Company Press Releases

(Elgin, IL) – IMAGINE … finding an environmentally sound answer for reducing air contaminants! Elgin Sweeper helps you take care of the world’s environment with the introduction of the Elgin Crosswind CNG, and the new and improved Elgin Eagle CNG. These compressed natural gas sweepers combine clean burning alternative fuel engines with the quality of the Elgin name. Although the Elgin Eagle CNG has been available for the past six years, a new level of technology has helped mold this sweeper into a state-of-the-art machine with increased efficiency. This same technology has been applied to the development of the new Crosswind CNG.

The natural gas propulsion engines of the Elgin CNG products are capable of meeting the ultra-low emitting vehicle (ULEV) standards, and produce only 10% of the pollutants normally emitted by traditional gasoline or diesel engines. And because CNG is economical and abundant in supply, it helps environmentally conscience companies and customers reduce pollution without a big hit to the bank account.

The Eagle CNG features a 10 foot maximum variable height side dump hopper with 4.5 cubic yard volumetric capacity, 10 foot wide sweeping path, and 2.4 liter compressed natural gas sweeper engine. Features of the Crosswind CNG are a rear dump hopper with 8 cubic yard volumetric capacity, 12 foot wide sweeping path, and 4.2 liter compressed natural gas sweeper engine. Both vehicles have a 5.9 CNG chassis engine, an optional Rule 1186 PM-10 compliance package, and composite tanks providing a diesel fuel equivalent of 52 gallons for extended operation.

Since 1914, Elgin Sweeper Company has offered the most comprehensive selection of street sweepers available. In addition to the wide selection, buyers can feel confident knowing that Elgin sweepers have been designed to be the most environmentally friendly sweepers in the world. And today, when environmental concerns are at the forefront of issues facing us, it’s time to start working towards conserving, protecting, and restoring our cities and towns from the dangers of environmental decay.

Elgin Sweeper Company – working hard to help you maintain a better world. Elgin is part of the Federal Signal Environmental Products Group, which also includes Five Star Manufacturing in Youngsville, NC; Vactor Manufacturing, Vaxjet, and Guzzler Manufacturing in Streator, IL; Jetstream of Houston in Houston, TX; and Ravo BV in Alkmaar, The Netherlands. Federal Signal Corporation is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange, under the symbol FSS. www.elginsweeper.com

April 13, 2000
Vactor Manufacturing Introduces VAXJET ® -- An Aid in Clean Water Act Compliance

Vactor Manufacturing, a division of Federal Signal's Environmental Products Group, announced the first quarter product acquisition of the VAXJET closed-loop surface cleaning system. This patented system is designed to remove oil, dirt, grease, rubber and other accumulations from flat surfaces. Industrial and commercial cleaning contractors can now service their customers while staying in compliance with tougher anti-discharge regulations.

This unique system was designed over a 10 year period by contractors’ Thomas Page and Sheree Moore. As parking lot sweeping contractors, Thomas and Sheree decided to diversify their business by offering power washing and concrete surface scrubbing services. As environmental regulations tightened, they soon realized the need to find a better method of removing oil, grease and rubber from surfaces. Their research, development and product revisions lead to the efficient, maneuverable design of today's VAXJET.

The Vactor VAXJET combines high-pressure water blasting technology (up to 15,000 PSI) with a powerful vacuum source and multi-stage filtration process. An operator guides a lightweight, compact rotary surface-cleaning head over the area. Removed contaminants go directly into the filtration system and all water used remains within this closed loop process. Other traditional pressure washing systems clean surfaces, but allow the residue – including oil, grease and detergents – to run off into storm drain systems, and ultimately into the water supply.

When compared to conventional waterblasting techniques for surface cleaning, each VAXJET system saves over one million gallons of water per year.

The VAXJET system has been tested and approved by the U.S. Postal Service, the U.S. Navy and Airforce, many airport authorities, and major oil companies.

Vactor Manufacturing is part of the Federal Signal Environmental Products Group, which also includes Elgin Sweeper Company, Five Star Manufacturing, Guzzler Manufacturing, Jetstream of Houston, and RAVO B.V. in The Netherlands.

