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AUGUST 2021 | VOLUME 16 | ISSUE 8

CONTENTS

F E AT U R E S 8

6 Payroll Strategies to Streamline Your Street Sweeping or Paving Business’s Operations

12 5 Useful Accounting Hacks for Street Sweeping and Paving Contractors 16 In The News 18 PWX Featured Exhibitors 20 World Record Roads!

22 Ladybugs Parking Lot Sweeping Inc 34 Index of Advertisers/Classifieds CEO & PUBLISHER Gideon W. Smith

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Melissa Kennelly

SENIOR EDITOR Katherine Nolan

EDITORIAL MANAGER Heidi Karpinich

ADVERTISING Tracy Rodean

CIRCULATION Noah Aiden

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to Streamline Your Street Sweeping INDEX SPOTLIGHT or Paving Business’s Operations Let’s face it: payroll isn’t typically the most thrilling aspect of running your street sweeping or paving business.

However, by keeping up with the latest payroll procedures, you can keep your contractors and your clients happy, ultimately helping your business grow and thrive.

on. As soon as someone joins your team, be sure to

Of course, when it comes to setting up a streamlined

your team. If anyone has a question or concern about

payroll system for a street sweeping or paving

payroll, be sure to respond to their query promptly

business like yours, it’s important to educate

and thoroughly. Giving your team access to resources

yourself on the necessary tax forms, deadlines, and

and information about payroll from the get-go allows

procedures — but that’s not all you need to succeed.

you to enjoy a smoother onboarding process and

The following organizational and technological tips

ongoing professional relationships.

are just as valuable to help you establish a payroll

2. Stay On Schedule

system that benefits your business for years to come.

1. Provide Resources and Guidance Early

give them access to basic payroll information. New team members will need to know the frequency and mode of payment — for example, biweekly by direct deposit. They will also need information about the proper procedures for getting sick or personal days and vacation time.

Once you have shared this essential information, be sure to maintain open lines of communication with

Yet another strategy to enhance your street sweeper or paving business’s payroll procedure is to stick to a schedule. No one likes being paid late, and you

The first key to payroll success is providing your

probably won’t enjoy being constantly asked about

team with ample resources and information early

paychecks. In order to make sure that your team

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receives payments on time, establish a schedule that includes paydays, deadlines to receive contractors’ completed forms, and important tax filing dates. You should also ensure that your schedule allows time to double-check time cards and other necessary forms before processing them. These scheduling tips will work wonders for your business’s payroll procedure.

3. Invest in Adapted Software

4. Utilize a Time Tracker

Yet another way to streamline payroll is to utilize a time tracker for employees. Whether you use a time tracker on your website, platform, or employees’ devices, it is bound to make both your and your employees’ lives easier. In addition to eliminating the need for employees to track their own time, which can be unreliable, time tracking tools also make overtime payments a breeze

As a business owner, it’s in your best interest to invest in

for employers. Timesheets.com, QuickBooks Intuit, and

tools that reduce human error in day-to-day operations.

Harvest are just a few options when it comes to modern

Payroll is one such task that you can simplify with the

time tracking tools for employers like yourself.

right software tools. There is no shortage of software

5. Conduct Internal Audits

options for businesses like yours; check out Gusto, Paychex, and ADP software to get started. Take the time to do your research — your business may have specific payroll needs that certain software tools can accommodate better than others.

One of the best ways to avoid making payroll mistakes that could cost you valuable time and resources is to conduct regular internal audits. By going through your payroll procedures with a fine-tooth comb, you are much more likely to catch errors that could have created continued on page 10

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Take advantage of more helpful tips to improve your

With all of these tips in mind, I N D U S T RY N E W S business owners like you can easily streamline your...payroll. problems down the road. Once you have conducted your internal audit, take the time to reflect on how you could improve your payroll procedures.

6. Continue Learning About New Payroll Solutions With all of these tips in mind, business owners like you can easily streamline your street sweeping or paving business’s payroll. That being said, it’s essential on the latest tax requirements, S to P stay O Teducated LIGHT

payroll software capabilities, and organizational tools

street sweeping or paving business by checking out the North American Sweeper Magazine today.

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to optimize your payroll system and your overall operations.

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Celebrating

10 Years Of

Sweeping Excellence

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5 Useful Accounting Hacks for

Sweeping SStreet POTLIGH T

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If you are a small business

does this mean for you? If you

owner, you likely spend most

don’t take the time to put some

of your time out of the office,

routine accounting practices

running the business. You may

in place, you may have issues

not have time or give much

paying your employees, vendors,

thought to your accounting

or even loans. Read on for five

practices.

helpful accounting hacks that

According to Forbes, 60% of

won’t take away valuable time

small businesses routinely

from your business pursuits and

struggle with cash flow. What

will help you daily.

