A cleaning blade system for a variety of electrophotographic apparatuses. A preferably reversible, elongated, elastic wiper blade is longitudinally supported by a relatively rigid, elongated holder. The wiper holder is universally adaptable to a variety of differently configured cleaning blade mounts by a plurality of mounting adapters which all have a uniform interface with the wiper holders so that all wipers and wiper holders can be uniform. Each mounting adapter has a second interface for fastening it to at least one of the varied cleaning blade mounts in the same way that a conventional cleaning blade is fastened. The holder and mounting adapters include provisions for locating and stabilizing the disposition of wipers relative to the drums. Preferably the holder includes an interlock securing a wiper blade without adhesives. The wiper blade may include flared edges to enhance contact pressure against the drum and extend its useful life.