Collection Description

Commercial Polivac Floor Cleaning Machines

Q: Where are Polivac floor cleaning machines manufactured?

Polivac is a proudly Australian company. Their high-performance floor polishers, burnishers, and scrubbers have been engineered, designed, and manufactured locally in Australia for over 70 years.

Q: What is the difference between a floor polisher and a burnisher?

A standard floor polisher operates at lower speeds (around 400 RPM) and is versatile for scrubbing and light polishing. A burnisher is a high-speed machine (often 1500+ RPM) designed specifically to generate thermal friction to 'melt' and cure floor sealers into a brilliant, wet-look gloss.

Q: What is a suction polisher?

A suction polisher integrates a powerful vacuum motor directly into the polishing machine. As the pad spins and agitates the floor, the vacuum instantly captures the fine, powdery dust created during the polishing process, ensuring it doesn't become airborne in sensitive environments like hospitals.

Maintaining high-gloss hard floors and deep-cleaning expansive commercial spaces requires machinery built to withstand relentless daily use. Polivac is a proudly Australian manufacturer with over 70 years of engineering expertise in professional floor care. Renowned throughout the contract cleaning industry for their rugged durability and uncompromising performance, Polivac machines are the benchmark for maintaining pristine vinyl, terrazzo, and polished concrete floors across schools, hospitals, and major retail centers.

Australian-Made Durability & Suction Polishing

Unlike imported retail machines that utilize lightweight plastics, Polivac equipment is constructed with heavy-duty metal chassis and industrial-grade motors designed specifically for the tough conditions of the Australian commercial sector. Their industry-leading suction polishers solve a critical WHS hazard: fine dust. By integrating a vacuum system directly into the polishing deck, these machines collect microscopic floor dust simultaneously as they burnish, drastically improving indoor air quality and eliminating the need for a secondary sweep.

At Freshway Supplies, we have been a trusted supplier and distributor since 2001. We stock a comprehensive catalog of genuine Polivac machinery. Whether you require high-speed burnishers for a shopping center, heavy-duty scrubbers for an industrial facility, or essential replacement pads and dust bags, we provide reliable B2B procurement, expert advice, and fast heavy-freight dispatch across Australia.

Equipment & Technical Specifications

Australian Manufactured: Engineered and built locally in Australia, guaranteeing exceptional build quality and ensuring rapid availability of OEM replacement parts.
High-Speed Burnishing: Polivac polishers operate at optimal RPMs to generate the thermal friction required to cure floor sealers, producing a brilliant "wet-look" gloss on hard floors.
Integrated Dust Control: Suction polishers feature heavy-duty vacuum bypass motors and specialized skirt systems to capture airborne dust before it escapes into the facility.
Offset Motor Design: Many Polivac machines utilize an offset motor configuration to lower the machine's profile, allowing operators to clean deep under desks, hospital beds, and retail gondolas.

Explore Our Polivac Equipment Categories

Browse our core ranges of professional hard floor care machinery and essential consumables.

Floor Polishers & Burnishers

Achieve a mirror finish. Source high-speed Polivac burnishers and suction polishers designed to rapidly restore the gloss on sealed vinyl, terrazzo, and polished concrete floors in high-traffic commercial spaces.

Scrubbers & Industrial Vacuums

Strip heavy grime and extract debris. We supply heavy-duty slow-speed scrubbers perfect for stripping old floor polish, alongside reliable commercial vacuum systems for contract cleaners.

Pads, Bags & Spare Parts

Maintain peak machine performance. Source genuine Polivac consumable accessories, including color-coded floor pads, vacuum dust bags, replacement brush skirts, and fan assemblies.

Targeted Applications for Polivac Machinery

Deploying Australian-made floorcare equipment ensures brilliant asset presentation, extended floor lifespan, and strict hygiene compliance.

Retail & Shopping Centers

Maintain the "wet-look" gloss. Equip facility management teams with high-speed Polivac burnishers to rapidly polish vast expanses of vinyl and terrazzo, ensuring a premium aesthetic for shoppers.