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You likely have routing expenses associated with your business. Save time by categorizing expenses at the beginning of each calendar year. Whether you do this in accounting software or merely in a spreadsheet...

3. Take Advantage of Technology Use what you have at your disposal. Odds are, you have a smartphone as part of your business. Some apps and programs make keeping track of accounting very easy, provided you use them.

Another thing to consider when it comes to technology is to take advantage of cloud-based platforms. If you haven’t tried or thought about the cloud yet, you are behind at least 90% of companies out there. Cloud-based applications help to make businesses more productive by improving overall functionality. They also make things accessible from anywhere by anyone with cloud access. What’s more, the cloud is secure and updated in real-time, so you

1. File Receipts Immediately

never miss out on important information.

When you are running a business, every dollar must

4. Reconcile regularly

be accounted for at the end of the year. Don’t spend

Good habits are essential to keep your business

time tracking down receipts during tax season by

running smoothly. You should set a reminder to

digging through the company truck or trying to find

reconcile your books every week. If this task stresses

that box of papers you know you put somewhere.

you out, it is much easier to do weekly than to try to

With a smartphone camera, it is easy to keep a digital

cram an entire year into one business task.

version of each receipt instantly. Snap a photograph

5. Pay a Professional

and email it to yourself or your office manager immediately after you make a purchase. Photographs of receipts can be stored in a folder organized by month and year.

2. Categorize Expenses

Yes, keeping close tabs on your business should be one of your highest priorities. However, when you spend the majority of your time out of the office running equipment, you may run out of time to do some of the most crucial accounting tasks. Make sure

You likely have routing expenses associated with your

you communicate clearly with any professional you

business. Save time by categorizing expenses at the

hire. If you are confused by the terms they use, ask

beginning of each calendar year. Whether you do this

questions! Remember, this is your business you are

in accounting software or merely in a spreadsheet, a

talking about.

little bit of planning goes a long way to save you time

Accountants offer a wide variety of pricing structures

when it is tax season — or if you just want to know

that won’t break the bank. Besides, an accountant will

how much you have spent in a particular category.

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that you can spend managing your business or running

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SAVE PRECIOUS TIME AND MONEY BY APPLYING THESE TIPS TODAY

If you are a small business owner, it’s likely you aren’t an expert in accounting. It takes time, practice, and some knowledge to learn how to do it right. Learning small tips along the way can help you save valuable business time and money.

Some people are terrified when they hear the word accounting. But, if you take the time to get organized and put important steps in place on the front end, it will save you lots of frustration in the long run. Hopefully, one of these hacks will help you out before tax season

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IN THE NEWS

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SWEEPING CORPORATION OF AMERICA INDEX ACQUIRES METRO COMMERCIAL SWEEPING

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Acquisition allows SCA to expand its service offerings in the St. Louis Market

July 27, 2021 (Cleveland, Ohio) – Sweeping

offering in St. Louis and continue our commitment

Corporation of America (“SCA”), the largest power

to providing first-class sweeping services to our

sweeping company in the United States, acquired

customers. I welcome the Metro team to SCA, and

Metro Commercial Sweeping (“Metro” or the

we look forward to continuing Metro’s tradition of

“Company”) in Dupo, Illinois located just east of St.

providing excellent service with their highly talented

Louis, Missouri. Metro provides parking lot sweeping

staff.”

services to commercial, retail, and apartment

This marks SCA’s tenth transaction in 2021 and 28th

complexes throughout the greater St. Louis market.

acquisition overall. With these transactions, SCA has

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

grown its team to over 1,500 employees in its over 50 locations.

Combined with SCA’s April 2021 acquisition of Contractors & Municipal Sweeping Service, Inc., SCA is now the largest sweeping provider in St. Louis.

Metro primarily offers parking lot sweeping services, which complements SCA’s existing service offering of street sweeping services to municipalities and private contractors. Combined with SCA’s April 2021 acquisition of Contractors & Municipal Sweeping Service, Inc., SCA is now the largest sweeping provider in St. Louis.

“SCA is excited about our opportunity to grow our

ABOUT SWEEPING CORP OF AMERICA (SCA): Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, SCA is the largest power sweeping services company in the United States. SCA self-performs power sweeping for highways, streets, industrial and commercial applications for both private and government entities. For more information on SCA, please visit www.sweepingcorp.com.

