Nilfisk SC901 Large Walk Behind Scrubber / Dryer
Key Features & Benefits of the Nilfisk SC901
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High Productivity: 860mm cleaning path efficiently covers large floor areas, reducing cleaning time and increasing overall productivity.
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Large Capacity Tanks: 114 L solution and 121 L recovery tanks allow extended cleaning sessions without frequent refills.
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Powerful Cleaning Performance: High brush pressure and robust vacuum motors deliver superior scrubbing and drying results, even in demanding environments.
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Minimal Electronics: Simplified design increases reliability, reduces service costs, and lowers total cost of ownership.
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Simple Mechanical Scrub Deck and Vacuum Lever: Reduces complexity and maintenance compared with alternative methods.
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Safety Features: Yellow touch points make the machine easy to use and prevent operator errors.
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User-Friendly Interface: Simplified controls eliminate confusion, speed operator training, and ensure consistent cleaning results.
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Durable Construction: Hand-selected components ensure long-lasting reliability under heavy use.
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Eco-Friendly Operation: Optimizes water and detergent usage, supporting sustainable cleaning practices.
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Heavy-Duty Applications: Perfect for industrial facilities requiring high-performance, large-area cleaning.

Nilfisk SC901: How It Runs, Where It Wins & Who It’s Built For
The Nilfisk SC901 is designed to be straightforward for operators and relentless on floors. Intuitive controls keep training simple. The increased tank capacity keeps teams cleaning longer between refills. Its stable, heavy-duty build makes it ideal for long shifts in demanding environments.
It handles sealed concrete, epoxy-coated floors, polished surfaces, and other industrial hard flooring with ease.
Less downtime, less disruption and more square metres cleaned per hour, the SC901 thrives in large, open environments such as:
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Warehouses and distribution centres
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Manufacturing and production facilities
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Industrial plants
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Large retail and hardware stores
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Airports and transport terminals
How Does this Nilfisk Walk Behind Scrubber Stack Up in the Range?
Here’s how the Nilfisk SC901 fits within the Nilfisk walk-behind lineup:
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Nilfisk SC401 – Compact and agile. Perfect for smaller spaces and daily maintenance cleaning.
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Nilfisk SC500 – Larger tanks and wider scrub path than the SC401. Ideal for medium facilities needing longer runtime and higher productivity.
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Nilfisk SC550 – Smarter control and added flexibility. Adjustable brush pressure, advanced interface, lithium battery options, and programmable cleaning mod
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Nilfisk SC800-71 – Heavy-duty industrial performance in a manoeuvrable walk-behind format. Designed for very large spaces that still require flexibility.
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Nilfisk SC901 – The highest-capacity walk-behind in the range. Built for extremely expansive facilities where maximum tank capacity, uptime, and full industrial-scale output are critical.
Where the SC901 stands out:
The Nilfisk SC901 is designed for the biggest jobs. Compared to the SC800-71, it offers greater tank capacity (approximately +20L), longer runtime, and an emphasis on maximum output over manoeuvrability. Where the SC800-71 balances industrial performance with flexibility, the 901 pushes toward full-scale productivity. Ideal for vast, open industrial environments where scale and endurance matter most.

Nilfisk SC901 Technical Specifications
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Input Volts: 36 V
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Scrubbing Width: 860 mm
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Brush / Pad Diameter: 430 mm
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Maximum Brush Pressure: 91 kg
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Solution / Recovery Tank Capacity: 114 / 121 L
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Squeegee Width: 1,060 mm
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Rated Power: 2,200 W
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Brush Motor Power: 560 W ×2
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Vacuum Motor Power: 700 W
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Traction Motor Power: 380 W
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Productivity (Theoretical / Actual m²/hr): 3,162 / –
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Sound Pressure Level: 68 dB(A)
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Dimensions (L×W×H mm): 1,710 × 770 × 1,135
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Operating Weight: 550 kg
Nilfisk SC901 Manual
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