Angle Brooms

The hydraulically angled brush sweeps material to either side of the machine path; the operator adjusts the angle from the cab to direct debris to the curb, windrow, or collection point. Standard widths run 72″–84″ for parking lots, warehouse floors, airport ramps, and highway construction sites.

Bristle material determines the sweep application. Polypropylene bristles handle dry debris — sand, aggregate, light snow — on concrete and asphalt without surface scratching. Wire bristle configurations are specified for heavy debris removal, scaling, and surface preparation on concrete. Bristle pattern (medium-fill vs. heavy-fill) affects sweep aggressiveness. Most units use replaceable bristle sections that swap without special tools, extending the broom’s service life over multiple bristle sets.

Angle Broom vs. Pickup Broom: When to Use Each
An angle broom sweeps material to the side — effective for clearing paths, cleaning lots where debris can be windrow-piled, and pushing material to a collection point. A pickup broom sweeps material into an internal hopper or conveys it into a truck — required when debris must be collected without leaving a windrow. For most construction site cleanup, job site prep, and parking lot clearing, an angle broom is the faster, simpler, and lower-maintenance choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a skid steer angle broom sweep snow?
Yes — polypropylene bristle brooms sweep light and medium snow (under 4″ depth) effectively. For heavy or wet snow, a snow pusher moves larger volumes faster. Angle brooms excel at clearing the residual fine snow and ice granules after pushing the bulk material.

How do I adjust the sweep angle?
Most angle brooms use hydraulic cylinder actuation from the auxiliary circuit — the operator adjusts sweep angle from the cab using the auxiliary joystick or trigger. Typical sweep angle range is ±30° from perpendicular (60° total arc). Some units offer fixed-angle positions only; others provide infinite hydraulic adjustment.

How often do bristles need replacing?
Polypropylene bristle life depends on debris type, surface abrasiveness, and operating speed. In clean debris on smooth concrete, expect 200–400 hours per bristle set. Coarse aggregate or abrasive surfaces reduce life. Inspect bristle height at each 50-hour service — replace when bristle length drops below 50% of original to maintain sweep efficiency.

Pair with a Power Rake for site prep before sweeping or Dirt Buckets for collecting debris after windrow. All skid steer angle brooms ship assembled from US warehouses. Free freight over $1,500 to the lower 48 states.