Capital Vacuums

Pioneering vacuums trapped dust in cloth or water.

Early vacuums had no suction and relied solely on rolling bristles.

Electrolux made the 1st vacuum to stand on metal sleds.

William Hoover made the name Hoovers synonymous with vacuum.

The 1st portable vacuum cleaner was invented by James Spangler.

America's first female CEO was Anna Bissell of the Bissell Vacuum company.

Tea leaves were a common cleaning technique before the vacuum.

Clogged filters increase pressure on seals and gaskets.

Overheating can cause the motor to burn out.

Dirty filters can lead to dust being ejected while vacuuming.