Russ T.
Supportive Member
Disregard, I think it's got one of those dial regulators so it might be tough to say...
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Desk Jockey
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ruff
Member
I hope so Bill, as you were one of the people I listened to when I decided to buy.
Put it to test today on an empty 1000 s.f. place. I haven't got it all down as far as efficiency goes, yet. However,it cleaned better than a regular wand even without pre-spray and it definitely got dry a lot faster.
I still did the dry passes as I am used to (old habits die hard) and actually got a lot of extra water extracted that way. I'll need more time to learn it, as it still feels a little cumbersome. Edging and occasional passes with the wand still needed, but for first time use I was very impressed.
P.S. Eric, the little spring loaded water valve lock, keeps on locking it in the on (spray water) position. Any way of locking it so that it does not do it?
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Desk Jockey
Member
That sounds promising! Hopefully thats a good buy for you.
Not that you're not picky or anything but keep me updated on your thoughts as you use it. I'd also like to hear how it does on glue down.
Erik sure is builds them nice and solid.
Not that you're not picky or anything but keep me updated on your thoughts as you use it. I'd also like to hear how it does on glue down.
Erik sure is builds them nice and solid.
Bill Soukoreff
Member
I find efficiency in residential is not as dramatic as on commercial with the Zipper, but you clean deeper and with with faster dry times for way less effort, which is important for me as an owner op. I rarely dry pass with the Zipper. If it is a light clean, I turn down the pressure to 300 and trigger only on the forward stroke and pull straight back, thus you get in two dry strokes with no extra time or effort. Remember one dry pass is really two on the Zipper. This will leave those carpets dry to touch in 30 minutes. Same deal on wool area rugs. On moderate to severe, I crank it up and blast the carpets with the trigger on all the time.
The valve lock you just pull it out while the trigger is pulled and turn it a half turn so it does not go in the channel cut. Then it is manual trigger mode. It is a very simple mechanism. Look under neath and see what it is doing. One you understand how it works, you quickly figure out how to use it. Any questions on the Zipper, a quick call to Eric is all that is needed. Some things are easier explained on talking. He is super responsive.
Russ T.
Supportive Member
Can you essentially clean your way IN to a commercial facility rather than OUT with the Zipper? This might help with hose management and efficiency. Less setting a wand down and dragging hose? It might be cool to clean in, to the farthest point, then disconnect everything and roll your hoses up. Maybe I'm missing something?
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Dolly Llama
Number 5
that upl tool looks "cool"...that's appealing about it
But it'll look like chit after a year or so of crew use nicks and scratches .
maybe a boutique single owner/op that's fastidious might keep it nice longer, but on a "working truck" it won't be so "cool looking" for very long
..L.T.A.
But it'll look like chit after a year or so of crew use nicks and scratches .
maybe a boutique single owner/op that's fastidious might keep it nice longer, but on a "working truck" it won't be so "cool looking" for very long
..L.T.A.
dgardner
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Eric, your Zipper banner ad still shows the original handle, you need a new pic that shows the new ones too.
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John Olson
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That's expected why it would be a replaceable part just like the windows on upholstery tools. The SS tool isn't for BDCC they don't buy them anyway so it won't matter what their opinion is since they wouldn't ever buy one anyway. And before anyone else decides to throw out negative opinions on something that isn't even for sale remember
this is only a request for those that would be wiling to beta test something and it might not even happen if it doesn't work.
Thanks, I had a great time at Mikey's Fest. There were a lot of very knowledgeable carpet cleaners at the event. I appreciate all of the feedback that was given from everyone. It was great to have so much input in one place. All of the speakers did a great job sharing very useful information that I'm sure will help a lot of board members with their business. Also, it was very generous of CU and Damian to help me get around town. Thanks everyone, look forward to next year!
Dan- As soon as I get the handles into production, I will post some photos.
Bill- Thanks for all of your help answering questions about the Zipper. Your help is greatly appreciated. As far as the new handle, as soon as I get them into production, they will be available for purchase. I have a very special price for you!
Dan- As soon as I get the handles into production, I will post some photos.
