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EPA identifies indoor air quality one of the top five health issues confronting individuals in both domestic and commercial environments. Vacuums increase particulate in the air from their simple movement, agitation, and the exhaust air stream. While HVAC systems may eventually filter this particulate from the air, they do not address the immediate increase in exposure. Central vacuums eliminate the exhaust air typical of all portable vacuums helping to alleviate the airborne particulate by cap …

Enhance customer satisfaction and revenue by routinely and safely cleaning the exposed surfaces resulting from contemporary commercial space design.Interior space design has moved away from the traditional closed ceiling or drop ceiling to open designs showing mechanicals such as ventilation duct, electrical wiring, and suspended lighting fixtures. In urban environments this same open design is also evident in the conversion of commercial spaces to residential while retaining elements of the …

Equipment: Proteam Super Coach Pro 6; Model # 1073120.  Replaced the filter bag following each of the six ( 6 ) test cycles. 50 foot extension cord. Accessory sets tested: Test series # 1: Pro-Team 017100 tool kit including 1.50” telescopic s-wand and 14” crossover nozzle. Test Series # 2: 1.50” Sidewinder 18” carpet tool, Sidewinder 18” floor brush; 35141 Two piece 59” Sidewinder straight wand. Test Series # 3: 1.50” hose with 39101 1.25” handle. 1.25” Carpet to …

A turbine nozzle and low voltage hose can be found for about 50% of the cost of a premium electric nozzle and total control electric brush. Why should I spend the extra money for an electric nozzle? This is a fair question. To properly answer, you need to first ask what you are trying to accomplish in vacuuming your carpeted surfaces. The three most commonly identified objectives in selection of a cleaning system are: capturing embedded dirt and surface litter, protecting carpet life, …

Three things you know: A central vacuum collection unit is located outside the principal living space of the home in the garage, the basement, or utility room. Most often the exhaust air is vented to the outdoors so even the finest particles which may pass through filtration are sent outside the home.  A recent post on web MD indicated that even the best portable vacuums put particulate into the air due to the flow of air from the vacuums exhaust or limitations of the filters. Onl …

Dramatic architectural elements are a desired feature in many modern homes. Two story atrium entrances, stone fireplaces extending to ceilings, and elevated plant shelves are becoming quite common decorating elements. Adding these features can set your home apart but present a challenge to safely keeping these elevated surfaces clean. Climbing ladders can put you at personal risk or present a homeowners’ liability issue should you ask a cleaning service to maintain these surfaces. Taking a …

We have fielded innumerable customer inquiries about the most effective way of deep cleaning plush carpets with a central vacuum. These inquires most often relate to a desire to understand the relative cleaning performance of air turbine nozzles as compared to electric nozzle. The lower cost of  an air turbine as compared to electric nozzles would on the surface seem the better solution if there is no difference in cleaning performance.  Nozzles like the popular TP210, EX turbines …

Consumers are showing a strong preference for the new high density soft carpets which pose a unique problem for many high performance vacuums and power nozzles. Not only have the high density soft carpets been difficult to clean, the consumer has often found they can’t push the vacuum across the surface. Cen-Tec Systems is pleased to introduce the new Response™ II CT23 power nozzle, which combines features typical of premium power nozzles with a unique self regulating air by pass system wh …

The past ten years has seen a significant change in flooring preferences in homes of distinction. A move to hard floor surfaces like tile, stone, hard wood and laminate are now as common as traditional wall to wall carpet, vinyl, and linoleum in many homes. The mix of hard floor surfaces has also increased the use of area rugs to anchor furnishing, permit decorating flexibility, and create specific use spaces. The change in flooring materials demands more flexibility from the vacuums and ac …