Clean It Up
UK Window Cleaning Forum => Window Cleaning Forum => Topic started by: Lee Pryor on August 18, 2010, 04:24:50 pm
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Well what can I say??? I LOVE THIS PRODUCT! the amount of water saved is VERY noticable in the tank, all those times through the day when water is ping out everywhere and not on glass really do add up. very easy to use and fit, good build quality, love the flouresant pole hose it comes with
Those with harris poles will require the larger version, and will make converting the harris eaven easier, just cut the top, drill the bottom out, job done. Genius!
I switched on and off while extending or collapsing the pole, or moving around a building (makes this much easier) and while walking back to the van, It seemed to make the day more pleasant, less faffing around kinking hose or poping the easy snap to find the water still coming out (you know what I mean).
Quite honestly every pole should have one of these! ours soon will.
The guys at aqua-dapter should call alex gardiner to arrange a deal where his poles can be bought with this as an add on maybe at a small discount.
I predict they will be as popular as the plastic angle addapter we are all used to seeing.
They really do make any trigger or tap a waste of time, there in a different league.
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I agree Lee, been saying this for weeks now. Once you fit the Aqua dapter on, you will never look at taps or triggers ever again. They are the missing link for the wfp set up and every pole will have one in 5 years time, they may even come as standard when you purchase your pole.
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is there a link to this?
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Thanks for the information!
I will order a couple right now to test them out :)
But one question - Do you think its usable on pole when the pole is about 60-90ft?
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does it turn itself off if you get snagged?
are there any downsides to it?
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Stand on the hose and yes it will turn on or off. You soon learn not to stand on the hose and not to get snagged. You can turn it on or off with your index finger at the brush so any mistakes can be sorted quickly.
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I really cant see any downsides at all, but then it is the first day, I guess the pump may where out quicker or something like that. I loved using it today, it really is the missing link in wfp.
I mean on the very first house I cleaned today the potential was obvious,,,,,, its when you have done the whole day and realise just how much water we are all wasting.
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stupid question how does it work, and what is it, does it stop flowing when not on glass? any got a you tube link for it
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stupid question how does it work, and what is it, does it stop flowing when not on glass? any got a you tube link for it
you wont need the link just you tube aqua-dapter. its like a pull cord light switch, pull-water on pull-water off.
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i use a pole tap and find it ok and save loads of water but its the pole hose loop that gets on my nerves some days!! >:(
i use between 200L-300L per full day(6-7 hours "on the glass").i do trad some downstairs work most days though.
does it add weight at the top end of the pole and do you find the cable hose bit at the top a bit of a pain??
dazmond
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dazmond, it works great, the hose at the top gives no problems, you wont even notice it is on there,
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nice one lee thanks for the hands on review. i said when i first saw it that its a great concept.
haven't yet parted with the cash though.
anyone any ideas re. connections to pole hose. is it still necessary to have rectus/quick release?
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The system i recently bought has a remote wired to the flow control almost like a car alarm fob its great dont think it is standard the guy i got it off must have wired it in but its amazing great range! just push the on button on the remote and out comes water ready to move around house and push off button.
range seems to be very good although have not done and big houses yet that would totaly obstruct the van out of range we will see.
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my old partner done the same with a wireless door bell. had the button in his pocket and used to switch the flow on and off from his pocket. the switch was at the top of the pole like this aqua adaptar. i'm not sure how he done it but it worked
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Hi guys,
Thanks for the great review Lee, we're all really pleased that you got on so well with your Aqua-dapter!
A couple of you have been asking for a link, so here's one: www.aqua-dapter.co.uk (http://www.aqua-dapter.co.uk/)
We recently updated the website and for the first month we're running a 20% off promotion (up until 15th September), so now is a good time to buy if you're interested in getting your own Aqua-dapter.
Lots of the questions we've been asked are now answered on the website, but if you have any other questions, please let me know.
