Clean It Up
UK Window Cleaning Forum => Window Cleaning Forum => Topic started by: Mo on November 22, 2007, 08:03:58 pm
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Hi Guys
I'm Looking for a 60ft pole ???
any advice or recomendations on which one ::)
Many thanks
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I just posted this for somebody else
Gary Evans, the Gardiner 60ft Super-lite weighs only 2.58 kg, that less than my 25ft Brodex!!!!! I have a 50ft Super-lite 2 and its not a problem at that height, my disabled mum could hold it up without it being leaned against a building!!!!! not as scary as a Brodex/Ionics Carbon 60ft, I thibk they weigh around 5/6kg!!!! Luke
get it here
http://www.gardinerpolesystems.co.uk/acatalog/Super-Lite_Poles.html
be sure to look at the pictures and endurance videos! Luke
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Thanks Luke
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Cheers Luke
Sort out with Alex later.
Gary
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Hi Mo, heres a link to a UK made modular- http://www.emporiumpoles.co.uk
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Gary , you wont be dissaponted the Super-lite from Gardiners is an amazing pole, Luke
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Anyone with an open mind tried both ?
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S2-Emporium i`ve got both.
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Well - it looks like it has to be you ! 8)
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What do you think of the Emporium NWH? Luke
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Anyone with an open mind tried both ?
still waiting to be sent one, I would give an honest reply to this.
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Me and Jeff got the two together and they seem similar but we didnt come to any conclusions because we didnt have any tall building to test them, Luke
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Me and Jeff got the two together and they seem similar but we didnt come to any conclusions because we didnt have any tall building to test them, Luke
so pointless then to the rest of us
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!!!!yes I suppose, but its better than anything else anybody else has!! untill somebody can give them a working comparison, Luke
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!!!!yes I suppose, but its better than anything else anybody else has!! untill somebody can give them a working comparison, Luke
was taken the wrong way luke, didnt mean anything by it ;)
|Maybe Alex will send me a pole to test for him, you never know.
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No I thought your comment was funny not offensive!!! Luke
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Have you orderd a Super-lite 2 Gary? Luke
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:) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
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all id say is dont go for a telescopic at that height.
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I am going to be looking for a pole for that size very soon. Obviously I read with interest whats posted about the supoerlite and was also disappointed to see it not tested in the PWC mag. I am swayed towards it but wouldnt mind seeing one in action. Stuart from skypole has a new pole too which is telescopic and supposed to be the "mutz nutz" but he has difficulty responding! ;)
Obviously it is quite a hefty investment and I want to get it right.
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I might be able to get a video of the super-lite in use soon, Luke
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What pole at height:
Ionics ergolite is the most rigid telescopic for gusty conditions but heav-ish and wide diameter.
Facelift is about the same as the Xtel hybrid pole for rigidity, both telescopic, lighter than an Ionics ergolite (although not as rigid in comparison) and smaller diameter. The facelift has a smaller diameter than the hybrid but is in 6ft lengths instead of 4ft 6 to 5ft.
Tucker has the smallest pole diameter along with Facelift, telescopic, heavier and bends in the middle of the pole but isn't too whippy.
Unger Carbon Tec Hi-Flow is the heaviest of the modular poles. Build quality is it's best selling point but practicality this is only ideal up to 30feet max as it's too heavy but more importantly it handles like a snake and pole connections are likely to undo at height with the snake movement whilst cleaning.
Supalite mk 1 is the lightest of all these poles mentioned above by a big comparison, it's modular and not suitable for working in confined spaces because of awkward heights to be reached and becauses on a windy day is difficult to control the top (Brush head) of the pole because of it's lightness.
In summary:
Best telescopic at height: Ionic ergolite or possibly Facelift
Best modular: 'Supalight'
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Emporium with the first 4 sections wrapped is a Maver on steroids.
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How are you finding the Emporium NWH? Luke
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It`s what i wanted it`s exactly the same as the original Maver only stronger,it will go straight into the carbon insert gooseneck but you still have the advantage of having the plastic taper thread that goes over the end for the plastic gooseneck if wanted.With the plastic tube that goes over end of the top section the fit is tight therefore no spinning of the brush if you want to use this attachment but i prefer to use the old carbon insert gooseneck myself,don`t forget this pole is mainly carbon not fiberglass mix therefore it is very very light even with the first 4 sections wrapped,and having them wrapped makes the pole even stronger.
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I've hed it but not used it to clean windows, Luke
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iv used a unger at 60ft not heavy at all but has said abit like a snake.
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ionic every time
no one comes close above 36 foot
jerry
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We use Ionic ergolite. Very durable pole. And the lightest telescopic pole.
If you are employing I would be wary of modulars. They are easily broken.
Must confess, I am thinking of getting a modular anyway as I am very curious about the lightness. I won't be giving it to the lads though as it will last 1 day in their hands IMO
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Dont buy one Steve or you will get hooked 8) (fishing gedit :))
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Tony, you can email me @:
newskypolebrochure@fsmail.net
to arrange to see one of our new skypoles
Regards, Stuart
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Stuart I will email you. I did however drop a card through your door on 15th. You had a queue of people waiting for you already so I didnt hang around. You just didnt call. I will send email over tonight.
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why would you want a 60" (5 ft ) pole ???
Terry HIGHWASH
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Once you get used to any pole you are happy with it.
I'm sick of people telling us which pole is best, every one to their own though.
Luke , shut it about the sl2 I've heard enough, I'm sure Im not on my my own saying this
When I got my new pole I went for a pull and kept it to myself, I didn't broadcast it to the world.
Chris :P
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Thank you every one