Why Your Vacuum Choice Matters
A good industrial vacuum can help you:
Clear dust and debris before it causes slips, trips or damaged equipment
Tidy up spills and wet waste quickly without mops and buckets
Meet safety rules when you work with M & H class or ATEX dusts
Keep machines, production lines and workstations cleaner with less effort
Instead of relying on small domestic vacuums that block and break, you can use vacuums built for real industrial work.
Types of Vacuum Cleaners Available
Use these sections to see which kind of vacuum sounds most like what you need.
Wet & Dry Industrial Vacuums
Wet & dry vacuums are your everyday workhorses. They pick up dust, dirt, swarf, and liquids in workshops, farms and factories without needing separate machines.
Best for you if:
You deal with both dry waste and the odd spill
You need a tough machine for floors, machines and vehicles
You want a simple, powerful vacuum that staff can use every day
Typical options range from compact single-phase units right up to big, high-capacity models with large bins and powerful motors for continuous use.
Models Include
Attix 30-2M PC – M-Class
Attix 761-2M XC – M-Class
Attix 30-0H PC – H-Class
Attix 50-2H XC – H-Class
Attix 995-0H/M SD XC Type 22
Nilfisk IVB 7X – ATEX Type 22
Nilfisk IVB 961-0L
Nilfisk IVB 965 SD XC
Nilfisk IVB 995 ATEX Type 22
Hazardous & Health & Safety Vacuums
If you work with M-class and H-class dust (like wood, silica or toxic dusts), you need more than a standard vacuum. Health & safety vacuums use special filters and tested designs to keep harmful dust safely contained.
Best for you if:
You handle hazardous dust or powder in your process
You need to comply with dust control standards on site
You want peace of mind that the vacuum is designed for safety
You can choose from single-phase, three-phase and compact mobile units with certified filtration, automatic filter cleaning and options for safe bagging and disposal.
Models Include
Nilfisk 118 L-M-H
Nilfisk S2 L-M-H
Nilfisk S3 L-M-H
Nilfisk VHS 42 M-H
Nilfisk VHS120
Nilfisk VHS120 All-In-One #B&C
Nilfisk VHS120 L-M-H
Nilfisk 3707 / 3707-10 L-M-H
Nilfisk 3907 / 3907W L-M-H
Nilfisk CTS22 L-M-H
Nilfisk CTS40 L-M-H
Nilfisk CTT40 L-M-H
Nilfisk T22PLUS L-M-H
Nilfisk T40PLUS L-M-H
Nilfisk T40WPLUS L-M-H
Explosion-Proof / ATEX Vacuums
Some environments have explosive dust or vapours, where a normal vacuum could be dangerous. ATEX and explosion-proof vacuums are built and certified to work safely in these areas, with special motors, housings and earthing systems.
Best for you if:
You work in areas with explosive dust (ATEX zones)
You need certified equipment for inspections or audits
You want a long-term, safe solution for fine, explosive dust collection
These machines are typically three-phase, heavy-duty vacuums designed for continuous work in challenging industrial environments.
Models Include
Nilfisk VHS110 ATEX
Nilfisk VHS110 CIID2
Nilfisk 3707 / 3707-10 ATEX
Nilfisk 3907/18 ATEX
Nilfisk 3907 / 3907W ATEX
Nilfisk CTS-CTT ATEX
Nilfisk CTT40 IECEx
Nilfisk T22PLUS ATEX
Nilfisk T40PLUS ATEX
Nilfisk T40WPLUS ATEX
Self-Service & Specialist Vacs
You might also need self-service vacuums for vehicle valeting and public use, or specialist units for particular tasks. Perry Equipment can supply:
Self-service car vacuums with overhead hose systems for car parks or forecourts
Compact vacuums tailored for bakeries, food plants or metal chips
Combined steam & vacuum units for deep cleaning where chemicals are not allowed
If you have a specific task or area in mind, there’s usually a vacuum configuration designed for it.
Models Include
EHRLE Self Service Vacs
Nilfisk SV8000
Nilfisk SDV range
Buy, Hire or Service Your Industrial Vacuum
Once you know the type of vacuum you need, you can:
Buy a machine that’s sized and specified for your site and dust type
Hire a vacuum for short-term projects, shutdowns or deep cleaning work
Service & Repair your existing vacuums to keep suction strong and filters working properly
If your current vacuum has weak suction, blocks easily or no longer meets safety rules, the Servicing & Repair team can help you put that right.
Not Sure Which Vacuum Cleaner You Need?
Choosing between wet & dry, hazardous, ATEX or self-service vacuums can feel confusing, but you don’t have to guess.
When you get in touch, just tell Perry Equipment:
What you are picking up (dust, swarf, liquids, hazardous or explosive dust, etc.)
Where the vacuum will be used (workshop, production line, ATEX zone, car park, etc.)
How often you will use it and for how long
What power supply you have available (single-phase or three-phase)
You’ll then get clear, honest advice on the best industrial vacuum or vacuum range for your site, with options to buy, hire and service your equipment, so you can keep dust, debris and spills under control every day.