world leader in
beach cleaning & litter collection equipment

durable mechanical solutions for environmental cleanup

From coastlines and parks to roadsides and landfills, we’ve created Barber machines to make litter and debris cleanup simple, fast, and dependable. Since developing the Surf Rake, the ‘Original Beach Cleaner’, in 1966, we’ve continued to innovate and expand our lineup to help maintenance teams everywhere. Choose the solution below that fits your environment:

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Beach Cleaning Machines

World leader in beach cleaning equipment for over 60 years. Tractor-towed and walk-behind beach cleaner models for all beaches and conditions.  Trusted by resorts and municipalities world-wide.

LITTER COLLECTION EQUIPMENT

Capture litter and roadside debris on pavement, grass, and soil with equipment built for public-works crews, event managers, and parks & recreation teams.

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TURF GROOMING SOLUTIONS

Create smooth, level, and stone-free arenas, fields, and construction sites using Barber’s durable grooming & stone-picking systems.

our promise

rock-solid design. proven results. global support

Cleaner Results, Faster.

Trusted by municipalities, resorts, and contractors worldwide.

Mechanically Simple, Exceptionally reliable

Refined to simple perfection over 60 years of real-world performance

Built for Harsh Environments

Our machines last for decades, despite constant abrasion from salt, dirt, and debris.

industries we serve

trusted by professionals who keep the outdoors clean

RESORTS & MUNICIPAL BEACHES

Maintain safe, beautiful beaches for guests--no matter what the tides or crowds bring in.

DOT & ROAD MAINTENANCE

Remove roadside litter quickly to keep drivers safe and operations efficient.

PARKS & RECREATION

Keep large public grounds litter-free and well-groomed, freeing your team for higher-value work.

LANDFILLS & WASTE MANAGEMENT

Stay ahead of wind-blown litter and spillage with reliable cleanup that minimizes labor and downtime.

GOLF & ATHLETIC FACILITIES

Maintain pristine, debris-free playing surfaces with minimal manual effort.

EVENT CLEANUP TEAMS

Scale cleanup for festivals and gatherings with fast, mechanical efficiency—so attendees see a clean space, not your workload.

About Us

Family-Built. Field Proven, since 1966.

For over the past 60 years, H. Barber & Sons has engineered mechanical cleaning equipment, including the original beach cleaning the machine, the SURF RAKE

Our equipment is used in over 90 countries across six continents (sorry Antarctica!). We focus on creating & refining cleaning equipment that makes cleanup & grooming simple, effective, fast, and reliable for maintenance managers & teams and maintain a network of dealers around the world to service them. 

We also serve our customers directly from our factory in Naugatuck, Connecticut, United States, where we manufacture all our machines.

additional resources

beach cleaning learning CENTER

We’re sharing our over 60 years of experience in the beach cleaning industry, so you can determine what is the best beach cleaning machine for your specific beach and organization (and avoid the worst!). Access guides, articles, surveys, and calculators here.

Customer Service Portal

Learn how to install, operate, maintain, and repair your Barber machine by visiting our customer service training portal. Review prior to purchase or when in the field.

other resources

Looking to quickly access images & videos of each of the Barber product lines, as well as brochures and product-specific FAQ’s? While you can find the most in-depth information about each product line by visiting its designated page, these are some ‘quick-reference’ assets.

Have more questions?

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