New SoftWash Systems Pole Gun - Certified SoftWash Roof Cleaning

AC Lockyer · Administrator

New SoftWash Systems Pole Gun

John Smith · Lead Tech Certified

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Dan Signor · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

I just bought the Unger nLite Hybrid and will be ordering this nifty little kit tomorrow. This will cut down time and eliminate a good deal of risk. My guys love the idea of not climbing ladders. And hey we can do windows too.

Eric Hemming · SoftWash Systems Authorized Professional

Just put a order in for one. Looks like a great tool to have.

Zach Maynard · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

Overspray is the same as any SoftWash nozzle, except it is less due to only having to be about 4 feet away from the surface your aiming at. When normally you may be 20 or 30 feet away. This will be better in windy situations.

-- Edited by Zach Maynard on Thursday 18th of July 2013 09:18:43 PM

Zach Maynard · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

This tool is awesome and definitely will cut back risk and insurance costs.

Micheal Pumphrey · Junior Member

I'm curious about drift and over spray when using this

Chris Wegner · Junior Member

ordered my Unger Nlite pole yesterday....cant wait to play with it!

John Finch · Freshmen Member

That's Cool!!!!

Jeff Thompson · Junior Member

AC Lockyer wrote:
SoftWash Systems is pleased to announce that we have created a solid option for softwashing professionals for cleaning roofs from the ground.
Here are some videos of the poles in use.
http://youtu.be/EbYoiWFNf5c
http://youtu.be/pJnAyZENm74
SoftWash Systems Pole Gun
Now you can clean most any roof from the ground or from a ladder. Using extension pole technology SoftWash Systems has engineered this gun to mount to the top of poles with a standard US brush / roller thread. (US to European thread converter sold separately for water fed poles) This gun is equipped with 70 feet of 3/8 clear braid hose. Atop the gun is a female ¼ quick connect for using ag style spray tips. At the end of the hose is a male ¼ quick connect for attaching to your standard softwashing gun.
Clean any roof, shingle, tile, shake, metal and more while on the ground so you can keep your employees safe and your insurance costs down. Clean building exteriors as high as 10 stories with ease and without lifts or expensive cranes. Couple this SoftWash Systems Pole Gun with some of the high tech carbon or hybrid carbon / fiberglass water fed pole cleaning systems to reduce weight and stress while cleaning.
The 70’ hose allows a spotter to stand behind the applicator and coach the applicator while controlling the flow of chemical.
Recommended parts to also buy are, Water Fed Pole Y – Adaptors, Adjustable Knuckles, US to European Thread Converter.

$149.00

At the end of the second video where Roof Rescue is washing the church roof. is it possible to find out how long is that rod, what is the brand name and where could I get one?

Jeff Thompson · Junior Member

Answered my own question. A 50' carbon pole goes for around $2000.00, give or take depending on where you look.

Not ever having an opportunity to use one I question the rigidity of the pole for roof washing. Obviously when using the pole you would stand closer to a building with say a 12 pitch and farther away with a building having a 4 pitch roof in order to get a better angle for applying the SH, plus a better view when doing the application. My concern would be when working on a roof with a 4 pitch the pole being in a more horizontal state, may be prone to bending and possible snapping....after all, these poles were made for window washing where you are basically using it in a more vertical state.

The cost of the pole can be justified knowing it will be paid off in a few cleanings, plus the safety benefits of being able to do a lot more from the ground, but if they start snapping it starts getting expensive.

Would like to hear from you guys using these poles the pros and cons. I like the idea and am willing to invest if these poles can really handle being used in a more horizontal state.

Chris Wegner · Junior Member

Jeff this is the Unger website for the HiFlo nlite poles (http://www.ungerglobal.com/nlite/en/) which will tell you all about each pole that is offered. I purchased my nlite pole because of the weight factor....I converted a 24' fiberglass pressure washing wand to soft wash with. That pole is 16lbs and it bends, flexes and wobbles when fully extended. The nlite series weight starts at 3.3lbs at 22' (HiMod Carbon Master Pole...other models vary in weight) and goes up from there depending on how many extensions you add. Hope this is helpful....

Micheal Pumphrey · Junior Member

Jeff Thompson wrote:
Answered my own question. A 50' carbon pole goes for around $2000.00, give or take depending on where you look.

Not ever having an opportunity to use one I question the rigidity of the pole for roof washing. Obviously when using the pole you would stand closer to a building with say a 12 pitch and farther away with a building having a 4 pitch roof in order to get a better angle for applying the SH, plus a better view when doing the application. My concern would be when working on a roof with a 4 pitch the pole being in a more horizontal state, may be prone to bending and possible snapping....after all, these poles were made for window washing where you are basically using it in a more vertical state.

The cost of the pole can be justified knowing it will be paid off in a few cleanings, plus the safety benefits of being able to do a lot more from the ground, but if they start snapping it starts getting expensive.

Would like to hear from you guys using these poles the pros and cons. I like the idea and am willing to invest if these poles can really handle being used in a more horizontal state.

