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H MAN

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Asking your ideas
« on: May 09, 2021, 09:42:18 am »
Well it seems anything put up it's been done already, so every one telling me.
So the big thing seems using pole lot of people have whine too heavy, can't use to long, sore arms, shoulders , hands etc etc.
So the people that keep telling me that it's been done.
Could you show me what has been done already relating to using WFP's  (devices for lifting poles)

This way  I don't have to put it up, because it is something you already know.
And save me putting it up as well. :)

Smudger

  • Posts: 13438
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #1 on: May 09, 2021, 11:49:10 am »
As far as pole weight goes - i'm sure a few more grams can be shaved off but in all honesty anyone who cant handle using a carbon pole for regular work or an extreme for larger works has no business being a window cleaner - they are just not fit enough

I think there are lots of little things that can be invented - we don't know what they are until they appear !

The important thing is if you invent something - it needs to be truly unique - and professionally presented and be open minded enough to take other opinions on board

Darran
Never argue with an idiot, they will only bring you down to their level, and beat you with experience

AuRavelling79

  • Posts: 25385
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #2 on: May 09, 2021, 12:54:19 pm »
Using the top four sections of an Extreme 25 as a 20ft pole as my everyday pole  is the lightest way for me to work without compromising longevity. The extra 2ft of length over an 18 helps too.
It's a game of three halves!

jk999

  • Posts: 2089
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #3 on: May 09, 2021, 04:11:23 pm »
Cant wait for the star trek pole to be designed, instead of pulling pipes and using taps and remotes all have to do is say to scottie is beam me up my water 😇

Stoots

  • Posts: 6211
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #4 on: May 09, 2021, 06:05:33 pm »
Develop a pole thats lighter, stiffer and more durable than the extreme. Oh for less money as well

Then you will be onto a winner

Good luck.

Most of us will work with 18-25ft poles the vast majority of the days so before you think about strapping a hoist system to our backs its just not practical H MAN.

windowswashed

  • Posts: 2577
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #5 on: May 09, 2021, 08:18:34 pm »
There are much stiffer poles than the extremes, high modulous but you pay the extra for the rigidity.

H MAN

  • Posts: 1211
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #6 on: May 10, 2021, 04:45:51 am »
Develop a pole thats lighter, stiffer and more durable than the extreme. Oh for less money as well

Then you will be onto a winner

Good luck.

Most of us will work with 18-25ft poles the vast majority of the days so before you think about strapping a hoist system to our backs its just not practical H MAN.
Yes must agree  strapping a hoist system to our backs its just not practical.
Develop a pole that's lighter, stiffer and more durable than the extreme.
This is also  right think they already have this.
But we are talking about a device that will help lifting the pole without looking like a Mobile Crane.
Like something that can be worn like a belt similar to a weight lifter belt, that has the lifting  device directly  fitted on it.
While supporting your back at the same time..

Wind o kleen

  • Posts: 16
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #7 on: May 10, 2021, 08:24:03 am »
Just post the video obviously you’ve made something so show us 🤦🏼‍♂️

֍Winp®oClean֍

  • Posts: 1687
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #8 on: May 11, 2021, 07:57:56 am »
A Univalve service kit, new spring, new O ring and the option to purchase a set of pliers/crimps specific to opening the unit.👍
Comfortably Numb!

H MAN

  • Posts: 1211
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #9 on: June 12, 2021, 09:57:32 am »
Just post the video obviously you’ve made something so show us 🤦🏼‍♂️
Sorry for the late reply.
Just waiting to see  if anyone else has got a better idea, then what have been already mentioned.
It would appear no one has one, probably if they have would not say/show anything anyway.
(Until that ether patent or licence's the idea.)
You right made a working prototype but will not be showing it ether.
Same reason as explained in red.


Bungle

  • Posts: 2390
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #10 on: June 12, 2021, 01:43:43 pm »
How about inventing a shower cap that can fit over your brush to save drips in the van when you put your pole away?

https://showergoddess.co.uk/collections/adult-shower-caps?gclid=CjwKCAjwtpGGBhBJEiwAyRZX2p2GrlLlJcRtStA8C9H5kYOCsihPdn1B6_DXhv5k0y9k8JlgKf7nehoCC1wQAvD_BwE


We look at them, they look through them.

robbo333

  • Posts: 2419
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #11 on: June 12, 2021, 05:59:23 pm »
Bungle is right, we need simple things to make us work 'better'.

