Industrial & Commercial Vacuums

Commercial vacuums are equipped with varying levels of filtration, ranging from HEPA filtration to  ULPA (ultra-low particulate air) filters, which are designed for increased efficiency. When it comes to highly specialized tasks like biohazard cleanup, flood remediation, laboratory maintenance, or just general office cleaning, you can’t go wrong with an industrial vacuum cleaner.

Types of Industrial and Commercial Vacuum Cleaners

Commercial vacuum cleaners aren’t one-size-fits-all, which is why it's important to choose the right product for you. Industrial vacuums can be roughly divided into three categories:

• Commercial Wet Vacuums:   Wet-only vacuums are designed to draw water into the unit, where it is either captured in the vacuum’s container or pumped out of the area with a discharge pump. Wet commercial vacuums are particularly useful in water damage restoration, flood cleanup, and manufacturing facilities.
• Commercial Dry Vacuums : For most commercial maintenance needs, cleaning services, construction sites, abatement tasks, and even home workshop cleanup,  a dry-only industrial vacuum cleaner is a great choice. These units use strong suction to capture dust and debris before depositing them into either their collection container or vacuum bag. Air then passes through a filter, typically HEPA or ULPA, where remaining impurities are removed before it is exhausted into your space.
• Commercial Wet/Dry Vacuums:  Commonly known as industrial shop vacs,  industrial wet/dry vacuum cleaners deliver the best of both worlds. These commercial cleaners use a two-chamber system that separates solids and liquids into two different buckets. Many wet and dry shop vacuums feature a blower function, making them ideal for moving debris into a pile before cleaning. An all-around cleaning solution, it’s perfect for multi-use cleaning needs like schools, offices, or even the home.

About Our Brands

At Sylvane, we only carry the top commercial and industrial vacuum cleaner brands. These tested and proven brands design products that deliver effective cleaning performance over the lifetime of the unit. Our top industrial vacuum cleaner brands include:

• Bissell Big Green: Known for commercial vacuum cleaners that deliver powerful airflows, an extended cleaning reach, and a user-friendly design,  Bissell Big Green Industrial and Commercial Vacuums is the newest addition to our selection. Whether used in hotels, apartments, offices, schools, restaurants, or salons, the possibilities are endless with a BigGreen vacuum from Bissell.
• NaceCare:  Long known as a leader in commercial cleaning,  NaceCare Commercial and Industrial Vacuums feature increased soil recovery, reduced noise levels, and significantly lower energy costs. Great for all-around industrial cleaning, Nacecare commercial vacuum cleaners have been certified by the CSA and the QPS, which are accredited by OSHA as nationally recognized testing laboratories.
• Nilfisk:   Nilfisk Commercial and Industrial Vacuums are designed to deliver efficient cleaning performance within an environmentally stable design. Offering a variety of vacuum cleaner styles, including backpack and canister options, they’re the perfect choice for those looking for versatility. Their selection of commercial vacuums is perfect for quick clean-up in tough conditions.
• Pullman-Holt:  For over 85 years,  Pullman-Holt Commercial and Industrial Vacuum Cleaners have been revolutionizing the vacuum cleaner industry. Originally developed for the United States Navy, Pullman-Holt created products to meet government-required work practices for asbestos removal. Taking that same level of performance and applying it to personal and commercial use, Pullman-Holt industrial vacuums are well-known in the safety/environmental, restoration, and construction markets.

Learn More About Commercial Vacuums

Available industrial vacuum cleaner models include upright vacuums, canister vacuums, ergonomic backpack vacuums, hip vacuums, wet/dry vacuums, clean room vacuums, and specialty vacuums designed for hazardous material removal. Often constructed using durable metal, steel, or heavy-duty plastic, commercial vacuums are designed to withstand more punishment than residential vacuums. Extra features may include large-capacity dust bags and tanks, extra-long power cords, manometers, ground fault protectors, and double motors. If you need help choosing the right commercial vacuum for your cleaning task, please call our product experts at 1-800-934-9194  for a free consultation.

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