1. Mechanical Broom Sweepers

Mechanical sweepers use a main broom to flick debris onto a conveyor belt, which then carries it into a hopper. These are the industry "workhorses" for heavy, bulky, or compacted debris.

Elgin Pelican®

The Elgin Pelican is a legendary three-wheeled sweeper known for its incredible maneuverability.

• Best For: Urban environments and narrow streets where 360-degree visibility is critical.
• Key Feature: Front-mounted, variable high-dump hopper for easy disposal.
• No-CDL: Does not require a Commercial Driver’s License to operate.

Elgin Broom Bear®

The Elgin Broom Bear is a truck-mounted mechanical sweeper designed for rugged, heavy-duty applications.

• Best For: Construction sites, highway sweeping, and large municipal routes.
• Key Feature: Dual-engine or single-engine "SharedPower" options available to optimize fuel efficiency.

2. Regenerative Air Sweepers

These sweepers use a closed-loop air system. High-velocity air is blown into a pickup head to agitate debris, which is then vacuumed back into the hopper.

Elgin RegenX®

The Elgin RegenX is a mid-dump regenerative air sweeper designed with direct input from service technicians and operators.

• Best For: Municipalities and contractors looking for a high-performance air sweeper that is exceptionally easy to maintain.
• Key Feature: Features a 50-degree dump angle and the ability to dump directly into roll-off containers, eliminating the need for double-handling debris.
• Serviceability: Designed with bolt-on wear parts and a simplified layout for maximum uptime.

3. Pure Vacuum Sweepers

Unlike regenerative air, pure vacuum sweepers function like a giant home vacuum. They suck material directly off the ground through a large nozzle.

Elgin Whirlwind®

The Elgin Whirlwind is designed to handle uneven roads and demanding road surfaces.

• Best For: Porous pavement restoration, catch-basin cleaning, and leaf collection.
• Key Feature: Extending suction nozzles and an optional wandering hose for hard-to-reach areas.