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Steven Greaves

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Start Up WFP Van Systems
« on: May 26, 2015, 06:32:33 pm »
Hello all
I am new, or will soon be new to the world of WFP cleaning. In January I am taking over a business with a high tech 2 man system. But as I need something to supplement my carpet cleaning (struggling) income in the mean time, I wondered if anyone out there can suggest   -   What would be a van mounted kit that I could use for 7-8 months, and then not lose a fortune on, when I need to sell it on again?
I would probably need, at a guess 300l -400l maximum on the van (Transit van), and maybe, depending on the WFP type - a IBU and filtration kit in my garage? I think without the kit in the garage, the system may be much more resin thirsty??? But not sure really what kit to look for, or totally what I am talking about!
Any one with second hand good condition stuff out there that fits the bill?? that would be a bonus
Otherwise any suggestions to a newbie would be very appreciated
Thank You All :)
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Cookie

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Re: Start Up WFP Van Systems
« Reply #1 on: May 26, 2015, 08:10:30 pm »
You'll need to find out what the TDS level is in your area (ie: whether you live in a soft or hard water area).  If you're lucky enough to live in a soft water area (ie: TDS below about 80ppm) you won't need to bother with an IBU, you'll just need a resin vessel or two.

If you're getting a van mount in a few months why don't you just go for a trolley (Pure Freedom or similar) & some 25L barrels. You'll probably find the trolley useful even when you  have a van mount.
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Rob@Blast off

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Re: Start Up WFP Van Systems
« Reply #2 on: May 26, 2015, 09:05:00 pm »
Why spent thousands on a system that at the end of the day use's a small 12v pump to pump water to a brush.
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Steven Greaves

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Re: Start Up WFP Van Systems
« Reply #3 on: May 26, 2015, 09:27:30 pm »
Hello
Thanks for replying. My water hardness is apparently 74.7mg/l calcium . I just think it looks a lot more professional, and obviously carries  more water. I know they can cost thousands, but I am also seeing some complete van kits, new at around 1k, which is a lot better than several. I do want a van set up, just picky about the impression it gives I guess
Steve
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Rob@Blast off

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Re: Start Up WFP Van Systems
« Reply #4 on: May 26, 2015, 09:33:02 pm »
It's the Tds you need to know, I tend to keep my doors shut so the local smack heads don't run off with my stuff and never had a customer ask to look at my system
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Steven Greaves

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Re: Start Up WFP Van Systems
« Reply #5 on: May 26, 2015, 09:47:16 pm »
Thanks
I will try to find my TDS meter?
Cheers
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