BACKGROUND
An auto parts retailer aimed to improve store cleanliness to enhance customer experience and increase employee safety. Given the store’s compact layout with high-traffic areas and chemical spills, they needed a versatile and efficient floor cleaning solution.
CHALLENGE
Navigating Spills, Tight Spaces, and Heavy Foot Traffic
- Specialty Service Areas: The Store offered back-of-house specialty services such as hydraulic hose cutting and management of oil-based chemicals, creating constant debris and spills.
- Tight Aisles & Hard-to-Reach Areas: The store layout required maneuverable equipment that could clean efficiently without disrupting customers.
- Varied Flooring Types: Different surfaces throughout the store needed a solution adaptable to multiple flooring materials.
- High Foot Traffic: Dirt and grime from seasonal farming foot traffic, as well as salt and snow in winter months, posed ongoing cleaning challenges.
SOLUTION
The Right Tools for the Job
The i-mop Lite provided ultra-maneuverability, making it ideal for cleaning in tight spaces where traditional scrubbers couldn’t reach. Combining the power of an auto scrubber with the flexibil-ity of a mop, it delivered deep cleaning for spills and foot traffic and quick drying to reduce slip hazards.
For larger open areas, in the warehouse and retail aisles the CT30 Scrubber offered an efficient solution. This compact yet powerful walk-behind scrubber features a 7-gallon tank capacity, mini-mizing the need for frequent refills and allowing for continuous cleaning. With an adjustable handle and intuitive controls, it was easy for staff to operate, streamlining the store’s cleaning process.
The store’s cleaning staff was trained on the i-mop Lite and CT30, allowing them to optimize their cleaning routine. The i-mop Lite handled detailed work around checkout counters, aisles, and edges, while the CT30 covered the main floor areas, ensuring a thorough clean.
RESULTS
A Store Ready to Tackle Any Task
- Faster Cleaning – Staff completed cleaning tasks in half the time compared to traditional mopping.
- Improved Safety – Immediate water recovery reduced slip hazards, cleaning up hazardous oils and other chemicals and keeping customers and employees safe.
- Enhanced Store Appearance – Floors maintained a consistently polished and professional look.
By incorporating the i-mop Lite and CT30, the auto parts retailer achieved a more efficient and effective cleaning process, improving both customer experience and operational efficiency. These IPC machines provided the perfect balance of power, maneuverability, and ease of use for the retail space.