I'm having the same issues as you. I know the pole pictured is about $500, It's an Uk pole. I guess I'm in the minority that don't mind walking on the roof. I work farthest away from my ladder back so I don't have to walk on a wet surface.

I would think sometype of harness would be necessary when using a tall pole

Zach Maynard · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

This pole provides the user with options. It makes those hard to reach spots, not so hard to reach.
A lot of the guys are no longer on the crew, we have employees that run our crews. Having the ability to reduce 90% of the job site risk by taking ladders and walking on roofs out of the equation is awesome.
Even if you are fond of walking on roofs, if you ever have steep roofs it will help out big time on those. Any time I can do a job without using a stream tip is a plus.

Jeff Thompson · Junior Member

I love the idea of working from the ground and not on a ladder. I'm thinking go big and buy the 65'. Weight is only 10lbs. My only hesitation before investing in these poles are whether or not they are rigid enough if I'm working on a house that has a roof with a 4 pitch. Because to get a good angle for cleaning you would need to be farther away from the house, which would take the pole from using it in a more vertical angle like you are washing windows to a more horizontal angle to get over the roof....if that makes sense. Makes sense in my head, not sure if I am articulating it properly.

I know when I used to use my telescopic 24' wand for houses, the more horizontal it was the more unstable it became and actually bent enough one time it would not slide back together again....that is where my thought process is with these poles....will they bend enough to the point of breakage if they are used in a more horizontal state?

Jeff Thompson · Junior Member

Thanks Michael.

I'm not opposed to walking on roofs if they are safe to walk on....but I sure wouldn't mind being able to work from the ground to achieve the same results. I'll look up UK poles see what the deal is. Yeah, I would think a harness would be good to take the fatigue factor away from the arms, back and shoulders.

AC Lockyer · Administrator

Jeff Thompson wrote:
AC Lockyer wrote:
SoftWash Systems is pleased to announce that we have created a solid option for softwashing professionals for cleaning roofs from the ground.
Here are some videos of the poles in use.
http://youtu.be/EbYoiWFNf5c
http://youtu.be/pJnAyZENm74
SoftWash Systems Pole Gun
Now you can clean most any roof from the ground or from a ladder. Using extension pole technology SoftWash Systems has engineered this gun to mount to the top of poles with a standard US brush / roller thread. (US to European thread converter sold separately for water fed poles) This gun is equipped with 70 feet of 3/8 clear braid hose. Atop the gun is a female ¼ quick connect for using ag style spray tips. At the end of the hose is a male ¼ quick connect for attaching to your standard softwashing gun.
Clean any roof, shingle, tile, shake, metal and more while on the ground so you can keep your employees safe and your insurance costs down. Clean building exteriors as high as 10 stories with ease and without lifts or expensive cranes. Couple this SoftWash Systems Pole Gun with some of the high tech carbon or hybrid carbon / fiberglass water fed pole cleaning systems to reduce weight and stress while cleaning.
The 70’ hose allows a spotter to stand behind the applicator and coach the applicator while controlling the flow of chemical.
Recommended parts to also buy are, Water Fed Pole Y – Adaptors, Adjustable Knuckles, US to European Thread Converter.

$149.00
At the end of the second video where Roof Rescue is washing the church roof. is it possible to find out how long is that rod, what is the brand name and where could I get one?i

Jeff,

That was the 27 foot master pole.

AC

Ray Burke · Community Member

Zach Maynard wrote:
This pole provides the user with options. It makes those hard to reach spots, not so hard to reach.
A lot of the guys are no longer on the crew, we have employees that run our crews. Having the ability to reduce 90% of the job site risk by taking ladders and walking on roofs out of the equation is awesome.
Even if you are fond of walking on roofs, if you ever have steep roofs it will help out big time on those. Any time I can do a job without using a stream tip is a plus.

AMEN, Zach!!!!

Jeff Thompson · Junior Member

May be one of those dumb questions....but....these are water fed poles. Are we tapping into the water feed to apply the SH or bypassing it and only using the pole for extension reasons.

Zach Maynard · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

Bypassing it, the attachment that goes on the end of the pole has its own feed line that gets connected to your chemical hose. At that connection there is a shut off so you can control the output to the pole very easily.

Jeff Thompson · Junior Member

Thanks Zach. That's what I thought but just wanted to confirm.

AC Lockyer · Administrator

Jeff Thompson wrote:
May be one of those dumb questions....but....these are water fed poles. Are we tapping into the water feed to apply the SH or bypassing it and only using the pole for extension reasons.

Jeff,

I saw on another board where those who dont have these poles or have never seen them seem to think that they are like telescoping tubes that actually hold water. This is incorrect. They are telescoping but not water tight. There is a small hose that runs through the center of them that you can use for water or chems. Some you can actually put two hoses through them and some one up the inside and one up the outside. No part of the pole actually holds chems or water.

