FOD*BOSS is a revolutionary FOD runway sweeper and airport sweeper system that guarantees ultimate safety for airport and airfield operational surfaces.
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Welcome to the revolutionary airport FOD sweeper, made with patented technology and critical safety features to deliver unrivalled performance in the collection and removal of FOD.
As a leading airport runway sweeper, FOD*BOSS is trusted by airports and airfields worldwide for fast, reliable runway cleaning without the cost of traditional vacuum sweeper trucks.
The FOD*BOSS delivers superior FOD reduction, is made to perform and last, and offers a 98% cost saving compared with traditional vacuum sweeper trucks. FOD*BOSS represents the gold standard in airfield safety.
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Effective debris management requires not only collection but also secure retention within the sweeper. Our debris retention blades securely hold debris within the catchment zones, preventing it from falling back onto the surface, even when slowing down or turning corners. This is a feature unique to FOD*BOSS, and a key reason it performs as a runway sweeper across major airports worldwide.
The FOD*BOSS triple elevator steps guide smaller debris, or debris collected at lower speeds, into the debris capture zones. This FOD*BOSS exclusive feature enhances debris retention, ensuring it remains securely contained and does not return as FOD. It’s one of the details that sets FOD*BOSS apart from a standard airport sweeper.
The FODStop barriers securely retain collected debris within each capture zone, preventing transverse movement, particularly as the sweeper is turning. This exclusive FOD*BOSS feature further ensures that debris remains contained and does not exit the sweeper once collected. This level of containment is critical for any airport runway sweeper operating on live airfield surfaces.
The FOD*BOSS-exclusive GroundForce tow hitch enables efficient debris collection at high sweeping speeds of up to 40 mph (65 kph). This unique design keeps the front of the sweeper firmly grounded, preventing lift and minimizing drift during turns for optimal performance. It’s this stability that allows FOD*BOSS to perform reliably as an airport FOD sweeper even at higher tow speeds.
The FOD*BOSS duplex or triplex system enables sweeping with either two or three sweepers wide simultaneously. Combine that with maximum sweeping speeds of up to 40 mph (65 kph), and an 8,000ft (2.4km) runway can be swept of debris in under 30 minutes with this runway sweeper.
Aerosweep offers a range of towing adaptors and accessories designed to fit the diverse tow points on vehicles. Options include 50mm tow ball, 50mm gooseneck, pintle hook, coupler, and tow pin/E hitch. This flexibility means airport sweepers can be deployed using existing ground vehicles, with no need for specialised towing equipment.
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Watch how the FOD*BOSS works in an airport environment
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“Thanks to it’s consistent performance in maintaining clean and safe airfields, FOD*Boss has become an indispensable asset in our operations.”
Assistant Airside Manager, LAX Airport
“Our lack of F.O.D. incidents are directly correlated to the use of your product, the FOD*BOSS”
Technical Seagent, US Air Force
“The FOD*BOSS so far has picked up more than the ramp vacuum sweeper”
Flight Research Centre, NASA
“We have done extended trials of all FOD equipment and the FOD*BOSS is clearly the most effective tool. Not just for the nuts and bolts, stones etc but very effective with sand which our engineers realize is a silent killer of jet engines.”
Delta Airlines
“We are thrilled that The FOD*BOSS has lived up to its reputation.”
Fedex Oakland, USA. Fedex
“You will be pleased to know that in three weeks, the FODBOSS has picked up over 600 lbs. of debris.”
Maintenance Training, United Airlines
“…play a key role in keeping the facilities clean and FOD free… Very impressive!”
Commercial Division, The Boeing Company
“As expected everybody was impressed with the performance and there was no shortage of techs willing to sweep up the FOD….”
Manager DTW/LMO, Delta Airlines
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Whether you need a compact airport sweeper for smaller aprons or a full-scale runway cleaner for major runways, the FOD*BOSS range has a configuration to suit.
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At Aerosweep
A runway sweeper like FOD*BOSS is a towed system designed to remove foreign object debris (FOD) from runways, taxiways, and aprons, protecting aircraft and ground crew from damage or injury.
Unlike conventional vacuum sweeper trucks, FOD*BOSS uses a patented friction-based design towed behind any vehicle, delivering up to a 98% FOD collection rate at a fraction of the cost.
Yes. FOD*BOSS is used across runways, taxiways, aprons, and other airfield operational surfaces, making it a versatile airport sweeper for a range of aviation environments.
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