Elgin Sweeper Gives New Life To Used Sweepers

Submitted by Sweepnict

Elgin Sweeper, the leader in environmentally efficient street sweepers, has introduced a factory authorized sweeper rebuild program for customers unable to purchase new sweepers due to budget constraints in the current economy. Available to municipal and contractor customers until Dec. 29, 2009, the program was established in conjunction with Elgin Sweeper’s North American dealer network.

"Our rebuild program is a great alternative for customers working with Elgin sweepers that have endured years of extensive work, especially when there isn't room in their budgets to purchase a new sweeper," said Frank Ligori, parts marketing manager for Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group, of which Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary.

According to Dave Donlon, vice president of Standard Equipment Company, an Elgin Sweeper dealership located in Chicago, Elgin Sweeper is leading the industry with this comprehensive rebuild program. "In terms of service and maintenance, Elgin Sweeper always seems to take the lead," Donlon said. "I don't see any other sweeper manufacturer as committed to service as Elgin Sweeper is, and the rebuild program is a perfect example."

All point inspection
Developing a standard, all point inspection form for each Elgin Sweeper model was the first step in developing the rebuild program. In most cases, these model-specific forms include approximately 100 points of inspection. "The all point inspection forms include hydraulic, electrical and mechanical functions," Donlon said.

"The inspection is what makes this rebuild program so special," Donlon said. His team of technicians thoroughly evaluates the sweeper and provides the customer with a comprehensive list of needed repairs. "We want our customers to be fully aware of all areas of repair," he said. "We want to save customer downtime by rebuilding the sweeper right the first time so they have peace of mind for the entire sweeping season."

During the rebuild process, Donlon said his team ensures that the sweeper is mechanically sound. Depending on the customer’s needs and the condition of the sweeper, the extent of the rebuild may include sand blasting, re-painting and all fit and finish.

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