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TM3 - good things in small packages

Published 4th January, 2023 by Neil Nixon

TM3 - good things in small packages

According to Prochem, the TM3 CRB may be small but it's perfectly formed! CRB stands for contra-rotating brushes - the twin brushes rotate in opposite directions giving a very stable and balanced cleaning system.

This latest model joins a stable of CRB units which includes the larger 17” TM4 and the PRO 35. For a more compact, lightweight alternative, the stainless steel TM3 weighs only 12kg.

According to Prochem, most carpet cleaning professionals enhance their results by choosing a CRB machine to brush in their pre-sprays before rinse extracting. They simply make light work of agitation. However, that’s not all they can do. Firstly, CRB machines are excellent pile lifters: they can regenerate those tired, worn carpets giving them a new lease of life.

Secondly, when fitted with a set of renovator trays, they can be used to pre-vacuum prior to cleaning. This is often more effective than using an upright vacuum machine due to the CRB’s weight and its 400rpm brush rotation - its 12,000 bristles do a great job agitating and picking up more dry soil.

Thirdly, as many professional carpet care specialists know, some carpets should not be wet cleaned, so that leaves dry or low moisture cleaning. With Prochems’ C803 Fiberdri dry cleaning compound, carpets can be regularly cleaned and maintained preventing possible shrinkage, jute browning and dye-bleed issues. Carpets and rugs made of silk or viscose are ideal for this method of cleaning with just a quick change of brushes to the softest, white brush option. Once the CRB dry cleaning is complete, by simply re-attaching the renovator trays the used compound can be picked up without any issues.

The CRB range of machines can all be fitted with an array of brushes suitable to the job in hand, such as hard floors, industrial carpets or delicate flooring type. And the TM3 can be fitted with a short handle, making stair cleaning a whole lot easier.

www.prochem.co.uk

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