Paul
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Hi Paul, ive just sent a message on your website, about ordering more, I want to talk about sizes, can you call my office 01342 841842
Lee
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Has anyone fitted one to Brodex Hydra alloy poles - specifically the 18ft (as this is my everyday pole). Also did you need to dispense with the metal pole end fitment.
Thanks in advance.
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Lee pryor
I would be interested to know the amount of water you use a day before the aqua dapter, and then in a month using it.
Could you post this now and in a month ?
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i am going to order 1 of these but can someone tell me where to get the push fit connectors for the brush i use the superlite brushes regards alan
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i am going to order 1 of these but can someone tell me where to get the push fit connectors for the brush i use the superlite brushes regards alan
john hewitt mate £1.50 i think, called equal Y on the site - black n blue
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70 quid for it. bit pricey is it not
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those fittings ar ebasically what we use dto us ein air pneumatic systems and can be bought in most machine shops or RS online etc
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Lee pryor
I would be interested to know the amount of water you use a day before the aqua dapter, and then in a month using it.
Could you post this now and in a month ?
I would say its about 50-70 litres a day, but as i said it just seems to make the job feel easier some how
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http://www.purefreedom.co.uk/3050m-5mm-yellow-pvc-braided-hose-p-280.html
is this type of hose suitable for it ? i have this on my poles at present lite 5 or something it's called
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http://www.purefreedom.co.uk/3050m-5mm-yellow-pvc-braided-hose-p-280.html
is this type of hose suitable for it ? i have this on my poles at present lite 5 or something it's called
Do you happen to know what the PSI rating is on that hose? I run a RO/DI system where the pump works at 150PSI and if I leave the shut off valve open and just use the Aqua-dapter it can cause some hose swelling. If I could find hose at a rating above 150PSI it would take that issue out if the equation.
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http://www.wintecs.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=58_51&products_id=1132
sorry this is the exact hose but more or less the same as above i think. Dunno anything about the rating of it
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70 quid for it. bit pricey is it not
It depends on your idea of 'pricey'.
We are not the cheapest solution, and we don't claim to be. There are plenty of other flow solutions out there that are a lot cheaper, there's even the free method of kinking your hose, but none of them offer the simplicity and give you the productivity that Aqua-dapter offers.
Our equipment has been CAD designed and tested, engineered and subjected to phsyical tests and re-engineered when it does not perform. We've spent nearly two years in the development of this product, bringing it to the standard of what it is now. And we will continue developing it into an even higher quality product.
From a construction point of view, the Aqua-dapter is made from a lightweight aluminium chassis, with stainless steel and wax filled injection molded nylon parts. This wax filled engineering grade plastic self lubricates to keep friction down to a minimum.
You will also appreciate that a tap that works without the common niggles and headaches other methods of flow control have will save time. A correctly controllable tap will also save your water, which in turn will leave you with more in your tank, so you can become more productive throughout the day. More water throughout the day means more jobs within a day, which means it's more of an investment than a cost.
http://www.purefreedom.co.uk/3050m-5mm-yellow-pvc-braided-hose-p-280.html
is this type of hose suitable for it ? i have this on my poles at present lite 5 or something it's called
Unfortunately PVC hose will not give you the necessary performance to use Aqua-dapter. We supply our own sourced and adapted Polyurethane hose based on the same hoses used in pnuematic applications. However we use a polyether compound to make the hose completely waterproof.
Our hose, yet extremely flexible, is very strong, and unlike PVC, it doesn't react to heat, in which case it won't soften and stretch. It also reacts far better in cold weather, and will not go hard and crack. Also, whereas PVC is watertight, it will eventually degrade from contact with water. Our hose carries a three year guarantee.
Regards,
Duncan
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http://www.purefreedom.co.uk/3050m-5mm-yellow-pvc-braided-hose-p-280.html
is this type of hose suitable for it ? i have this on my poles at present lite 5 or something it's called
Do you happen to know what the PSI rating is on that hose? I run a RO/DI system where the pump works at 150PSI and if I leave the shut off valve open and just use the Aqua-dapter it can cause some hose swelling. If I could find hose at a rating above 150PSI it would take that issue out if the equation.