For additional information, contact Bill Krupowicz, Director of Product Management, Vactor Manufacturing, 1621 South Illinois Street, Streator, IL Phone (815) 672-2779. Web site www.vactor.com.

Elgin Meets Air Quality Standards with Full Line of Sweepers
Updated - August 2000

(Elgin, IL) – IMAGINE … taking care of the world’s environment. Elgin Sweeper makes it possible to do just that with their PM10 efficient mechanical, regenerative air, and pure vacuum sweepers. So, what is PM10? It is a category of very small particles – small enough to be inhaled deep within the lungs. These particles, of great concern to public health, are less than 10 Microns in diameter, or approximately 1/7^th the thickness of a human hair. Not only is it a health issue for all of those breathing the contaminated air, it has created a major concern for manufacturers of industrial equipment such as street sweepers, for they must now become PM10 compliant in certain areas of the country.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set standards for air quality by identifying acceptable levels of PM10. They have also conducted tests in different parts of the country and have defined several areas, predominantly in the southwestern United States, as PM10 non-attainment areas. This, in short, means these particular regions are not maintaining a healthy standard of air quality. In light of this fact, the EPA is requiring that each of these areas submit a corrective plan of action to meet PM10 emission standards by any reasonable means.

Air quality agencies in several states are in the process of developing air quality plans to bring PM10 concentrations down to healthful levels. These plans include a variety of programs developed to reduce emissions, including dust control for roads, construction areas, landfills, and industrial facilities. PM10 levels may be high in different regions for completely different reasons. As one city may have high PM10 levels from usage of large quantities of deicers subsequent to major snow falls, other cities predominately generate PM10 because of large industries and automobiles. Therefore, each geographical area needs to develop their own plan of attack.

To aid in the reduction of PM10 levels, an organization called the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) has set their own regulations and standards within the southern California basin. Outlining compliancy to PM10 standards in their Rule 1186, the SCAQMD is responsible for reducing PM10 levels in southern California. The SCAQMD has contracted the Center for Environmental Research and Technology.

College of Engineering at University of Riverside, California (CE-CERT) to perform testing functions for certification of street sweepers. Currently these standards apply only to the state of California. However, other state and local governments are reviewing this type of regulation to see if it might be applicable in their non-attainment areas.

Previously, there was a belief that only “air” machines could meet the PM10 test standards; however, with the help of new technology, Elgin has seven mechanical sweepers also meeting the PM10 standards. In fact, Elgin is presently the only company to have PM10 efficient sweepers in the three-wheel urban mechanical category.

How is a sweeper evaluated for PM10 efficiency? It is evaluated in two primary areas. First, a sweeper is tested on its ability to pick-up very small particles. Second – while sweeping, the sweeper can only produce a minimal amount of small dust particles. A sweeper must pass both sections of this test with at least 80% pick-up efficiency to comply with PM10 efficiency standards.

MADVAC Inc
Contact: Andre Pollmueller

Phone 1-450-670-0200

Toll-Free 1-800-8-MADVAC

Fax 1-450-670-0299

marketing@madvac.com

Walk-behind pedestrian sweeper cleans litter from heavily congested pedestrian-filled airport areas quietly and efficiently.

1.      Two self-leveling brushes that sweep a 48” wide path
2.      Patented straight through suction, no fan to jam
3.      Two-step dust filtering system
4.      30 gallon capacity litter container
5.      14 hp Kubota water-cooled diesel engine
6.      Easy access disposable bag

MADVAC background: MADVAC has a network of 60 stocking distributors in 35 countries. MADVAC designs and manufactures vacuum litter collection vehicles since 1986, and has become the leader in litter management on the world market. It has delivered total quality vehicles for airports, highways, amusement parks, cities & municipalities, federal & state properties, industrial & commercial complexes, landfill sites, parks, campgrounds, schools & universities, shopping centers & parking lots, streets and underground garage applications.

