Automation is transforming the floor care industry, and Hawk Enterprises is leading the way with the Flight Applicator, an advanced automated floor finish applicator. While most of our equipment remains manual by design, this innovation brings a new level of precision and efficiency to the finishing application.
Equipped with electronic flow control, the Flight Applicator allows operators to set a dial and walk—automating finish delivery, improving consistency, and significantly reducing labor costs.
Here’s how Hawk is bringing automation into floor cleaning and restoration.
1. Flow-Control Automation: Simple and Consistent
At the heart of the Flight Applicator is a patented variable-flow control pump. Operators dial in the exact finish delivery rate, then glide the applicator across wood, concrete, or tile, and let automation take over. This ensures even application, eliminates drips or spills, and ensures novice users can match professional results every time
2. Reduce Labor Costs & Skill Barriers
Traditional finish application requires careful walking, even pressure, and vigilance to avoid lap marks and waste. Hawk’s automation eliminates these challenges. By simplifying operations with electronic flow control, the Flight Applicator cuts training time, minimizes operator fatigue, and reduces the risk of errors. That equals faster jobs, lower labor hours, and better margins.
3. Precision Saves Material—and Money
The electronic flow control doesn’t just improve consistency—it reduces over-application by up to 10%, saving finish and cutting material expenses. This precision helps businesses better manage inventory, reduce waste, and support sustainability efforts.
4. Designed for Large Spaces & Efficiency
Available in three widths (28″, 36″, and 48″), the Flight Applicator can cover up to 27,500 ft² per hour. That’s ideal for gyms, hospitals, or large commercial facilities—especially when paired with automated flow control. Operators can finish more area with fewer passes, avoiding overlap and operator exhaustion.
5. Multi-Finish Capable
Whether applying water-based or solvent-based products, the applicator adapts. Use a microfiber pad for water-based finishes and a lambs wool pad for solvents—both activated only when motion starts, thanks to a magnetic-wheel sensor connected to the pump. This smart design ensures no waste during idle time.
6. Low-Maintenance, High Uptime
The Flight Applicator features a corrosion-resistant, powder-coated steel frame, easy-to-clean applicator bar, and detachable pads. A pin-lock handle adjusts for operator comfort between 32″ and 40″ height. With minimal upkeep and a battery-powered pump, it offers reliable automation without complex electronics.
7. Automation Without Overkill
Hawk understands that full robotics isn’t always necessary in floor care. Instead of investing in complex autonomous scrubbers, the Flight Applicator introduces practical, cost-effective automation, enhancing precision and productivity while staying affordable and easy to use.
Automated Floor Finish with HAWK’s Flight Applicator
HAWK Flight Applicator With Battery-Powered Pump
The Hawk Flight Applicator glides across the floor as it applies water-based and solvent-based finishes, restorers and disinfectants in a smooth, even, crystal-clear coat.
Though Hawk Enterprises prioritizes human-operated equipment, their Flight Applicator introduces targeted automation that transforms coating applications. Electronic flow control ensures even coating, cuts material waste by up to 10%, and boosts operator productivity—without the complexity or cost of fully autonomous machines.
As the floor care industry rises to meet efficiency and cost pressures, Hawk’s strategic automation shows how simple, intelligent design can deliver real-world benefits.
The HAWK Flight Applicator: A Game-Changer in Floor Finishing
The HAWK Flight Applicator with Battery-Powered Pump is a game-changer in floor finishing. By addressing the limitations of traditional mops and providing a more efficient, ergonomic, and cost-effective solution, this tool is setting a new standard in commercial floor maintenance. Whether you manage a school, hospital, office, or retail space, investing in the HAWK Flight Applicator will help maintain pristine floors with less effort and better results.
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