Tony, the hose that we are currently using is rated at 233 PSI with water at 20 degrees c. The hose you have is a different type that we sent out with samples to the USA. I will arrange to get some of the hose we are using now over to you.
Regards,
Duncan
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Thanks Duncan. That is great news!
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Mine went out 1 day.
Broken.
Pipe falls out the bottom of it.
Modified it slightly to fix problem (modified hose that is).
We run 2 poles, have found very little saving in water due to the fact when you turn 1 pole off the other gets more water through it.
Like the idea though.............
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Mine went out 1 day.
Broken.
Pipe falls out the bottom of it.
Modified it slightly to fix problem (modified hose that is).
We run 2 poles, have found very little saving in water due to the fact when you turn 1 pole off the other gets more water through it.
Like the idea though.............
Hi,
We'd be interested to know exactly which bit is 'broken'. Is the actual Aqua-dapter physically damaged? Do you mean the tube attached directly to the tap component?
Or do you mean the hose comes away when you pull it?
If so, which bit detaches? Does the push fitting come off the unit, or does the hose come out of the push fitting?
Did you insert the tube strengthener into the connecting end of the hose before inserting it into the push fitting?
This is the first report we've had of the hose coming off, so we'd be very keen to examine how it's happening and why. You can rest assured if there is a fault, we will replace your Aqua-dapter.
Kind regards,
Duncan
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Recieved mine a couple of days ago and so far so good, if it lasts a couple of years it will be a great investment as it saves water and time and easy to fit and use. I would like to wish the manufactures every success with it and I hope they come up with a few more inventions
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looks like a great idea but how do you conecet it to the hose on the reel using the same push fittings..
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Hi poole bay,
Perhaps others who're using Aqua-dapters on these forums will tell you how they've connected it on their setups.
The hose is 8mm outside diameter, 5mm inside diameter. A fitting that pushes into the end of the hose and is secured with an 'O' ring (such as a microbore 6mm barbed hose tail fitting) should be fine. If you use a connector like this you may find it easier to fit if you warm up the end of the hose with some hot water.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Paul
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Mine went out 1 day.
Broken.
Pipe falls out the bottom of it.
Modified it slightly to fix problem (modified hose that is).
We run 2 poles, have found very little saving in water due to the fact when you turn 1 pole off the other gets more water through it.
Like the idea though.............
Hi,
We'd be interested to know exactly which bit is 'broken'. Is the actual Aqua-dapter physically damaged? Do you mean the tube attached directly to the tap component?
Or do you mean the hose comes away when you pull it?
If so, which bit detaches? Does the push fitting come off the unit, or does the hose come out of the push fitting?
Did you insert the tube strengthener into the connecting end of the hose before inserting it into the push fitting?
This is the first report we've had of the hose coming off, so we'd be very keen to examine how it's happening and why. You can rest assured if there is a fault, we will replace your Aqua-dapter.
Kind regards,
Duncan
The hose pops out. Fitted a stiffer pipe which then joins to an ordinary rubber hose works fine now.
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Just in case people don't read the other thread...
The hose pops out.
A tube strengthening hard plastic insert is supplied with each hose to make it impossible to collapse the tube when the insert is inside it (well maybe with a pair of pliers ;)).
The insert should be pushed into the end of the hose before the hose is pushed into the connector, this then has the same effect as using a stiffer pipe.
We tested the hose up to 15kgf (the unit only requires 3kgf to operate).
Glad you fixed it anyway :)
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Just in case people don't read the other thread...
The hose pops out.
A tube strengthening hard plastic insert is supplied with each hose to make it impossible to collapse the tube when the insert is inside it (well maybe with a pair of pliers ;)).
Never spotted that in the bag to be honest........
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i saw the small white stiffner, but never cought on what it was for, i never used it, but anyway the hose is holding fine to the trigger,