How & Why Our System Was Developed
Conceived and crafted through a process of reverse engineering, the Fast Foamer was developed to specifically tackle longstanding challenges in the commercial carpet cleaning industry and to meet the nuanced needs of facility managers, all while maintaining a commitment to eco-friendly sustainability.
Bridging the Gap Between Low Moisture & Water Extraction Carpet Cleaning Systems
The development of our system stems from over three decades of experience and observation in the commercial floor cleaning industry. In this time, we’ve seen the evolution of various methods, from dry compounds to low moisture encapsulation systems and various water extraction techniques, each with its own set of challenges in addressing industry needs. Prompted by this, we conducted a comprehensive analysis and reverse-engineered the carpet cleaning process. This in-depth investigation culminated in the Fast Foamer System, an innovative deep cleaning solution that effectively bridges the gap between low moisture encapsulation and water extraction methods, overcoming the shortcomings of other commercial carpet cleaning equipment and systems.
Surpassing Industry Standards and Leading Innovation
The Fast Foamer System establishes new industry benchmarks, considering the Carpet and Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval as merely a starting point. Competing head-on with water extraction methods, our low moisture system transcends traditional norms and is leading the charge in commercial carpet care innovation. The system’s effectiveness and superiority are further validated by extensive and thorough independent third-party testing, affirming its role as a transformative solution in the industry.
Boosted Productivity, Eco-Efficiency & Superior Cleaning
Mobile Cart
The Fast Foamer’s mobile cart caters to the dynamic needs of floor cleaning professionals. Its key features include:
- Designed for Single Technician Use: Streamlines workflow for individual technicians, enhancing efficiency and ease of operation.
- Efficient Movement and Navigation: A five-wheel base ensures easy maneuverability, allowing smooth movement in all directions and effortless handling of floor transitions and obstacles.
- One-Trip Setup: Enables carrying all necessary chemicals and equipment in a single trip, significantly reducing user fatigue.
- Easy Transport for Multiple Jobs: Tailored for convenient movement between various job sites.
- In-House Repair Friendly: Constructed to minimize dependence on external services, facilitating easier maintenance.
20 or 40 Gallon Solution Tank
The Fast Foamer’s solution tank is designed to optimize floor cleaning efficiency and ease for technicians. Its key features include:
- Separation from Scrubbing Machine: Reduces user fatigue by keeping the weight from the solution tank separate from the scrubbing machine.
- Capacity and Efficiency: Available in 20 or 40 gallon options, significantly reducing trips to the water closet and enhancing technician productivity, enabling an extensive cleaning range of 3,000 – 5,000 sq ft per hour.
- High Energy Foam Generation: Equipped with an air compressor to enhance cleaning effectiveness through the production of High Energy Foam.
Modified CRB Machine
The Fast Foamer’s modified 20″ Counter-Rotating Brush (CRB) machine, approved and recommended by carpet mills and manufacturers, is expertly designed for superior carpet cleaning efficiency and safety. Its key features include:
- High Energy Foam Dispersion: Specifically modified to disperse High Energy Foam, enhancing safety and cleanliness by preventing overspray on furniture, walls, and other surfaces.
- Virtually Odorless Application: The foam application reduces chemical sensitivities, making it safe for various environments.
- Quiet and Easy to Maneuver: Offers low-decibel, quiet operation and is easier to push than standard vacuums, reducing fatigue compared to heavy equipment or wands.
- Extended Reach: Comes with a 100-foot combined tether and power cord for greater reach and convenience in use.
Bridging the Gap Between Low Moisture & Water Extraction
SEAMLESS JOB-TO-JOB TRANSPORT
Designed with a five-wheel base, the Fast Foamer System ensures effortless maneuverability and transportation between jobs. By separating the weight of the liquid from the scrubbing machine, it provides smoother handling, reducing user fatigue during each relocation.
ONE TRIP SETUP
Our cart’s innovative structure enables one trip transportation of all essential equipment and chemicals, including CRB and vacuum. This streamlined design also improves maneuverability, minimizing setup time and effort.
SOLO TECHNICIAN OPERATION
Designed for single user operation, our system boosts efficiency by using fast-drying chemistry and a reduced-refill design. It enhances productivity (up to 4,000 sq ft/hour for maintenance) and reduces labor, cutting costs for facility managers.
USER-FRIENDLY, EFFICIENT DESIGN
Easier to push than standard vacuums, the Fast Foamer’s CRB machine glides over carpets. Our five-wheeled cart spins seamlessly, adeptly managing floor transitions. Moreover, its design encourages in-house repairs, limiting external service reliance.
QUIET OPERATION
The Fast Foamer provides a disturbance-free environment, operating at low noise levels that permit normal conversation and phone use. Its design allows for an open cleaning area, maintaining consistent foot traffic without the need for closures.
MAXIMIZED PRODUCTIVITY
The Fast Foamer excels in maintaining workflow continuity with its silent performance, absence of odors, and quick dry times for efficient cleaning. The system’s 20 or 40 gallon capacity also lessens the frequency of refilling trips, boosting overall productivity.
