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As fall arrives, road sweepers across North America prepare for winter downtime. Proper storage isn’t just about parking the unit—it’s about taking proactive steps that prevent damage, extend equipment life, and save money when the busy spring season starts again. By following these essential practices, operators and fleet managers can avoid costly breakdowns and keep …

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Differences in temperature, moisture, and biodiversity create unique challenges for street sweepers, however, it is an essential function of a clean and successful municipality regardless of climate, city size, or landscape. Here is a comprehensive guide to effective sweeping techniques across different climates from the team at Elgin Sweeper. Wet Climates In climates that experience high …

Street sweeping in Various Climates: What to Know Read More »

ELGIN, Illinois — Maplewood, Minnesota is a suburb of St. Paul. With harsh winters and bustling changes among the seasons, street cleaning is a priority to keep the town of about 40,000 residents looking idyllic and improve stormwater quality. The municipality’s street cleaning program includes two rounds in the spring, cleaning after major storms in …

Municipality of Maplewood Utilizes Elgin Sweeper for Clean Streets and Improved Stormwater Quality Read More »

It’s barely overstating the merits of this revolutionary digital agent to call it a wonder of avant-garde AI. Have you taken a little time yet to explore some of the powerful advantages of using ChatGPT for business purposes? No? Well, so far, just about 49% of small business owners and 92% of Fortune 500 companies …

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The power sweeping industry had been steadily expanding since the mid-1900s and has been in a booming growth mode for the past decade. Over the last five years of this phase, a global transformation of the trade has been underway, driven largely by increasing urbanization and technological advancements. More recently, the societal shift to sustainability …

Power Sweeping Industry Overview Mid-2025 Read More »

Transformative changes in the industry are stemming from interpretations of temperature records and the effects of correlated weather trends. Concerns about public health, the functional sustainability of urban systems, and the future of natural environments have policy-makers reevaluating priorities for cities. That, of course, impacts the conditions for strategic planning by sweeping service providers.  To …

Shifts in the Power Sweeping Industry Due to Climate Concerns Read More »

It’s that time of year again, and we’re getting ready for the International Sweeper Summit & Equipment Expo, November 4th – 6th at the beautiful JW Marriott Resort & Spa in Las Vegas! If you are a sweeping contractor, a municipality, or a supplier within the sweeping industry, this is the must attend event of …

 Registration Now Open for Sweeper Summit 2025! Read More »

The surest way to take your commercial power sweeping business to the next level is to compete the way your top competitors do. In most US markets that means leveraging the most efficient methods and equipment. For street sweeping company owners who want to improve service quality and operations efficiency, here are some key upgrades …

3 Big Ways to Make Your Street Sweeping Service Stand Out Read More »

Paving contractors know the drill: when winter hits or rain delays pile up, work slows, and bills keep coming. You can’t stop paying rent, equipment loans or employee wages just because the blacktop is cold. That’s why managing cash flow during slow months is a must. Here’s how paving crews can stay on solid ground …

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Running a street sweeping crew during the day is one thing, but managing an overnight crew is a different challenge altogether. From tired workers to limited visibility and public complaints, night shifts demand a different approach. Street sweeping contractors know the value of night work. It avoids traffic and lets crews cover more ground — …

Night Work Challenges: Managing Overnight Street Sweeping Crews Effectively Read More »