WHICH SQUEEGEE SHOULD YOU GET?

[@lawrenceclouser7105]

I have appreciated your videos. You are a very good teacher. I am carrying an Unger 14" ergotech for doors on my route. In 1980 I was given a brass Ettore set and have tried most of them as they hit the market. I am currently using the Pulex uni handle channels. I don't like the handle. This channel is compatible with the excelerator hanndlles. Strong and light. It also works well with a Pulex standard swivel handle. Use a clip with that. This channel is the pulex black beauty channel repurposed for those who remember it. Good job and best wishes.

[@bt55-123]

you explain so clear, detailed and perfect: you are for me the best teacher!! Thanks for all your videos!

[@TradMan]

Thank you very kindly! Really glad the videos are useful for you 😊

[@LordNeillWyatt]

I put moerman on a poll today first time in swivel mode so quick and detail perfect thanks buddy

[@TradMan]

Awesome 👌🏻

[@chad4482]

Very well correct, 20yr vet speaking. The angle does matter, but only vets know that! Ninja setup works for most. Noobs are best learnt on that setup! Expect to buy a lot of rubber! It’s a learning curve

[@kimkhler5363]

Nice and fine demostration of skvitses👍

[@slagsleutel]

Detailing leaves streaks for me. Always a dry cloth or can it be a little damp.

[@OBEEGAINZ]

As an old school trad we all know detailing gives and is the the best possible finish period standard Unger works perfectly…. 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@TradMan]

What ever works for you 😉

[@boomcrypto8347]

I went straight up ninja. All my washers and squeeges. Belt bucket. Padded belt. Love the whole rig. I want to try the green rubber. Thanks Mate.

[@TradMan]

The rubber is brilliant 😊

[@theundefeatedlife5011]

I have heard Moermam gear called a toy... I agree! awesome toy that makes my job easier and more enjoyable...

[@macgyverbryan1377]

It's plastic yes, that has 5 modes! Light, fast, and nimble that leaves no detailing. Do that with a ledger!

[@jamesgrey8093]

I love the green rubber it works great.

[@macgyverbryan1377]

Agreed! The quality reflects the cost. Good quality tools usually have a higher cost

[@malcolmbrown5331]

I started using a 14” Excelerator with a Fliq this season and I am loving it, especially the -20 to 40 degrees options. I also like that the pad has more moisture retention than my Wagtail High Flyer.

[@TradMan]

Absolutely 💯👌🏻

[@princepeace6776]

What boab are you using?

[@malcolmbrown5331]

@@princepeace6776 Samurai by Aztec. I have been using it for several years.

[@princepeace6776]

@@malcolmbrown5331 thanks

[@kenethcarmohn3722]

Love the Moreman 🔥🔥🔥

[@funsimulator7246]

Wagtail Hi-Flyer for almost everything. Leaves almost no detailing to be done. And it's so fast for storefronts

[@roamingwithrej]

I wish you were my teacher when I was at school! You smashed this tutorial 👏🏽

[@TradMan]

Thanks buddy! If you ever want further training, hit me up at tradmanacademy.com 😉🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@roamingwithrej]

@@TradMan thank you sir much appreciated!! I actually received my premium starter kit on Thursday! I used it today - still need to practice the technique but otherwise it’s sooo good!! Just need a ladder now 😄

[@bnoster]

Have all three but always using moerman. It is really make work faster and more relaxed, as you don’t need to use a microfiber on every detail

[@markspicer161]

Good video again Trad-Man 👍I only use the unger ninja and the moerman liquidator now nothing else comes close !!!

[@boomcrypto8347]

Ninja is the best for me too.

[@TradMan]

Good choices 👌🏻

[@ItCantRainForever2]

Thanks for explanation

[@HaviccB]

Sorbo Ultra 45 on a moerman excelerator 2.0 ..chefs kiss

[@peterjohnson1040]

Hope you are well Peter.

[@TradMan]

Thanks bud 👍🏻

[@andrewkendall7814]

If you are going to have to wipe the frame dry anyway, does it really matter if the edge of the glass is wet? I mean, is it not possible to wipe frame and 'detail' the glass at the same time?

[@aranha9365]

When you have a lot of windows to do, that simple extra task can add loads of work, it is like climb a mountain, every gram on your gear that you can shave off, you should. I have tendinites on my wrist due this detailing, so yep, It does make difference in the long run.

