Hybrid combination sweeper-scrubber

Reported to be the first hybrid
combination sweeper-scrubber, the
Nilfisk CS7000, is being acclaimed
for its ecological credentials. The
unit is available in three models –
LPG-hybrid, diesel-hybrid & ePower
battery – and was designed to reduce
the cost of operation, labour and
maintenance, whilst effectively
increasing fuel economy and runtime
efficiency.

The CS7000
utilises state of the
art electric drive
technology, enabling
reduced emissions
with the LPG and
diesel models and
emission free indoor
operation with the
ePower technology on the battery
models. The electric hybrid
technology means that the engine
drives a large alternator to generate
electricity and a 36V battery pack
provides energy storage. The hybrid
system is claimed to provide a fuel
saving of up to 30%.