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A generic electric pressure washer in front of a hidden factory network
Industry

12 Pressure Washer Recalls Reveal China’s Hidden OEM Industry

A former Yili insider explains why 12 pressure washer recalls exposed weak product controls—and how Yili, Lutian, Kärcher, Nilfisk and Xiaoke shape the industry.

2026-08-298 min read
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Vileda Professional cleaning trolley and Nilfisk SC25 autonomous scrubber
Industry

After Buying Nilfisk, What Does Vileda’s Owner Want to Become?

Freudenberg’s Nilfisk acquisition brings manual cleaning tools, professional machines and Chinese manufacturing into one group—and puts Kärcher in its sights.

2026-07-246 min read
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Nilfisk’s 2018 Annual Report and the Structure of Commercial Cleaning cover
Commercial Cleaning

Nilfisk’s 2018 Annual Report and the Structure of Commercial Cleaning

Nilfisk’s 2018 annual report showed how a professional cleaning equipment company manages floorcare, vacuums, pressure washers and aftersales under global restructuring.

2026-06-084 min read
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