[@TradMan]

Yes you can do that of course but detailing glass leaves the potential for smears. Using a zero detailing tool ensures the glass is perfect without the need to wipe it, leaving only the frames to dry off. 😁👍🏻 TM

[@seanosullivan6965]

I'm just starting out and Iv gone for the s channel, I must admit it works for what I need it to do glad I whent with it now, seeing this video kinda helped glad I didn't go with the other ones as of yet "start basic" and "learn and build form that" 👍😁

[@Kp41161]

Hello Peter I’ve copied your trad set up for years and I’m very glad I have done so when you have mastered the moerman equipment your quality of workmanship is second to none I often get very good feed back from my customers I only use the unger rubber now so I have a plastic expandable box full of un used Ettore master soft keep up the the good work with the vids you are an ambassador to the profession

[@TradMan]

Thanks very kindly buddy! I'm very happy the videos are useful for you. Keep on squeegee slinging 😎😉

[@Kp41161]

@The narrow path I agree but only someone who is over critical would comment on such a thing, perhaps you have too much time on your hands?!!!!

[@TradMan]

I would tend to agree 🤔

[@Kp41161]

@@TradMan you try to help people and they criticise you thanks Peter once again speak soon

[@kevinwinskill3179]

What’s your view on the supermarket window pole with the glass soap cloth and blade attached to it together. I have been tempted to buy one but I don’t think it will do the same job and finish as your normal separate ones?

[@TradMan]

Professional tools will always leave a better result than supermarket window cleaning products. You get what you pay for in this scenario. Depends though if you intend it for Professional use or home use.

[@macgyverbryan1377]

For residential I use a 10 inch with the Fliq pad. Larger windows an 18" is used. The 10 is a 10! I call it Tennessee, it's a ten I see! Also likes 10° .

[@squeakycleandave1]

Fantastic informative video. Thanks Pete 👍

[@TradMan]

😉🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@graemehibbard7281]

Hi Tradman. Have you done a review on the Moerman Liquidator 3.0 channel yet? I'm still using the 2.0 Liquidator channels and the rubber slops and slides around in the channel etc. How much of an improvement is the 3.0 end clips etc? I like using the Moerman Soft rubber too.

[@TradMan]

Hey, it's only just become available at WCW so I've ordered them. Some places in the world seem to have had it for a while but just appeared here. I will be doing a video. Should get them today actually. I don't have issues with movement but I have unger green squeegee clips inserted in the ends to help.

[@abner0404]

So I have a mop and squeegee I got ettore from Lowe’s at home was great went to subway and it catches and my surface is ok but not my liking. Should I just buy a different brand

[@TradMan]

Unger tools are fantastic, try them

[@Aztyn.biz.]

Just bought the Moerman liquidator 2.0 its the craziest squeegee i have use he is 100 percent correct leaves pretty much zero detailing

[@TradMan]

😊

[@ranilloparejas5051]

hello sir wat brand and model ur squeegee the third one.

[@TradMan]

The blue one is the moerman excelerator handle with moerman Liquidator channel

[@mathvidal31]

all here i no like, i use IPC PULEX UNIHANDLE with bar waigtail and i curve angle for me is just perfect

[@nirvfps]

Is it possible to attach a moerman channel to a unger ninja handle?

[@TradMan]

Unfortunately not I'm afraid

[@chrisoakleyfx]

I'm finding it very beneficial to learn and develop my technique with a traditional straight channel, but man does the Liquidator make it a breeze once you switch to it! Talking of detailing, Craig at Ionic was teaching us to squeegee with zero detailing using a traditional channel (i.e not a liquidator). He told us that the 'finger in the cloth' method as I call it should be avoided... the Liquidator solves this, but it was interesting to be taught how to do it with *any* squeegee. Need a lot more practice though!

[@chrisoakleyfx]

He also despises the fliq pad 😂 but he did make special mention of you Trad! Not by name, but I knew who the "Scottish fella" he was referring to is 😉 love your videos mate, learning lots

[@TradMan]

😊👍🏻👍🏻

[@WoWProductions12]

What BOAB would you use for the Moerman squeegee?

[@TradMan]

I use a samurai version 2 boab but the moerman boabs work ok.