SHARON HILL, PA – September 22, 2000 – Applied Sweepers launches its new model 424HS Green Machine, which retains all the things you loved about the well proven 414 Green Machine but doubles its speed up to 10 mph. With a fully adjustable twin wheeled seat, the 424HS Green Machine provides the operator with an extremely safe and comfortable ride. And forget the inconvenience of putting your Green Machine on a trailer to get to your sweeping area – the 424HS Green Machine will take you 2 miles in 12 minutes!

Applied Sweepers has been supplying the Green Machine to customers around the world for over 35 years and with this unparalleled level of expertise in the sidewalk sweeping market, customers are safe in the knowledge that every innovation is grounded in years of outdoor sweeping experience. In addition to the proven performance, the Green Machine provides you the peace of mind that it has proven safe for operators and the public alike in over 45 countries for over 35 years.

Applied Sweepers Inc. are part of a multi-national company, Applied Sweepers Ltd., located in Falkirk, Scotland. Applied Sweepers hold the Royal Warrant as suppliers of sweeping machines to Her Majesty The Queen and have machines operating at several of the world’s most prestigious locations such as Buckingham Palace, St. Peters Square and Times-Square in New York City! For additional information on Applied Sweepers or the Green Machine models available, please visit their web-site at www.appliedsweepers.com or call (610)583-8000.
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EnviroSpecialists produce a new product for dust control!
Dust is what we call the small particles of soil that are sent flying in
the air by passing street sweepers. This fugitive dust is a health hazard.
Occupational lung disease is the number one work related illness in the
United States. Fine airborne silica dust is classified by the International
Agency for Research on Cancer as a probable cause of cancer and breathing
dust contributes to or aggravates upper respiratory illness. But there is a
safe, cost effective solution to control dust.

EnviroSpecialists have developed a product called Dust Suppress to help
control the dust. Dust Suppress has been specially formulated to help
customers comply with today’s strict health, safety and environmental
regulations. It’s been extensively tested to ensure that it is safe
for the environment and safe for the workers handling the product.

This is how Dust Suppress works. Dust Suppress, when diluted in the water
in street sweepers, penetrates the dust on the streets making the dust
heavier so it won’t fly up in the air. It’s that simple.

EnviroSpecialists' customers range from cities and counties to independent
contractors. They are able to ship Dust Suppress all over the United
States. Dust Suppress is available in 1 gallon containers, 5 gallon
containers, and 55 gallon drums.

For more information please contact Stacy Tate at 972-977-7363 or email at
stacymcs@aol.com.
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RICK’S SUPER SWEEP

“THE PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE PROFESSIONALS”
Commercial Grounds Maintenance for:
Shopping Centers- Malls- Warehouses- Apartment Complexes

RICK’S SUPER SWEEP
P.O. BOX 770415
MIAMI, FL. 33177
Phone: (305) 978-3399 Pager: (305) 701-9764
Email: RIKSweep@aol.com
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Bell Equipment Company
is proud to introduce itself to the Sweepers Online Community. We are the authorized dealer for Elgin Sweeper Company, Five Star Manufacturing and Leach Vac-All for the State of Michigan. We provide sales, service, parts and rentals from our two locations in Lake Orion and Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Sweepster News Release - September 21, 2000
Powder Coating Paint System
Sweepster is pleased to announce the addition of our new powder coating paint system. This state-of-the-art technology gives all our products a quality finish that's resistant to chipping, fading and salt corrosion.

Environmentally friendly, the deluxe Wagner powder coating paint system replaces traditional wet spray with a durable, baked-on coating.

Pretreatment includes an iron phosphate wash to ensure a clean surface and a deionizing rinse for surface adhesion. Once ready, parts enter one of two identical coating booths where twelve automatic spray guns and two manual guns quickly go to work using 97% of the powder coating via reclaiming and reuse.

Parts ride an automated power conveyer line 835 feet through prep, paint and drying cycles. The oven cures the powder according to its cycle requirement and can reach a temperature of 500 degrees. Parts can be handled after cure without any damage to the finished surface. Also, a manual spray booth 16 ft. by 30 ft. handles the largest parts. Sweepster's powder coating system is highly efficient and economical. Enhanced appearance and longer product life are the consumer benefits. Environmental safety, uniformity and increased capacity are a few of the manufacturing benefits.

