Tool Upgrades!

As mentioned in the previous post, all of Westpak's 4-jet wands have been upgraded. This comes at no additional cost! In addition to the standard features of these wands, they are also getting these upgrades:

• Soft-Touch Stainless Steel Valve
• Stainless Steel Jets
• Inline Filter

With these upgrades your wand will preform better and last longer! Remember to keep your eye out for more benefits coming your way!

The New Year!

The January Westpak Tell-Tale
by Craig Tyler

For most people, last year was a challenge to their business. if you don't fal in that category you should be sharing your secrets with the rest of us! But with the New Year here we have new opportunities available. Take some time to reflect on last year and then what you want to accomplish this year. Write down some goals for all areas of your life and stick to them.

One of Westpak's goals for 2010 is to improve our customer relationship and service. As part of this goal we will continue to provide our customers high quality products at the same low cost. We also have been working on some innovative products which will expand and improve the product line available to you.

Starting off this year we have introduced the Distributor Nationwide Free Shipping program. In addition to this program, all 4 jet wands have been upgraded with Stainless Steel jets, a Stainless Steel valve, and an inline filter without an increase to the cost! This is just the start of the incentives that are coming in this year. Keep your eyes open because big things are happening this year.

Upgrading Your Tools

The December Westpak Tell-Tale
by Craig Tyler

Wand Upgrades: Glides. There are a few reasons to add a glide to your wand. First, if the material is Teflon then it's generally easier to clean with the wand. Easier meaning the Teflon glides over the carpet freely and easily with less restriction then stainless steel lips or glides. This will also help a carpet cleaner to have less stress and strain in his arm, shoulder, and back which will allow him or her to work more efficiently throughout the day.

The second reason is that the glide is designed to enhance the cleaning capabilities of the wand. This is done by creating enough air flow through the glide that it will maximize the power of the vacuum motor with the wand.

Now both of these reasons may be up for debate and glides have also been made from other materials. Feel free to share your thoughts about glides.

Wand Upgrades: Nozzle Extenders.

When you put a glide on a wand it raises the nozzles from the carpet. The solution to this is putting 1/2inch or 1inch nozzle extenders between the nozzle and the manifold. If you have 1/4inch nozzles you'll need to change from a standard vjet nozzle to a tjet nozzle. The Westpak Nozzle extenders come with a filter and an option check valve. As discussed in the filter post in November, this will help keep your nozzles free of clogging. Just remember, for every inch your nozzles are above the carpet you're losing 10°. So if you're looking at getting higher heat to the carpet, a nozzle extender may be the solution.

December Specials

Westpak Bakers Dozen Sale. Buy 12 of any item and get the 13th item free. The 13th item must be equal or lesser value of the highest priced item of the 12 purchased. (example: When you purchase 11 items at $20 and 1 item at $40, the 13th and free item can be $40 or less.) Quantities limited to in stock items.

Free Shipping. Retail orders over $99 will get free shipping and Distributor orders over $1185 get free shipping. (For international orders, please contact the Westpak office for details.)

Free Valve. If you took the survey don't forget to get your free valve, the offer expires at the end of December.

For details visit the specials page or contact the Westpak office.

Upgrading Your Tools

The November Westpak Tell-Tale
by Craig Tyler

Preventive Measures: Filters. Got dirty or worn nozzles? If it's been awhile since you've replaced your nozzles you may want to consider replacing them. To clean them simply use a wooden toothpick and get that gunk out. If it's a serious issue you may need to take the nozzle off and clean it. Never use another metal when cleaning your nozzles because they will typically damage the spray pattern and then you need to replace a nozzle.

So now you have clean nozzles in your tools. An easy way to keep them clean is to install an inline filter. These typically go in before the valve on your wand or tool and after the quick connect. The mesh filter will protect not only your nozzles but also your valve and solution lines from dirt and grit. It won't stop everything from getting into your system, but it will stop the majority of it. This will help you spend less time fixing your tools and more time on the job making money.

Don't forget to inspect your tools regularly for any items that may need maintenance. A careful eye will help prevent incidences occurring on the job.