean and hard to keep clean—thus negatively impacting the company’s image. So, how can this issue be effectively addressed? One solution is to use a floor scrubber for cleaning. Before starting the cleaning process, be sure to add a low-foaming detergent to the清水箱 (clean water tank). Before tackling oil stains and other ground contaminants, remember: only proper cleaning techniques will prevent damage to the floor material. First, you need to identify the type of stain. Stains can generally be categorized into two main types: organic stains and inorganic stains. Oil stains—including those from red wine, oil spills (such as motor oil or diesel), and bird droppings—require specialized detergents like degreasers or oxidizing agents. For inorganic substances, such as rust or buildup in drainage channels, you’ll need to use alkaline cleaners.
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