Thanks,

AC

Jeff Thompson · Junior Member

AC Lockyer wrote:
Jeff Thompson wrote:
May be one of those dumb questions....but....these are water fed poles. Are we tapping into the water feed to apply the SH or bypassing it and only using the pole for extension reasons.
Jeff,
I saw on another board where those who dont have these poles or have never seen them seem to think that they are like telescoping tubes that actually hold water. This is incorrect. They are telescoping but not water tight. There is a small hose that runs through the center of them that you can use for water or chems. Some you can actually put two hoses through them and some one up the inside and one up the outside. No part of the pole actually holds chems or water.
Thanks,
AC

Thanks AC. Wasn't thinking they held water, was wondering if we used the water feed to apply the SH. Both you and Zach answered my question.

Another question. I don't want to make a mistake and buy the wrong pole. Is a hybrid (figerglass/carbon) good enough or should I spend the money and buy 100% carbon?

AC Lockyer · Administrator

Jeff Thompson wrote:
AC Lockyer wrote:
Jeff Thompson wrote:
May be one of those dumb questions....but....these are water fed poles. Are we tapping into the water feed to apply the SH or bypassing it and only using the pole for extension reasons.
Jeff,
I saw on another board where those who dont have these poles or have never seen them seem to think that they are like telescoping tubes that actually hold water. This is incorrect. They are telescoping but not water tight. There is a small hose that runs through the center of them that you can use for water or chems. Some you can actually put two hoses through them and some one up the inside and one up the outside. No part of the pole actually holds chems or water.
Thanks,
AC
Thanks AC. Wasn't thinking they held water, was wondering if we used the water feed to apply the SH. Both you and Zach answered my question.
Another question. I don't want to make a mistake and buy the wrong pole. Is a hybrid (figerglass/carbon) good enough or should I spend the money and buy 100% carbon?

JRC has made available to all of our distributors their brand pole called Three Star. It is a very stiff hybrid and works great for an entry pole. My very fav is the Unger N-Lite series. When you are serious and doing allot of pole work that is an awesome pole. However there is a $1,000.00 spread between the poles 25 foot to 25 foot pole.

AC

Alejandro Riojas · Community Member

Got my unger nlite pool last week from dwight at jrc can't wait to use it On monday

Vic Irish · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

AC Lockyer wrote:
Jeff Thompson wrote:
AC Lockyer wrote:
Jeff Thompson wrote:
May be one of those dumb questions....but....these are water fed poles. Are we tapping into the water feed to apply the SH or bypassing it and only using the pole for extension reasons.
Jeff,
I saw on another board where those who dont have these poles or have never seen them seem to think that they are like telescoping tubes that actually hold water. This is incorrect. They are telescoping but not water tight. There is a small hose that runs through the center of them that you can use for water or chems. Some you can actually put two hoses through them and some one up the inside and one up the outside. No part of the pole actually holds chems or water.
Thanks,
AC
Thanks AC. Wasn't thinking they held water, was wondering if we used the water feed to apply the SH. Both you and Zach answered my question.
Another question. I don't want to make a mistake and buy the wrong pole. Is a hybrid (figerglass/carbon) good enough or should I spend the money and buy 100% carbon?
JRC has made available to all of our distributors their brand pole called Three Star. It is a very stiff hybrid and works great for an entry pole. My very fav is the Unger N-Lite series. When you are serious and doing allot of pole work that is an awesome pole. However there is a $1,000.00 spread between the poles 25 foot to 25 foot pole.
AC

3 Star is a hybrid? I know it is basically a Simpole.

I can't wait to get a system going, and use my Simpole carbon fiber.

You won't believe the pole tip gun we invented.

It only weighs .5 lbs (without the hose), but that does include the quick connect and tip.

No pictures because it is not patented, yet. Will work on 3 Star, because we designed it for Simpole.

May be a stinker, but I'll bet it rocks.

May be a long time before I share, though, as I don't have a clue how to patent anything, LOL...

Doug G · Junior Member

Vic Irish wrote:

You won't believe the pole tip gun we invented.
It only weighs .5 lbs (without the hose), but that does include the quick connect and tip.
No pictures because it is not patented, yet. Will work on 3 Star, because we designed it for Simpole.
May be a stinker, but I'll bet it rocks.
May be a long time before I share, though, as I don't have a clue how to patent anything, LOL...

I'll send you a PM

Vic Irish · SoftWash Systems Certified Applicator

Charles Trins wrote:
Vic Irish wrote:

You won't believe the pole tip gun we invented.
It only weighs .5 lbs (without the hose), but that does include the quick connect and tip.
No pictures because it is not patented, yet. Will work on 3 Star, because we designed it for Simpole.
May be a stinker, but I'll bet it rocks.
May be a long time before I share, though, as I don't have a clue how to patent anything, LOL...

I'll send you a PM

That was great information, and I thank you, Charles!

Love the provisional patent idea. Will share with the inventer...

If it doesn't work, I will be the first to acknowledge ;)

I would have shared it in Orlando, but was asked not to.

Will have it at the Portland Revolution, though ;)

Well... maybe... LOL

"You gotta know when to hold 'em

Know when to fold 'em

Know when to walk away

and when to make a stand."

Great pic, Charles!