ABOUT METRO COMMERICAL SWEEPING: Founded in 1988, Metro provides parking lot sweeping, portering, general parking lot maintenance, pressure washing and hauling services to commercial, retail and apartment complexes in and around the St. Louis area and Western Illinois. Metro’s mission is to provide high quality service and excellent results for their customers.

CONTACT: Sweeping Corp of America: Michael Latanza, Executive Vice President mlatanza@sweepingcorp.com 407-509-4521

position in the St. Louis Market,” said Christopher Valerian, President & CEO, SCA. “With this acquisition, we will be able to build upon our existing service

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FEATURED EXHIBITORS ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY

SCHWARZE INDUSTRIES INC

Elgin Sweeper Company, is the leading manufacturer of sweepers for municipal, contractor, airport, and industrial sweeping needs. Elgin offers the world’’s broadest selection of street sweeping solutions including mechanical, vacuum, and recirculating air models. Vactor Manufacturing, is the number one supplier of truck-mounted combination sewer and catch basin cleaners and jetters. Booth #2021

With more parking lot and street sweeper models to choose from than any other manufacturer, Schwarze Industries is dedicated to using a Total Performance Teamwork concept to produce, maintain and market the finest, most durable, quality power sweeping equipment in the world. Whether you are investigating sweeping as a business opportunity for the first time, looking for a quality used street sweeper for sale or would like a bid on replacing your entire sweeper fleet, you can count on the Schwarze Industries team to meet your needs.

Booth #2200

GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS INC GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS is one of the world’s leading producers of specialized Street Cleaning Equipment. We build Purpose Built, Heavy Duty, and simply Tough Street Sweepers.

Headquartered in San Bernardino, CA. Booth #601

ODRA SWEEPERS ODRA is part of Challenger Manufacturing group, originally established in Alberta, Canada in 2006. Our sweeper design is born from a region with extremely heavy sweeping conditions that are very demanding for any road sweeper. Our sweepers have been improved and perfected for over 15 years and have shown extensive success with both municipalities and private contractors. Booth #309

OLD DOMINION BRUSH CO. The ODB (Old Dominion Brush) Company has been manufacturing municipal products since 1910. We have been in the street sweeper and debris collection equipment business for over 109 years, with the knowledge and the experience that is second to none. Using our 200,000 square foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and high volume purchasing ODB offers the highest quality street sweeper brushes, brooms, and replacement parts at competitive prices.

Booth #2648

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TYMCO TYMCO Regenerative Air Sweepers is the most innovative product of its kind on the market today. Developed to fulfill the sweeping requirements of municipalities, highway departments and contractors.

Available on all TYMCO sweepers the Blue Logic Control System, this is a multiplex electronics system that controls sweeper functions as well as provides On-Board Diagnostics. The Blue Logic also provides valuable information including: hour meters, operational messages, service reminders and event logs. Booth #1521

BUCHER MUNICIPAL NORTH AMERICA We solve your street and sewer clearing problems. We keep traffic areas clean and safe by providing the most comprehensive product portfolio in the Industry. With Bucher, you don’t just get top quality and reliability. You get a range of products designed to meet every one of your cleaning and clearing needs. What started as a blacksmith’s shop has since transformed into a world-leading manufacturer of vehicles for street and sewer cleaning. Booth #726

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WORLD

RECORD

ROADS! As street sweeping guys, we at NiteHawk know the importance of wellmaintained roads. In fact, for thousands of years, paved roads—especially clean ones—have been a critical part of society. And with the Olympics happening this summer, we wanted to share some amazing world records related to this essential industry.

WHERE IS THE WORLD’S LONGEST STREET?

But another way to think about this question is in

Yonge Street in Canada is believed to be the longest in

pavement per capita. In that case the answer is The

the world. It begins in Toronto and stretches all the way

United Arab Emirates! This middle eastern country

to the Ontario/Minnesota border, totaling 1,178 miles.

is home to Dubai, a city known for elaborate urban

HOW ABOUT THE SHORTEST STREET?

development and lavish buildings. The United Arab

The shortest street in the world is called Ebenezer Place,

Emirates has over 146 square miles of pavement per

and it’s only 6 feet and 9 inches long. Located in a small

person. In contrast, China has only 26 square miles per

town in Northeast Scotland, it originated when a hotel

person.

builder had to display a name on the shortest side of his

WHERE IS THE OLDEST PAVED ROAD IN THE WORLD?

new building. It officially became a street in 1887.