Healthcare & Hospitals

Control dust and maintain hygiene. Utilize Polivac suction polishers in clinical corridors. The integrated vacuum system captures fine dust and bacteria, preventing it from becoming airborne and compromising patient wards.

Schools & Universities

Protect high-traffic assets. Deploy heavy-duty scrubbers during school holidays to strip embedded dirt and old floor sealers from classroom floors, preparing them for a fresh, protective coat of polish.

Commercial Contract Cleaning

Invest in unyielding reliability. Standardize your mobile fleet with Polivac equipment. Their rugged, all-metal construction ensures they survive the daily abuse of loading in and out of service vans.

Procure Commercial Polivac Machinery

Freshway Supplies supports B2B clients with reliable access to professional Polivac floor polishers, scrubbers, and genuine spare parts. Visit our Arncliffe, Sydney warehouse for Click & Collect, or order online for fast, secure heavy-freight dispatch across Australia.

Call 1300 567 002 for B2B Trade Pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Polivac floor cleaning machines manufactured?

Polivac is a proudly Australian company. Their high-performance floor polishers, burnishers, and scrubbers have been engineered, designed, and manufactured locally in Australia for over 70 years.

Are Polivac machines durable enough for heavy industrial use?

Yes. Polivac machines are universally recognized for their rugged durability. Unlike retail models, they feature heavy-duty, all-metal chassis and commercial-grade motors, making them the standard for demanding environments like warehouses, hospitals, and airports.

What is the difference between a floor polisher and a burnisher?

A standard floor polisher operates at lower speeds (around 400 RPM) and is versatile for scrubbing and light polishing. A burnisher is a high-speed machine (often 1500+ RPM) designed specifically to generate thermal friction to 'melt' and cure floor sealers into a brilliant, wet-look gloss.

What is a suction polisher?

A suction polisher integrates a powerful vacuum motor directly into the polishing machine. As the pad spins and agitates the floor, the vacuum instantly captures the fine, powdery dust created during the polishing process, ensuring it doesn't become airborne in sensitive environments like hospitals.

Can Polivac machines be used on polished concrete and vinyl floors?

Absolutely. Polivac polishers and scrubbers are highly versatile. By simply changing the abrasive floor pad (e.g., from a soft white polishing pad to a stiff red scrubbing pad), they can maintain sealed vinyl, terrazzo, timber, and polished concrete.

How often should I change the floor pads on my Polivac machine?

Floor pads are consumable items. You should flip or replace the pad as soon as it becomes clogged with dirt, floor polish, or debris. Using a heavily soiled pad will smear dirt back into the floor and can potentially scratch the surface.

Do you stock spare parts for Polivac machines?

Yes, absolutely. Because Polivac is Australian-made, parts availability is excellent. Freshway Supplies stocks common OEM replacement parts, including vacuum dust bags, brush skirts, drive boards, and fan assemblies to ensure minimal machine downtime.

Are there eco-friendly benefits to using Polivac machines?

Yes. Their robust, all-metal construction and repairable design drastically reduce the volume of electronic waste sent to landfills. Furthermore, their highly efficient motors are designed to lower energy consumption during long commercial shifts.

What warranty is included with Polivac products?

Most new Polivac commercial machines come with a comprehensive manufacturer’s warranty covering parts and labor against manufacturing defects. Freshway Supplies also supports our B2B customers with warranty claims and technical advice.

Do you offer servicing for Polivac machines?

Yes. Freshway Supplies provides professional servicing, electrical tagging, repairs, and technical advice to ensure your fleet of Polivac equipment remains WHS compliant and runs at peak performance.

Can I buy Polivac machines in bulk for my cleaning company?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides structured wholesale trade pricing and volume discounts for contract cleaning companies, hospital networks, and facility managers looking to procure multiple heavy-duty machines.

What are the delivery timeframes for heavy Polivac machinery?

For metropolitan areas, standard heavy-freight delivery for machinery typically takes 1 to 3 business days. We also offer a highly convenient Click & Collect service from our Arncliffe warehouse in Sydney for urgent equipment procurement.