INTEGRATED POWER OUTLET
The Fast Foamer cart features an onboard power source, enabling easy equipment setup and continuous operation.
EXPANDED CLEANING RANGE
The Fast Foamer features a 100-foot combined tether and power cord, ensuring easy access to electrical outlets and a wide cleaning radius without setup hassles.
DECREASED DRYING TIME
The typical dry time is less than 20 minutes. Current extraction systems can take hours or even an entire day making the area cleaned unaccessible to foot traffic.
ELIMINATES WICKING
Minimal liquid usage in the Fast Foamer eliminates wick back, a common issue with water extraction systems.
NON-AEROSOLIZED & NO VOCS
The Fast Foamer ensures virtually odorless cleaning by not aerosolizing the solution, unlike spray systems and pump sprayers that disperse irritants into the air. Our formula avoids harmful chemicals like dry solvents, co-solvents, and VOCs, mitigating health risks and promoting a cleaner breathing environment.
NO OVERSPRAY
The Fast Foamer applies foam directly to the carpet, eliminating the possibility of overspray. In contrast, currently in place systems using devices that cause issues with overspray.
MITIGATES SECURITY RISKS
Unlike systems that require doors or windows to be unlocked for hoses from truck-mounted equipment, the Fast Foamer ensures a secure environment by keeping all necessary equipment and accessories close to the project.
PREVENTS DRAIN CLOGS
The Fast Foamer produces zero wastewater, ensuring that no drains are utilized or at risk of clogging.
LOWEST COST OF SOIL REMOVAL PER POUND
Our Fast Foamer system matches or surpasses most water extraction systems in productivity, offering the lowest cost per pound of soil removed. Once deep cleaning is performed, routine maintenance with the Fast Foamer is sufficient to maintain the carpet’s desired appearance.
CRI APPROVED, MILL RECOMMENDED
CRI approved and most manufacturers recommend the use of counter-rotating brush machines on their carpets.
Environmentally-Conscious, Deep Cleaning Innovation
REDUCED WATER CONSUMPTION
Uses 80 to 90% less water than water extraction systems.
ZERO WASTE WATER
Produces zero waste water, compared to 70 – 90% in extraction systems (see manufacturer’s water retrieval percentage).
ENERGY EFFICIENT
Uses 10 AMPs and cleans twice as much carpet per hour compared to water extraction systems that use 15 to 30 AMPs. (Note: truck mounts use gasoline.)
LOWERED CARBON FOOTPRINT
Manufacturing in Columbus OH, within proximity to 60% of the U.S. population, and sourcing 80% of supplies locally, Foaming Floors significantly minimizes transportation, reducing our carbon footprint.
NON-TOXIC CHEMICALS
High Energy Foam (HEF) has no toxic ingredients and no VOCs.
ECO-FRIENDLY MANUFACTURING
With under 1% scrap rates and complete recycling of scraps and packaging, we ensure sustainable production practices.
How the Fast Foamer Measures Up
For an in-depth look at these benefits, encompassing design ergonomics, cleaning efficacy, productivity, indoor impact, environmental sustainability, and industry recognition, and to see how the Fast Foamer System excels compared to other methods, follow the links below.
Industry Rated, Approved, & Recommended
A Unique Low Moisture Commercial Carpet Care System Rated by the CRI SOA for Deep & Restorative Cleaning
The Fast Foamer System stands out as more than just a low-moisture system; it is the only one to surpass bronze-level standards for the Carpet & Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval, meeting the stringent requirements of SOA Gold Certification. It has demonstrated exceptional cleaning performance in independent tests, adhering to CRI TM 119 & TM 120 protocols, with an average soil removal rate of 81.9%. This system not only rivals but often surpasses traditional water extraction methods, offering their benefits in a more eco-friendly, less disruptive, and highly efficient manner.
Carpet Mills and Manufacturers Approve the Fast Foamer System as a Premier Choice for Deep Cleaning
CRB machines, like the one used in the Fast Foamer System, are highly endorsed by carpet mills and manufacturers for carpet maintenance. The Fast Foamer stands out as it utilizes a CRB machine and is the only low-moisture system to achieve certification above bronze level by the Carpet & Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval (CRI SOA) for deep cleaning. This aligns with industry standards, emphasizing the system’s capability to effectively lift and rejuvenate carpet fibers for a comprehensive and restorative clean.
Proven Performance Throughout Multi-Year, Independent Third-Party Testing and Reviews
The Fast Foamer System has undergone extensive independent, third-party testing, confirming its superior carpet cleaning performance. These multi-year evaluations covered key aspects like dry and wet soil removal, cleanliness enhancement, and resistance to resoiling. The consistently positive results have firmly established the Fast Foamer System as an effective and reliable choice for carpet hygiene and appearance maintenance.
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Fast Foamer Introductory Brochure
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CRB Machine & Foam Cart Product Data Sheet
Get detailed insights on the Fast Foamer CRB Machine & Foam Cart in this PDF product data sheet.