[3][4] The company is the number one manufacturer of floor care products in North America in terms of sales, with 20% marketshare.

[5] Melville Bissell developed an early carpet sweeping machine to aid in cleaning the crockery shop he and his wife Anna owned and operated.

[8] Over the years the company expanded from manufacturing only mechanical sweepers to producing vacuum cleaners and carpet shampooers.

It has also moved into the pet-care industry, manufacturing attachments and solutions designed specifically for cleaning up pet hair and stains.

[11] With every purchase, it donates some percentage to the foundation to save pets, and grant money and assistance to various animal non-profits in all 50 states.