Sweepster has 42 years experience making power sweepers and attachments for all types of vehicles. Over 100,000 products are in use today sweeping everything from sidewalks to airport runways.

Convinced CSI Can Help
New president Bob Hammond relied on CSI for guidance as his Superior Sweeping Service, Inc. grew in Kalamazoo, MI

When Bob Hammond unexpectedly — and confidently — took on the presidential duties of Contract Sweepers Institute (CSI) last spring, he took a step he had been headed for since before he began his own sweeping business — in fact, even before he became a contract sweeper.

That’s because, on the advice of two contract sweeping industry veterans he talked with one summer, he joined the Contract Sweepers Institute while his company, Superior Sweeping Service, Kalamazoo, MI, was still just a gleam in his eye.

Former CSI vice president Hammond assumed the presidency following the unexpected resignation of Contract Sweepers Institute president Mark Antoncich, who sold his contract sweeping business last spring.

“Being president of the industry association was never a goal of mine,” Hammond says today. “But when I was starting out in business I was convinced that CSI could help me out — and it did. After that I just got more involved in the association because I feel that as we grow we can help each other out, and that’s how I ended up in a board position.”

But that’s getting ahead of the story. Bob Hammond’s road to the CSI presidency began more than a decade ago in a small southern Michigan town. As a pick up and delivery driver for Consolidated Freightways, he often wondered if he could make it as a small-business owner. After eight years with the Teamsters, Hammond had a good job with good benefits and a solid pension plan. So why throw that away?

“I always had a desire to be in business for myself,” he says. Whether it was the influence of his parents, who had been small-business owners, or the knowledge that he could fall back on driving, 12 years ago Hammond decided he had to start a business or he would always regret it.

A helpful hint

Hammond’s mother had a summer cottage on Coldwater Lake in southern Michigan. Tom and Kathie Cowman, a couple who had long vacationed on the same lake, learned of Hammond’s business aspirations and recommended a sweeping company. At the time, the Cowmans owned and operated Dayton Sweeping Service in Dayton, OH.

Hammond determined a demand for sweeping in the Kalamazoo area, and, with his mechanical know-how and the Cowmans’ 15 years of sweeping experience, Superior Sweeping Service was born.

Hammond bought a parking lot sweeper, operating his sweeping business at night and driving during the day. After six months working both jobs, Hammond quit his job with Consolidated Freightways to focus on Superior Sweeping Service full time.

Expanding the business into construction cleanup, Hammond hired his first employee, who was responsible for the night jobs. Hammond bought his first street sweeping machine that year - a used model from Tom Cowman’s fleet.

Superior Sweeping Service landed a few large jobs early on that solidified the success of the business. A large asphalt contractor hired Hammond for cleanup on all of its jobs.

When outside contractors came to build in the Kalamazoo area, they often asked the asphalt contractor to recommend a sweeper.

“The contractor’s estimators in a way became Superior Sweeping’s salespeople,” Hammond says.

Superior Sweeping Service also bid and received a contract with the county to maintain 200 curb miles and 42 bridge decks. Smaller area municipalities were switching to privatized sweeping rather than maintaining sweeping machines and crews themselves.

Hammond was able to take advantage of these growth opportunities, taking on more jobs, purchasing more equipment and ultimately hiring additional help.

A successful venture

Today, Superior Sweeping Service is a thriving business. The company now employs four office personnel (including Hammond and his wife Michelle), two night personnel, three street sweeper operators, a full-time mechanic and up to three seasonal employees, depending on work demands.

According to Hammond, most of Superior Sweeping’s revenue is generated by street sweeping, which, due to increasing environmental concerns and regulations, Hammond sees as a promising growth market.

Despite the minor management difficulties of operating a night crew, Superior Sweeping still has steady jobs in parking lot maintenance. After all, it “pays the light bill.”

Four years ago, Superior Sweeping Service expanded to include Superior Equipment LLC, a Schwarze Industries dealership. Hammond is now able to service area needs either as a contractor or an equipment supplier.

The sweeping business requires a lot of guess work. Weather conditions in Michigan, particularly the “lake effect” (Kalamazoo weather is heavily influenced by its proximity to Lake Michigan) make the business a bit unpredictable.