[@danielreid735]

Love the moerman im using unger red in it ...is there much difference in unger red and green??

[@TradMan]

Did you mean razor red? They are quite similar but I've found green to perform better

[@danielreid735]

@@TradMan yes mate next order will try the green cheers

[@TradMan]

😊👌🏻

[@MichaelBrianInc]

Is the Moerman good for beginners? Love that it’s a precision type of squeegee. Anything to be more efficient without sacrificing quality is a go for me.

[@TradMan]

Yes it's actually people who have used other tools for years that find the precision tool hard to master. If you use it from the start, the way I have demonstrated you'll be flying 😊👍🏻

[@MichaelBrianInc]

@@TradMan Awesome and that’s what I thought. Beginners haven’t developed muscle memory or habits with tools yet so if starting with this I can imagine it wouldn’t be as challenging. This tool honestly just makes sense. Between the degree changes and not having to be so concerned with detailing it’s a win win. I also love your soap method. It doesn’t make windows look sloppy, the soap is always going to be consistent and you don’t have to worry about soap to water ratios. Whether a maintenance clean or an initial clean on a dirty window, customers will know for sure they’re getting clean. Plus the effect is magical lol. Literally goes from completely covered to this shiny and reflective piece of art for a window. Today, what are some good rubber choices for the price that match this squeegee? How is the Unger green rubbers? Many also use black diamond but I don’t think the round fits this.

[@TradMan]

Exactly 😊👍🏻 Good rubbers are... Unger green Ettore master Pulex My preference is Unger green. Its a great all rounder.

[@MichaelBrianInc]

@@TradMan cool. What sizes are good for storefront? 18”? Should there be any other sizes to have for that area of work?

[@TradMan]

18 inch is good for store fronts. You may want a smaller one to.

[@MrNeotheking]

hi trad man dont you cut the rubber for moerman

[@TradMan]

Haven't cut the angles for a long time, just cut it flush at the ends of the squeegee channel. Still works the same 😉

[@MrNeotheking]

@@TradMan ok

[@robertshepherd1179]

What size squeegees would u recommend that I need to carry on the job as I've recently just bought a unger ergotec 6 in 1 complete kit and it comes with a 14 inch squeegee and where would be the best place to purchase other squeegees and also unger green rubber. Does the unger green rubber come in soft and hard.

[@TradMan]

So it's good to have a few sizes. I carry a 16, 12, 6 inch for hand work. Basically a large, medium and small. 👍🏻 If your based in the UK, I mainly use window cleaning warehouse or window clean centre. Unger green rubber is a medium rubber. If you want unger rubber in soft or hard then you will need to purchase the black rubber as they have the option of soft or hard. Green is medium only 😊

[@robertshepherd1179]

@@TradMan thanks for your help and lastly if hard rubber is for warmer weather and soft rubber is for colder weather does the medium rubber work in all weather

[@TradMan]

The medium rubber is a good all rounder. I've used it in cold and hot weather with good results. Personally I use unger green and nothing else now. It works very well and lasts for ages 😊

[@robertshepherd1179]

@@TradMan I'm just starting out as a newbee/novice so I'm just trying to get afew things right and in order and your videos are brilliant I've found them so interesting so thanks for your time TRADMAN I really appreciate it and 1 last thing haha do the plastic clips u put on the end of the squeegees serve a good purpose and what are they for please

[@TradMan]

The clips put pressure on the corners of the rubber to help remove all the solution from the glass as normal squeeges leave solution behind at the edges 😊 If you would like one to one training all done online feel free to book a training session on www.tradmanacademy.com 😊

[@GRDDAN1]

Which sleeves you prefer?

[@TradMan]

Unger black edition and unger ninja are very good 👍🏻

[@tightmarker9924]

Would you use moreman green rubber all year? Winter and summer

[@TradMan]

I have so far 😊👍🏻

[@michaelhowell3336]

Hi good info .any views on wagtail gear 🙄

[@TradMan]

I'm not a fan, feels and looks like a prototype. Compared to Unger and Moerman I've found it inferior and in need of redesigning. The washer on a wagtail is terrible, barely holds on to the squeegee and water retention is not good at all, the handle is not very comfortable to use either. So if your looking for a good squeegee, personally I wouldn't use wagtail, much better options out there these days. Hope that helps 👍🏻

[@kentaylor6223]

personally i find new cleaners learn faster on the moerman. those experienced with old style squeegees do seem to have more trouble

[@TradMan]

Absolutely 💯 % true

[@LIBERTIDEY68]

top bravissimo eccellente spiegazione

[@PartridgeExteriorCleaning]

ninja till i die!

