The Mighty Jim Pemberton @ MFE

[Mikey P]

Jim Pemberton, the world's most authoritative figure in the world of fine fabric restoration, will lead two sessions for the Mikey's Fest and Experience attendees. Along with Scott Warrington, Jim will report the findings from MB exclusive testings on solvent based carpet protectors being done early this year at Professional Testing Labs. Find out how two brands of protector (Bridgepoint and Dynachem) performed on unprotected carpet samples. Want to see scientific proof that carpet protectors really work so you and your employees can sell protector with a clear conscience? plan on attending this session. Protector sales and application techniques will also be discussed.
Jim, along with Satan, will also be outside during the trade show hours to lead a hands on session where you'll be able to test all the latest wands, rotary extractors and upholstery tools on protected and un-protected soiled carpet and upholstery.

 

[Jim Pemberton]

When you use unearned superlatives like "mighty" Mike, it reminds me of a stock answer I give when I get overly complimentary introductions:

"Thank you. My father would have enjoyed hearing that introduction. My mother would have believed it"

Its going to be a pleasure presenting there and joining friends I've not able to see face to face for several years.

 

[Mikey P]

Just keep your distance from Saiger, I doubt your aging liver can handle his brand of joyful exuberance.

 

[Desk Jockey]

Jeepers!

 

[Jim Pemberton]

My growing up in a dry cleaning plant means that carbon tetrachloride and perchloroethylene have already conspired with a variety of glycol ethers to do all they could to my liver already.

 

[PrimaDonna]

Any protectors with "nano technology" (those that tout being permanent or semi-permanent) going to be part of this experiment? (MicroSeal, Fiber ProTector, Ultra Guard). I'd be very interested to hear some viewpoints on using these on fine fabircs.

 

[hogjowl]

Dang, only one complimentary post and Meg's already trying to change the subject!

 

[Jim Pemberton]

I prefer the distraction Marty.

Meg, the companies promoting this technology were invited but did not respond to the invitation to participate.

 

[Mikey P]

sell the sizzle indeed.

 

[PrimaDonna]

Hmmmm. I just spoke with John at Fiber Protector today. Told him about the combo MF and Experience and it's not o be missed. He pulled it up on his computer while we were talking. Ended with him saying he'll look into it and it's a possibility.

Maybe Mikey needs to reach out to him???

 

[PrimaDonna]

I'm very much looking forward to your presentation too, Jim.

 

[Mark Saiger]

My growing up in a dry cleaning plant means that carbon tetrachloride and perchloroethylene have already conspired with a variety of glycol ethers to do all they could to my liver already.

First round on me then

 

[Jim Pemberton]

Thanks Mark! One round only though....I'm there to work lol.

One thing I'd like to do is put the latest upholstery tools through some tests that should be judged by independent cleaners, not me or any other distributor or manufacturer.

What things would you MB folks want to see done there to properly assess an upholstery tool? And which tools would you like to see tested?

 

[Desk Jockey]

At MF 10 we had the Drimaster, the Shear Dry & the Sapphire tool to try out using the TM's in the Pavilion area.

Since that time CFR, the Mytee have came out with their offerings. It would be great to have all of them to handle and try out on a few pieces of upholstery.

 

[Jim Pemberton]

I have some ideas of my own, but I'd like the gang here to come up with theirs first.

 

[Bryan S. Bennett]

Glad to have you there Jim and the guys will be excited too! Your our #1 backyard supplier and training center for IICRC, Free Fridays, and Pemberton Winterfest!