Lake Moeris Quarry Road, in Egypt, is believed to be

WHICH COUNTRY HAS THE MOST PAVEMENT?

the oldest existing paved road. It was built sometime

Given its landmass, it’s no surprise that China holds

between 2500 and 2100 BC and was used to transport

the record for the most pavement of any country. It

heavy blocks of basalt from a quarry near Cairo. Those

is estimated to have about 33,590 square miles of

blocks became part of royal sarcophagi and pavements

paved roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and buildings.

for temples.

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WHAT ROAD GETS MORE TRAFFIC THAN ANY OTHER IN THE WORLD?

called the Moscow Automobile Ring Road, or MKAD.

Works Cited American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). 2020. Lake Moeris Quarry Road. Available at https://www.asce.org/project/lakemoeris-quarry-road/.

Elvidge et al. 2007. Global distribution and density of constructed impervious surfaces. Sensors. Available at https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=FS1P-LSnpwk.

It is ten lanes wide, 69 miles long, and often called

Guinness World Records. 2021. Shortest street. Available at

“Death Road” due to the number of driving fatalities

https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/

that occur there.

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This is somewhat difficult to measure, but Moscow, Russia was recently ranked as having the most congested traffic in the world. Its busiest road is

We hope everyone enjoys the rest of the summer,

04175581355

and we invite you to call us anytime for help taking

Traffic Index 2020. Tomtom.com. Available at https://www.

care of those roads!

tomtom.com/en_gb/traffic-index/ranking/.

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LADYBUGS Parking Lot Sweeping Inc. A Premier Sweeping Company in Louisiana

Ladybugs Parking Lot Sweeping Inc is a premier sweeping company located in Louisiana near Lafayette. It was created back in 2005 by a husband and wife team, that purchased the business from an associate of theirs in order to craft an improved life for their family. They have two young daughters and have made it their goal not only to have the best sweeping company but to also offer other services. They have

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started with parking lot striping, handyman services, construction cleanup, and pressure washing. That’s just the beginning of the kind of beneficial services they are offering the community they love so much in this western part of the state. In this spotlight, you’ll discover what makes Darren and Shelly such great business owners.

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HOW DID YOU START YOUR COMPANY?

We bought a company that had already been in business and had a great reputation in 2005. A friend that we knew originally owned it, Ken. He thought we’d be a good fit for the sweeping industry even though both my husband and I were in paramedic school at the time. Plus, we had a new baby, so it was a good opportunity for us to move into a different industry. It was a tough time financially, but we made it through turning the business into our own.

WHY DID YOU FEEL LIKE BEING IN THE SWEEPING INDUSTRY WOULD WORK FOR YOU AS A COUPLE?

It was appealing the concept of running our own business, even though we didn’t know anything about the sweeping business. We’re both fast

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HOW MANY EMPLOYEES DO YOU HAVE?

...things were hard during the pandemic. We were able to keep our employees and family as safe as possible. Luckily most of our crew works the sweeping trucks alone, so the physical distancing wasn’t too big of a problem.

With only one location that’s central in Scott, LA, we only need around 15 employees to run our operation. We also use our girls as well sometimes because they love to pitch in! Now they are 12-years-old and 15-years-old, and they understand how important the business is to our family.

HOW DID YOUR BUSINESS DO DURING THE PANDEMIC?

Of course, things were hard during the pandemic.

We were able to keep our employees and family as safe as possible. Luckily most of our crew works the sweeping trucks alone, so the physical distancing

learners, so that was a plus. We are both from the

wasn’t too big of a problem. Now that things

south. I grew up on a farm not far from where we

are back up and running, it’s been better for the

live now in Lafayette, and Darren is from Arkansas.

company growth-wise.

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IS IT DIFFICULT TO GET NEW COMPANIES TO USE LADYBUGS SWEEPING?

Our reputation is pretty solid around this area, so the new companies find out about us from our current customers for the most part. It’s easy to get references.

We do a little advertising on the radio around here about us, and there is a tv commercial that features our daughters. It’s adorable. That’s been able to bring in new customers.

HOW MANY COMPANIES USE YOUR SWEEPING SERVICE EACH WEEK?

I would estimate it’s around three to six companies that have a contract with us each week.

ANYTHING NEW ON THE HORIZON FOR LADYBUGS?

Well, we have been consistently adding new services

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I like to think that we are big problem solvers.

