IPC Solutions vs Mop & Bucket Comparative Performance*
When it comes to cleaning veterinary facilities, good enough just isn’t good enough. Between fur, fluids, muddy pawprints, and the high expectations of pet parents, your floors face a daily battle that demands more than a traditional mop and bucket can offer.
In-Depth Look: i-mop® Lite vs. Mop & Bucket Cleaning Metrics
According to comparative performance benchmarks, the difference is staggering—and it’s one your clinic can feel (and smell) the moment you make the switch.
The IPC i-mop® Lite Compact Autoscrubber doesn’t just win—it saves valuable time and resources. It can clean a 1,000 sq ft space in just 4.5 minutes, compared to 13.5 minutes with a mop and bucket. That means your team spends 66% less time on floor cleaning—freeing up time for patient care, client service, or end-of-day wind-down.
But speed is only part of the story. The i-mop Lite uses just 0.2 gallons of water per 1,000 sq ft, a dramatic drop from the 1.4 gallons used by a mop and bucket. For a clinic cleaning several times a day, this reduction can significantly cut utility costs and align with sustainability goals—something clients increasingly care about. Plus, less water on the floor means faster dry times and a reduced risk of slips.
Most importantly, it cleans better. The industry-standard ATP (Adenosine Tri-Phosphate) test measures how much organic contamination remains after cleaning. On a pre-clean reading of 800, the mop and bucket only reduce ATP levels to 600. The i-mop Lite? All the way down to 40—a 93% improvement in soil removal. That means fewer lingering pet messes, less odor, and a truly hygienic environment for patients, staff, and pet owners.
Is Your Vet Clinic Ready for the i-mop® Lite? Let's Get Started!
If your clinic is still using a mop and bucket, now is the time to rethink your routine. The i-mop Lite isn’t just a faster tool—it’s a smarter investment in cleanliness, efficiency, and the health of every furry patient who walks (or waddles) through your door.
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