{"product_id":"escalator-tread-cleaner-24-head-saturation-trough-telescoping-handle-pads-sold-separately","title":"Escalator Tread Cleaner, 24\" Head, Saturation Trough, Telescoping Handle, Pads Sold Separately, Escateq","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .quote-button {\n    background-color: #4CAF50;\n    border: none;\n    color: white;\n    padding: 15px 32px;\n    text-align: center;\n    text-decoration: none;\n    display: inline-block;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    margin: 4px 2px;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    border-radius: 4px;\n    transition: background-color 0.3s;\n  }\n  .quote-button:hover {\n    background-color: #45a049;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@sweepscrub.com?subject=Quote%20Request%20for%20Escateq\" class=\"quote-button\"\u003e Get a Formal Quote \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; text-align: center;\"\u003e24\" Kit \u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e801071\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow Does This Clean? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handheld, low-moisture system with a purpose-built sponge and a compliant mounting mechanism. EscaTEQ’s Tread-TEQ keeps moisture within the sponge — away from escalator mechanics — and uses the escalator’s own motion to perform the cleaning work. The T-bar mounting system is engineered to compress and release under abnormal resistance rather than lock against the step, protecting both the escalator and the operator. Work should follow site safety procedures including appropriate signage, barricading, and operator training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Escalators Be Cleaned While Running? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes — and this is how EscaTEQ’s system is designed to operate. The escalator’s natural step motion powers the cleaning action. The operator positions the Tread-TEQ on moving steps; the engineered sponge applies and removes solution in each groove as the steps pass through. No external power, no cords, no shutdown required. Deployment should follow site safety procedures and applicable OEM guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Often Should I be Cleaning My Escalators? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning frequency depends on passenger traffic, environment, and observed soil accumulation. The EscaTEQ Method™ defines five frequency classes: daily for major transit systems and high-volume airports; weekly for busy transit hubs and shopping centers; every one to two weeks for regional malls and hotels; monthly for hospitals and department stores; and quarterly for lower-traffic facilities. Most facilities are cleaning less often than conditions require. The EscaTEQ Method™ helps establish the right interval based on real site data.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the Difference Between This Manual and Other Machine Systems? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMachine-based cleaning is designed primarily for restorative situations — heavily neglected escalators with embedded grease and deep contamination. It is equipment-intensive, expensive, and typically requires shutdown. Manual brush cleaning is inconsistent and generally ineffective for deep-groove cleaning. Neither is appropriate for regular preventive maintenance. EscaTEQ’s handheld low-moisture system fills that gap: consistent, fast, effective surface cleaning with no machines, no cords, and no shutdown. Other handheld tools have entered the market, but not all are purpose-built for this application. Rigid hook-and-loop mounting systems and non-absorbing foam materials borrowed from general-purpose products are not escalator cleaning systems — they are adaptations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill This System Leak Water Into the Pit? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEscaTEQ’s Tread-TEQ holds a minimal amount of solution within the sponge and transfers it directly to tread surfaces while simultaneously absorbing loosened contaminants. This prevents liquid from dripping through step gaps into the pit, protecting brakes, sensors, and motors from moisture exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Long Do The Pads Last? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsorb-TEQ pads typically last 10 to 20 cleaning cycles. Pad life is driven by how much contamination each cycle has to remove, which is why cleaning frequency matters. Escalators cleaned on the frequency the EscaTEQ Method recommends carry less contamination per cycle, so the pads last longer. Escalators cleaned less often than recommended carry heavier soil per cycle and the pads wear faster. A visual inspection should be carried out after each cleaning cycle. Pads should be replaced when cleaning teeth are missing, broken or torn, or when the sponge begins to visibly degrade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI'm Ready To Get Started What Do I Need To Know? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst you need to determine the size of your escalator tread and risers. Print this form, visit your escalators and notate the patterns. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0094\/9092\/files\/EscaTEQ_Fit-tool_US_Letter.pdf?v=1789390242\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003eEscalator Tread and Riser Measurement Printable Tool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond, you need to determine all the widths of your escalators, 24\", 32\" and 40\" are the most common, wider ones exist for people movers which we suggest using 24\" kits, one side at a time.  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0094\/9092\/files\/escalator-clear.png?v=1789390418\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThird, based on the information you obtained you will need to order your \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweepscrub.com\/collections\/escateq-escalator-cleaning-system\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003ekit(s)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eand \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweepscrub.com\/collections\/escateq-escalator-replacement-pads\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003epad(s)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat match your escalators \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFourth, be sure to choose your \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweepscrub.com\/collections\/escateq-escalator-tread-cleaning-chemicals\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003ecleaning chemical\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, we do not recommend using chemicals not approved for use on escalators \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"escateq","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48571578876125,"sku":"801071","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0285\/5544\/4355\/files\/SW2005A_0230410-0003-t3-Medium-nieuw-600x400.jpg?v=1789390531","url":"https:\/\/cleaningpartsdirect.com\/products\/escalator-tread-cleaner-24-head-saturation-trough-telescoping-handle-pads-sold-separately","provider":"Cleaning Parts Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}