Bill- Thanks for all of your help answering questions about the Zipper. Your help is greatly appreciated. As far as the new handle, as soon as I get them into production, they will be available for purchase. I have a very special price for you!
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JS41035
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John Olson" data-source="post: 4274072" class="bbCodeBlock bbCodeBlock--expandable bbCodeBlock--quote js-expandWatch">Well said.
Beta testing by cleaners BEFORE they sell them? We've been begging for that. Make it easy on them. If it doesn't work, out be grateful that the didn't just slap it together and charge full price. At this point I'm sure they have a TON in R&D expense . I'm sure they are anxious to get some of that money back. Waiting and working the bugs out. That sets companies apart. A lot of fantastic ideas were released just a little bit too soon.
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Dolly Llama
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John Olson" data-source="post: 4274072" class="bbCodeBlock bbCodeBlock--expandable bbCodeBlock--quote js-expandWatch">
I donno, I'm a BD and I have one
Do you know what that clear plastic would look like after a few thousand theater seats?
Or mopst com "production" work
I have a pretty good idea
are you taking pain meds for your back?
suffering from jet lag?
or just need some rest?
cause This isn't your beta testing SALES thread
Now, should I turn around so you can KMA??
or what...
.L.T.A.
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Desk Jockey
Member
LOL
ruff
Member
John,...........
....This isn't your beta testing SALES thread
Now, should I turn around so you can KMA??
or what...
It's a very generous offer.
Though, if I were you, I would consider declining.
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ruff
Member
That's definitely worth trying. I know that's what some of the rotary people do.
I will Richard. However, I hardly do any commercial.
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EDIC
Member
What did you like?
I love this...
No it's not for sale or an option...Yet. I have the one and only Clear Uph Pro. Give me six months to see how it holds up and it just may be available cause its way bitchen to use. Customers will love it.
The EDIC 500 hooked to a zipper did a far better than expected job at recovery. Two gallons out and look what we recovered..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdErA_RwJB0
The new and improved Zipper was a huge hit as well..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzDX2nT97Pc
Mikey,
Glad to see these results. Looks like you had a great show!
Desk Jockey
Member
That blue speckle color is pretty sharp looking. 
Mikey P
Administrator
We cleaned some filthy arm covers in a bucket yesterday. The water turned to mud. Using the clear SS tool to empty the bucket we were surprised that the brown couldn't be seen...just bubbles. Maybe with a lesser machine the water would move slower and show the color more?
Desk Jockey
Member
Doubtful. Tint that baby blue and forget about seeing the soil being removed.
ruff
Member
No need to tint it blue. Just clean a denim.
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Spurlington
Member
I've used a lot of portables in my day and I've never had a portable recover as much water as the Galaxy .. I love it so much I bought another .. my 1st went 7yrs without a problem and when it did, it cost me less than $50 ..
That blue speckle color is pretty sharp looking.
The blue and grey granite look hides the dirt pretty good since I don't shine my machine ..
The clear uph tool is awesome looking .. but if you're gonna buy it to see dirty water, you might wanna test it first cause I don't think you will .. I'd like a chrome looking casing .. now that'd be cool .. the dirt terminator
Spurlington
Member
See through waste tank
How about a see through portable .. how cool would that be !!
How about a see through portable .. how cool would that be !!
Lee Stockwell
FOJL
That was done several times in the '80s.
Spurlington
Member
I'd love to see pics .. I didn't even know what carpet cleaning was until 86 - besides my mom with the dual brush rotating shampooer .. I think she even laid brown paper down
J
JS41035
Guest
Thankfully most of the stuff Dad did in the '80s wasn't photographed. Just imagine Green vans Bane machines. Lots of Irish children.
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Desk Jockey
Member
LOL I've seen the green vans with a red head kid on the side of a van too! 
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JS41035
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Imagine being a pasty white freckled pudgy kid in grade school. Then put that on a booger green van. I'm glad I had angry Redheaded brothers.
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Desk Jockey
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LOL You're too much!
My ex-wife was a red head......I now see why red is associated with DANGER.
My ex-wife was a red head......I now see why red is associated with DANGER.