As sweeping so closely relates to construction and asphalt paving projects, Superior Sweeping Service has few large jobs between Thanksgiving and early March. Also, regulating and predicting manpower to construction needs is difficult.

“The market seems to demand different types of sweeping each year,” Hammond says. “There is a constant battle to adequately service customers without having machines and employees standing around waiting.” In spite of its headaches, Hammond is happy he took a risk 12 years ago, saying he “wouldn’t trade it for anything.”

Heading in the right direction

Bob Hammond joined the Contract Sweepers’ Institute (then National Contract Sweepers Institute) before he was officially in the sweeping business. The Cowmans had advised Hammond throughout his business startup and one of their recommendations was that he join the industry contract sweepers association. “So, I joined before I even bought my first sweeper,” he says.

For Hammond, the benefits of CSI were apparent right from the start. Shortly after joining he attended his first industry event, the American Public Works Association (APWA) show, in Toronto, where he met people who are still his close friends today.

“Once the CSI members learned I wanted to get started in the sweeping business they were eager to offer advice and encouragement,” Hammond says. “They kind of took me under their wing, which was just a blessing.”

Hammond says the CSI members he met operated both large and small contract sweeping firms throughout the country, and he was able to learn from their experiences and avoid many of the mistakes they had already made.

“With the association, you can always share in your troubles,” Hammond says. “Believe me, if you’ve got a problem, somebody in the association has had the problem also — and they’ve got a solution for it already. Whether it’s a machine problem, a contract problem, a problem with a municipality or a question about contracting, they’ll help you find an answer. They’re more than willing to help you out.”

Hammond says the “heart and soul” of the association lies in the personal relationships, but today CSI offers more tangible benefits.

He says that, especially when starting out, many sweepers feel they can’t afford to attend industry meetings. “What contract sweepers need to realize is that they can't afford not to attend the industry meetings,” he says.

He says it’s at these industry-wide events that contractors come together to discuss problems and compare notes, and it’s at these events where the industry’s manufacturers and suppliers come together to meet with the contractors.

“The industry is busy tackling PM10 contaminants and managing storm water run-off. Disposal regulations are becoming more and more strict, and officials throughout the country are cracking down on the dust in construction areas,” Hammond says. “All in all it adds up to more sweeping.”

But contractors need to be aware of what’s going on and how it might affect their business. These meetings are where a lot of information is exchanged. According to Hammond, in addition to the information exhange and “informal consulting” types of benefits, CSI also offers tangible benefits to its dues-paying members.

At both National Pavement Expo (NPE) and the new Pavement Technology Expo (PTE), for example, CSI members can attend sweeping-related seminars for free. With seminar prices running at $45 per session, CSI members can chalk those seminar fees toward their annual dues.

“When you join the CSI you’re going to immediately get your money back — and then some,” he says.

Last year CSI also introduced a discounted sweeper insurance program. Developed through Zurick Insurance, the program can be accessed through local agents, and Hammond says many CSI members have saved between 10% and 30% annually under the program.

The insurance program provides compensation coverage, auto, general liability, property, umbrella and workers’ compensation. Hammond says plans are already in the works to add health insurance.

Other tangible benefits available to CSI members are discounts and rebates on equipment and replacement parts offered by various CSI manufacturer members.

And Hammond adds that CSI is striving to get more “buying more” benefits for its members. He says that as membership increases, more manufacturers and other related industries (gas, oil, hotels, tires) will recognize the buying power and reputation of CSI members, awarding discounts and special offers.

Bob Hammond is looking to the next 3 1/2 years with excitement. He thinks teaming up with new CSI vice president, Gerry Kesselring of Contract Sweepers & Equipment, Columbus, OH, will bring a fresh perspective and enthusiasm to the association. And he sees the pportunities to grow the association in benefits and membership as its reputation becomes stronger.

“As an organization, we all work together for overall growth and success in our industry,” he says.

CSI Free Seminars At PTE & NPE

One of the benefits of being a member of Contract Sweepers Institute is the sweeping seminars members can attend for free at two of the industry’s trade shows. Each seminar is a $45 value but is free to CSI members who preregister on a special CSI registration form.