We’ll bend over backward for all of our clients to do the best job possible, and they know that. over the years. One that we are particularly proud of lately that’s new is concrete repair. There is a big call for this in Louisiana due to the high humidity and wet weather that can damage concrete. We are always open to coming up with more ways to serve our community.

HOW IS YOUR BRAND DIFFERENT FROM OTHER SWEEPING COMPANIES IN YOUR AREA?

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The only time we take off for a holiday is Christmas day. Our crews do so many different tasks that are specific to the day or night shift.s job possible, and they know that. We’re totally on top of making sure each job is done the right way in mind to quality.

HOW DO YOUR SHIFTS WORK FOR YOUR EMPLOYEES WHO DO THE SWEEPING?

We run 24/7. That means a day and night crew working at all times. The only time we take off for a holiday is continued on page 34

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We use Schwarze sweeping trucks. Specifically the 348 and the 347 in sweepers.

They are well outfitted to get the job done with extra things like backpack blowers, debris bags,

TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE EQUIPMENT YOU MAINLY USE?

We use Schwarze sweeping trucks. Specifically the 348 and the 347 in sweepers. They are well outfitted to get Christmas day. Our crews do so many different tasks that

the job done with extra things like backpack blowers,

are specific to the day or night shifts. The night shift usually

debris bags, and large handheld sweepers to get into

starts around 8:30 PM each night. They all have a route to

every nook and cranny of a company’s parking lot and

go along for any shift they do.

surrounding property. continued on page 36

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We are a traditional sweeping and property maintenance company. New tech doesn’t apply to us unless it’s going to allow our employees to do their jobs better.

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DO YOU DO ANYTHING SPECIFIC WHEN IT COMES TO ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES?

We follow all the state’s regulations on the proper disposal of hazardous items, like paint and tires. We have a dumping location on our property, and we use containers that we own.

ANY UPCOMING NEW TECH THAT MIGHT WORK FOR YOUR BUSINESS?

We are a traditional sweeping and property maintenance Model 435® COMDEX ® Mid-Sized Street Sweeper

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PWX/Public Works Expo..............................................................17 pwx.apwa.net

Bucher Municipal.........................................................................27 704-658-1333 / buchermunicipal.com

The ODB Co..................................................................................39 800-446-9823 / www.odbco.com

Buffalo Turbine.............................................................................26 716-592-2700 / buffaloturbine.com PROD U C T W AT C H

Safety Vision.................................................................................34 800-851-4764 / safetyvision.com

Carolina Enviromental Services...................................................26 800-239-7796 / cesrefuse.com Curbtender Sweeper s LLC........................................................BC 319-266-1721 / curbtendersweepers.com Eagle Eye Tracking.........................................................................3 855-338-7225 Elgin Sweeper Company..............................................................35 elginregenx.com Global Sweeping Solutions............................................................2 909-713-1600 / globalsweeper.com Gregory Highway..........................................................................31 866-994-4929 / gregoryhighway.com KeyStone Street Sweeping Brooms............................................24 800-635-5238 / kpbrush.com NAPSA..........................................................................................33 866-793-9999 Nite-Hawk Sweepers................................................................6, 21 800-448-9364 / nitehawksweepers.com Oakmont Capital Services LLC......................................................5 320-844-8800 / oakmontfinance.com ODRA Sweeper.............................................................................15 844-888-6372 / odrasweeper.com Pat’s Pump & Blower....................................................................30 800-359-7867 / patspump.com

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Schwarze Industries Inc........................................................3, 7,26 800-879-7933 / schwarze.com SEALMATE....................................................................................10 sealmate.com Sharpco Sweeper Shoes................................................................4 313-343-4328/800-372-5007/sharpcosweepershoes.com Skavin’jer Street Sweepers..........................................................32 888-652-2137 / skavinjer.com Stewart-Amos Equipment Co........................................................4 800-482-2302 / stewart-amos.com Street Smart..................................................................................29 888-653-6800 / streetsmartrental.com Superior Tire & Rubber Corp.........................................................9 800-289-1456 / superiortire.com Sweeper Parts Sales......................................................................6 877-695-3060 / sweeperpartssales.com Trinity Highway.............................................................................14 888-323-6374 / trinityhighway.com Tymco............................................................................................36 800-258-9626 / tymco.com United Rotary Brush Corporation................................................28 800-851-5108 / united-rotary.com Well Made Manufacturing............................................................37 609-323-2655 / wellmademfg.com Xpress Sweeping Inc....................................................................38 401-523-6116 / xpresssweeping.com

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