Makita is pushing its cordless tool design into the janitorial and sanitation industry. In addition to products specifically focused on that sector, they are also launching a new microsite for it.
Article Summary
- Janitorial and Sanitation Microsite: https://www.makitatools.com/cleaning
- Cordless Backpack Vacuums
- Cordless Compact Vacuums
- Canister Vacuums
- Robotic Vacuums
- Cordless Blowers
โWe offer a variety of cleaning equipment utilizing our innovative battery and brushless motor technology to increase product run time and extend the life of the motor. Features such as faster charge, lighter weight and quieter motor allow users to complete their cleaning tasks quicker, with less strain and less disruption to the surrounding area.โ
Jenny Feng, senior product manager
What Makita Tools are Right For Janitorial and Sanitation?
Cordless Backpack Vacuums
Both of the cordless backpack vacuums that Makita recommends for janitorial and sanitation are HEPA-rated and their 18V X2 power source means you need to two batteries to run them.
The big difference between them is capacityโ the XCV09 has a 1/2-gallon capacity and the XCV17 gives you a little more than 1-1/2 gallons. Thereโs also a weight difference. The smaller -09 model weighs just under 10 pounds with batteries, and the larger -17 model is right at 15 pounds.
XCV09 18V X2 (36V) LXT Brushless Cordless ยฝ Gallon HEPA Filter Backpack Dry Vacuum
XCV17 18V X2 (36V) LXT Brushless 1.6 Gal. HEPA Backpack Dry Vacuum (Coming soon!)
Cordless Compact Vacuums
Makitaโs cordless compact vacuums are what we generally refer to as โstick vacuumsโ. The XLC03 is the most basic of the three, delivering up to 49 CFM and 25โณ of water lift. The other two models have a little more power at 53 CFM and 31โณ of lift. While the -03 gets roughly 33 minutes of runtime, the other two can run up to 83 minutes.
The -03 and -04 models both have direct disposal canisters. In other words, simply remove the dust canister and discard it in the trash. The -05 can be used with reusable or disposable dust bags to help keep the mess contained.
All three models are also compatible with the Makita cyclonic vacuum attachment.
XLC03 18V LXT Cordless Vacuum
Canister Vacuums
Makitaโs canister vacuums are well-known by our team thanks to their use as dust extractors for our power tools. By adding vacuum attachments, theyโre also great for janitorial and sanitation purposes.
The XCV04 and XCV13 feature HEPA filters and are for dry collection only. Theyโre capable of 74 CFM and 36โณ of water lift while running up to 65 minutes on their 18V X2 power source.
The XCV06 and XCV14 transition to wet/dry cleanup, forgoing the HEPA filter. These units provide up to 74 CFM and can run for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes on a single charge.
The VC4210L is very different from the two-gallon models we just mentioned. This one holds up to 11 gallons and shifts back to corded power. Its 12-amp motor gives you much greater powerโ148 CFM and 92โณ of water lift.
XCV04 and XCV13 18V X2 (36V) LXT HEPA Filter Dry Dust Extractor/Vacuum
Find out more here (XCV04)and here (XCV13).
VC4210L 11 Gal. Wet/Dry Dust Extractor/Vacuum with HEPA Filter
Robotic Vacuums
Makitaโs robotic vacuum is designed for keeping larger spaces clean. It has a specifically-designed guidance system to give it a boost in productivity and a brushless motor that runs up to 200 minutes on a charge with two 5.0Ah batteries.
DRC200 18V X2 (36V) LXT Brushless Robotic Vacuum
Cordless Blowers
Makita recommends three of their blowers for janitorial and sanitation tasks. If youโre looking for a higher airspeed, opt for the DUB182. It pushes air up to 179 MPH with 91 CFM.ย The DUB182 has the same 91 CFM airflow but reduces the airspeed to 116 MPH when you donโt require as much velocity.
The XBU03 has a more classically designed leaf blower design. It provides 116 MPH of airspeed and increases airflow to a significantly higher 459 CFM.