At the new Pavement Technology Expo (PTE), Nov. 30-Dec. 2 in Phoenix, PTE will offer “How PM-10 Regulations Affect Contract Sweeping” on Thursday, Nov. 30, and “Construction Sweeping: The Team Effort” on Saturday, Dec. 2. For more information on PTE and its 29 seminars — or to register — visit the Pavement Technology Expo website at www.wes-scs.com/pte or call 800-571-5267 for a brochure.

National Pavement Expo, which will be held Jan. 24-27 in Atlanta, will offer “Construction Sweeping: The Team Effort" on Thursday, Jan. 25, and “Using Technology To Better Manage Contract Sweeping Operations” on Saturday, Jan. 27. For more information or to register for NPE visit www.nationalpavementexpo.com or call 800-583-6763 (or see the NPE brochure following page 52 in this issue).

Contract Sweepers Institute will convene September 8-10th, at the 2000 International Public Works Congress and Exposition, hosted by the American Public Works Association, Sept. 10-13 in Louisville, KY. The 2000 APWA Congress feature exhibits and a seminar program covering everything from “Innovations in Technologies and Practices” to “Stretching Your Dollars.” For more information, call 817-277-7187.
Friday, September 8       6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
CSI Reception, Drinkwater Room Executive West Hotel, sponsored by Schwarze Industries
Saturday, September 9       7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
CSI Breakfast, Lion Room, Executive West Hotel, sponsored by TYMCO
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Maintaining a Competitive Edge in Fleet Management
William E. DeRousse, Equipment Superintendent, Everett, WA
Sunday, September 10       7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
CSI Breakfast, Lion Room, Executive West Hotel, sponsored by Contract Sweepers Insurance Services
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
CSI Insurance Program Update
Scott Cerosky, President Contract Sweepers Insurance Agency
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.
Conducting a Compliance Audit of Your Facility
Barbara K. Agrrison, Beiling Consultants, Inc.
Monday, September 11       9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
CSI Executive Council Business Meeting

Tennant, the company well known for its 135 years of experience in the floor cleaning equipment business, is expanding aggressively into the Outdoor market.

For years, cleaning professionals have depended on Tennant sweepers and scrubbers to clean outdoor areas such as parking lots, stadiums, and loading docks. Recognizing the desire for higher standards of cleanliness in outdoor applications, Tennant is developing a line of cleaning machines specifically designed for outdoor use, including:

Tennant offers both new and reconditioned equipment. Unlike many resale programs that sell machines "as is", Tennant offers used equipment that has been rebuilt by the factory-trained service professionals using OEM parts. We’re so confident in the quality of our reconditioned equipment, we provide warranty coverage on each machine.

Learn more about Tennant by visiting www.tennantco.com (new equipment and company information) or www.tennantbest.com (reconditioned equipment). Offline, you can contact:

Tennant Company
701 N. Lilac Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55440
Customer Service phone 1-800-553-8033
Email: info@tennnantco.com

Exterior Cleaning offers a full range of functions including, but not necessarily limited to, the following services:

1. Cleaning of all trash from parking areas.
2. Sweeping of sidewalks and curbs removing all trash and debris.
3. Emptying trash receptacles while replacing liners. (Liners are provided)
4. Cleaning of trash from around loading dock and dumpster areas.
5. Cleaning of trash from green areas around store.
6. Window Cleaning
7. Power washing.

Company Information:
I established Exterior Cleaning Solutions in 1997 after working locally within this field in excess of five years. Exterior Cleaning Solutions is a value-added, client oriented company, whose foundation is based on exceeding customer expectations at extremely affordable prices. While the company is in its infant stage, we recognize our success will largely be dependent on our reputation. We take pride in our work and openly share references.

I openly welcome your call at 412-650-8529. I look forward to speaking with you soon.