For instance:

I use a ladies 'towel turban' (ladies use it to tie up their wet hair) the smaller version fits perfectly over a brush and is great for just finishing  fascia, soffit and gutter cleans. 

I cut down the bristles on a brush to about 5mm high. It's like a nail brush and will take the skin off your hand. Ideal for tough marks on glass or plastic.

I used elastic bands to connect a 'magic eraser pad' to a Gardiners quick loq socket. Dunk this in some pink stuff and will remove almost anything at 1st floor level.  Black marks are gone!

All simple ideas, but they all make my day easier and more efficient.

Soon, I'll make a tool to get spiders crap out the top corners of the window frame on 1st floor.  Especially on first cleans with rough render, over a connie,  they are a bloody nightmare to come out.

It's the little things we need...
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For all other enquiries, please press1"

dazmond

  • Posts: 23966
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #12 on: June 13, 2021, 09:07:19 am »
Bungle is right, we need simple things to make us work 'better'.

For instance:

I use a ladies 'towel turban' (ladies use it to tie up their wet hair) the smaller version fits perfectly over a brush and is great for just finishing  fascia, soffit and gutter cleans. 

I cut down the bristles on a brush to about 5mm high. It's like a nail brush and will take the skin off your hand. Ideal for tough marks on glass or plastic.

I used elastic bands to connect a 'magic eraser pad' to a Gardiners quick loq socket. Dunk this in some pink stuff and will remove almost anything at 1st floor level.  Black marks are gone!

All simple ideas, but they all make my day easier and more efficient.

Soon, I'll make a tool to get spiders crap out the top corners of the window frame on 1st floor.  Especially on first cleans with rough render, over a connie,  they are a bloody nightmare to come out.

It's the little things we need...

Honestly I couldn't be arsed with all that....I've never need any of them things....a decent brush like a supreme will get spider nests out of the corners of frames with ease plus very hot pure water is fantastic for cleaning at this time of year....any stubborn marks stays on when cleaning plastic cleans if cif/virosol and a magic sponge dont do the trick....ive never needed to dry drips off f/s/g cleans either if you rinse enough....
price higher/work harder!

dazmond

  • Posts: 23966
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #13 on: June 13, 2021, 09:12:55 am »
How about inventing a shower cap that can fit over your brush to save drips in the van when you put your pole away?

https://showergoddess.co.uk/collections/adult-shower-caps?gclid=CjwKCAjwtpGGBhBJEiwAyRZX2p2GrlLlJcRtStA8C9H5kYOCsihPdn1B6_DXhv5k0y9k8JlgKf7nehoCC1wQAvD_BwE

I guess this is a joke right?😄👍dont encourage him!
price higher/work harder!

Bungle

  • Posts: 2390
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #14 on: June 13, 2021, 10:24:04 am »
How about inventing a shower cap that can fit over your brush to save drips in the van when you put your pole away?

https://showergoddess.co.uk/collections/adult-shower-caps?gclid=CjwKCAjwtpGGBhBJEiwAyRZX2p2GrlLlJcRtStA8C9H5kYOCsihPdn1B6_DXhv5k0y9k8JlgKf7nehoCC1wQAvD_BwE

I guess this is a joke right?😄👍dont encourage him!

I can picture him rummaging through his Mrs' bathroom looking for a shower cap 😂
We look at them, they look through them.

Jamo

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Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #15 on: June 13, 2021, 10:38:18 am »
Hoseless kit for ova8, then I’d be tempted to get one

Smudger

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Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #16 on: June 13, 2021, 10:53:58 am »
Hoseless kit for ova8, then I’d be tempted to get one

Already done

Darran
Never argue with an idiot, they will only bring you down to their level, and beat you with experience

Splash & dash

  • Posts: 4364
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #17 on: June 13, 2021, 05:54:26 pm »
Hoseless kit for ova8, then I’d be tempted to get one



That’s an easy thing to sort out .

Phil J

  • Posts: 638
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #18 on: June 13, 2021, 08:09:25 pm »
A pole with a motor in the base, you push a button, and the pole extends, push it again and it collapses. ;)

Splash & dash

  • Posts: 4364
Re: Asking your ideas
« Reply #19 on: June 13, 2021, 08:47:08 pm »
There are much stiffer poles than the extremes, high modulous but you pay the extra for the rigidity.


Extream poles are HM , what do you think is a better pole ???