[@TradMan]

Phahahahaha! Good choice 👌🏻

[@ashleydavies6566]

For me the only choice is the Moerman Excelerator handle with the liquidator channel. I love the Unger Ninja’s build quality, just wish it had the zero detailing, I’m actually gutted that I can’t consider using it 😐

[@TradMan]

I know exactly what you mean, I'll keep nagging unger to make something better 😉

[@ashleydavies6566]

@@TradMan Maybe persuade Moerman to make something with more premium build quality? I’ll pay double for something I can hang on my wall above the fireplace 🤣🤣

[@Clipuri-Diverse]

how many centimeter have first Unger ErgoTec from you video ?

[@TradMan]

Sorry I don't understand?

[@MichaelBrianInc]

After watching this again, I noticed near the end you talk about employees and beginner levels.. For me I’d be a complete beginner. Never cleaned a window with a squeegee. As much as I want the Moerman setup to start, I’m wondering if it’s better to go with one of the Unger options. Cost wise which would be the better of the three? I’m looking to get a setup that will allow me to not struggle in the field much and can give me solid results out of the gate. I’m not in a situation where I have time to waste. It seems for a beginner even the Moerman will take some time to really learn the tool, so I’m wondering if maybe I should wait to upgrade once I’ve gotten started and am bringing in some income. What are your thoughts? And as always Peter, thank you for your time.

[@TradMan]

The unger ErgoTec is a good quality all rounder to get you started 😉 The moerman does require more skill and precision to use.

[@tightmarker9924]

Razor red is a good economy rubber for any 1 . New or experienced in the game.

[@macgyverbryan1377]

Razor red is a superb blade, economy not so much.

[@johnnemeth5293]

I respect you as a window cleaner, but personally, I wouldn’t piss on any one of those squeegees except the ninja which is remarkable especially if you have hard metal frames and you don’t wanna make a ton of noise and scratch up you squeegee as well as the frame. In general though, especially if you’re doing high-rise commercial nothing and I mean, nothing compares to a 24 or 22 sorbo.

[@Jack-tj9hq]

Do you just clean windows mate? Or do you do other exterior cleaning jobs?!

[@TradMan]

We do fascia & soffits and conservatory roofs but prefer doing windows

[@yourilabelle8540]

Sorbo channel with unger handle

[@mcace64]

Hey curious if you've tried the liquidator 3.0 just ordered mine hopefully it's a little easier especially 18"and bigger

[@TradMan]

Nope not available at my supplier yet

[@grantlalala]

Why every window cleaner isn’t using the liquidator channel boggles my mind. I personally use it with the premium snapper handle as I’m not a massive fan of the excellorator.

[@Bushcraft242]

Unger ninja

[@TradMan]

Great choice

[@Spoitoru01]

Nice to see a review on my setup haha 🤝🫡

[@soivan3016]

Handle

[@ernestochaveznuno2689]

Hello, Peter McKay aka. Here is one of your subscribers who kindly requests your essential guidance: I'm a home user (not a professional like you) who wants to get things done right. I want to clean my bathroom shower glass after daily use (water, soap, body fat I guess, etc…), and unlike regular windows, these have hardware that makes it difficult for the Squeegee to pass through. So, my question is: what cleaning supplies and in what measurements do you recommend to carry out this task in a shower glass that measures 19 inches for the fixed glass and 27 for the door, both by 95 inches high? Here is a video of the glass: kzbin.info/www/bejne/marQZYl8pcaKmpo Could you please guide me? Thank you so much! 😄

[@TradMan]

Use some unger rub out and an abrasive pad to start. If that fails you may need a stronger chemical like crystal clear made by winsol.

[@dannylaronde2354]

Well done Thad, Thank you.

[@TradMan]

😁🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@prestissimoLIVE]

Moerman PERFEKT. Reszta to gówno.

[@TradMan]

🤣

[@mauricelevier6765]

ettore is best !!