The GumBuster is The most effective tool for the removal of chewing gum using heat and water to remove the gum. At only $499.00, including shipping within the 48 states, the GumBuster is a great buy. See our web site for full details. Key search word is <gumbuster>

Elgee Manufacturing Co., Inc., Manufacturer of walk behind vacuum sweepers presents the Elgee Power-Vac. This system enables the user to save time and money by cleaning dissimilar debris over 12 times faster than conventional (manual broom/rake) methods. Maintenance is minimized and operator use is greatly simplified because there are no belts, chains, apertures, hinges or levers to complicate the machines use. The Power-Vac is always at the right operation height and ready to pick-up a wide variety of litter and debris.

The Elgee Power-Vac Is a powerful, maneuverable sweeper that cleans up to 40,000 square feet per hour. All welded construction including a 1/4” thick welded steel impeller that will easily crush glass, cans, plastic containers, etc.

Power-Vac has extraordinary suction due to its design with the impeller mounted directly over the cleaning area. This makes it possible to pick-up more difficult litter like bottles, washers, sand, metal cuttings, cardboard, bolts and nuts or shot peen. Patented design allows objects outside of the width of the machine to be vacuumed.

The Quick-Tilt design features a snap on dolly assembly, with a swivel caster, to allow the introduction of large objects into the air stream. It also holds an 11 cu. ft. capacity debris collection bag but maintains machine balance for tilting. The collection bag also has a specially designed zippered screened vent for superior air flow under heavy loading

An important safety feature is the Power-Vac triple deflection baffle that protects the operator and collection bag from heavy or sharp objects. An impeller shaft guard prevents string, wire, etc. from wrapping around and binding the shaft.

Applications include: Parking facilities, warehouses, drive-ins, truck trailers, ballparks, municipalities, race tracks, airports stadiums, industrial plants, hotels, motels, amusement parks, recreational facilities, textile mills, shopping centers, etc.

Contact:
Elgee Manufacturing Company
107 Trumbull Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07206
800 742 0400, FAX: 908 527 8155
www.elgee.com E-mail: sales@elgee.com

Athey Products Corporation

"RA Series Mobil Sweeper^® is Rule 1186 Certified "

Athey Products Corporation’s RA730A and RA730B Mobil Sweeper^® have passed the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) air quality testing and are now SCAQMD Rule 1186 certified. The SCAQMD of California adopted Rule 1186 in response to the Federal Clean Air Act to reduce the amount of particulate matter trapped in the air as a result of vehicular travel. Studies have shown that microscopic dust with an aerodynamic diameter of 10 microns (PM10) or less poses a serious health risk to the general public. Regenerative air sweepers, such as the RA730A and RA730B Mobil Sweeper^®, are more efficient than vacuum type sweepers that continually exhaust the dirty pickup air from the blower into the environment. The RA Series Mobil Sweeper^® re-circulates blower exhaust through a dust separation system to remove fine particulate matter such as PM10. And they require no expensive filters or additional equipment to maintain or replace.

Contact Athey at www.mobilsweeper.com or 1839 South Main Street

Wake Forest, NC 27587 USA

Tel 919-556-5171

NPE 2000 offers 26 New Sessions
National Pavement Expo will offer 26 new 90-minute sessions and four new workshops at the year 2000 event, January 26-29 in Louisville, Kentucky. For information and an attendance brochure call (502) 562-1962. Check out the brochure in the next issue of Pavement, or visit NPE's new Web site containing information on the seminars and registration at GO

Zero Gum.®
Fighting Environmental Pollution..
I would like to take this opportunity of advising you that as from April 2000
we will commence operation of a Chewing Gum Contract Removal Service, this
new company will trade under the title of Zero Gum.

As you will see from the attached information the removal of Chewing Gum
deposits has in the past proved to be very difficult to remove.

Zero Gum will be utilizing High Technology Street Laser equipment that
overcomes the normal problems associated with the removal of chewing gum from
paved area's. As an example of this our Street Laser will not damage paved
surfaces or the grouting between flags, cobbles, etc.
Also because we use very small amounts of water there is not flooding or
drenching problem to adjacent properties or persons in the cleaning area.

The Street Laser not only removes the gum deposits, but also the oily stain
that lies under the Gum. Other systems fail to remove this oily sticky mark
that attracts a build-up of detritus.

Should you require further information please do not hesitate to contact me.

Best Regards

Jim Yule.
www.zerogum.org.uk

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