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When David founded Oreck Corporation, which started out with the idea of making lightweight vacuum cleaners that are durable and powerful. While some of the other manufacturers and retailers criticized the lightweight design of Oreck, the company's products were catching on in the hospitality and services industry.

Oreck focused on selling their vacuum cleaners to hotels, where a lightweight vacuum cleaner can be very beneficial for the cleaning staff. The company's products became more popular throughout the years as people started to realize the importance of having a lightweight and dependable vacuum cleaner. Today, Oreck Corporation is one of the known companies in the cleaning industry.

Types of vacuums Oreck Vacuums

The Oreck Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells the three main types of vacuum cleaners: upright, canister, and handheld. The upright line of vacuum cleaners are called the Oreck XL vacuum cleaners.

The company's current upright vacuum cleaners include the Oreck XL Classic, Silver, Gold, and Platinum versions. As for the canister vacuum cleaners, Oreck offers three different models, ranging in size from the Oreck XL Little Hero to the DutchTech Mid Size 1200 Series and the DutchTech Full Size 1400 Series cleaners.

As for the handheld appliances, the company has three main versions: the Oreck Ironman, Oreck Housekeeper Ultimate, and Oreck Deluxe handheld cleaners. Aside from these models, Oreck has a number of other products in the market, including some special edition cleaners such as the Oreck Halo Germ-Killing UV-C Vacuum. Aside from their vacuum cleaning units, Oreck also offers air purifiers, electric brooms, and car vacuums.

Oreck Vacuum Cleaners Technology

Halo Technology - One of the latest technologies developed by Oreck is the Halo Technology, which they have used in the Oreck Halo Germ-Killing UV-C Vacuum.

When the Halo Technology is activated, the cleaner emits a C-spectrum ultraviolet light that can kill many forms of germs, viruses, bacteria, mold, microorganisms, dust mite eggs, and flea eggs. The Halo Technology can be activated with a simple flick of the switch along the handle.

Direct Suction Technology - The Direct Suction Technology that is used in a number of the Oreck upright vacuums is capable of producing large amounts of cleaning power.

The suction system uses a streamlined air path, allowing the vacuum to create air flows of up to 127 mph for a thorough and effective clean. For such a powerful system, these Oreck vacuums are so lightweight that some even weigh under 9 pounds.

Sound Dampening Technology - Another great technology that is used in some Oreck vacuum cleaners is the Sounds Dampening Technology. The design of these vacuums is specially made to produce less sound than many other types of vacuums, making it convenient and less of a bother to use.

IntellaShield Technology - Oreck has also developed the IntellaShield Technology to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of their vacuum cleaners. The system helps in removing bacteria, hypo-allergenics, and other microorganisms.

Key features for Oreck Vacuums

Helping Hand Handle - One of the features that makes Oreck vacuums convenient cleaning tools is their ergonomic design. The Helping Hand Handle allows for easier control and less strain on hands, wrists, and arms. In fact, some of Oreck's vacuums are so well designed that they have received Ease-of-Use Commendations from the Arthritis Foundation.

Saniseal System - The Saniseal system ensures that the vacuum does its job of trapping the odors, dust, dirt, and debris that the vacuum sucks up into the disposable bag. By automatically sealing the disposable filter bag, dirt is trapped, making it easier to change bags. Also, the bags are large enough to fit approximately four times the capacity of some bagless vacuum models.

HEPA Filtration system - Another key feature used in Oreck vacuums is HEPA filtration. This filtration system iseffective enough to trap particles as small as 0.3 microns.

With such an efficient machine, users don't have to worry as much about bacteria, allergens, and dust. In effect, these HEPA filter vacuums aid in reducing the causes of asthma and allergy attacks.

Oreck Vacuum Cleaners Top products

Two of the top products being offered by Oreck are the Oreck XL Platinum and the Oreck Halo Germ-Killing UV-C Vacuum. These two models have some of the premier technologies and features that were researched and developed by Oreck.

The Oreck XP Platinum weighs at nine pounds and has features such as HEPA Celoc Filtration, 99.9% filtration, antimicrobial protection, ergonomic Comfort Fit Helping Hand Handle, and a ten-year long free tune up period.

The Oreck Halo Germ-Killing UV-C Vacuum has many of the top technologies of Oreck, including the Halo technology, which helps remove 99.9% of germs, viruses, bacteria, mold, and mildew. With its industry-leading designs and technologies, Oreck vacuum cleaners are among some of the most reliable in the industry.

Consumer feedback

Likes:

* easy to use and assemble
* lightweight, so it's easy to maneuver
* has excellent filtration
* quiet

Dislikes:

* some models a bit pricey
* belt and motor not as durable as expected
* has complaints about service policy