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AWC Magazine – Issue 6
ISSUE TEASER:
Many new window cleaning products of the time are introduced in this issue of the American Window Cleaner! These products revolutionized the window cleaning industry as we know it today. Two examples of products are the Clear Glass Shield Treatment from Britain and a new line of window cleaning tools created by Sörbo. These reduce the time it takes to complete the job.
Suspended scaffold expert Harold Gidish speaks about suspended scaffolds. Some topics include their different types, safety measures, and how to operate a hoist properly. There are many different components and pieces of information that go into scaffolding and you’ll need them. He also speaks on the lack of federal protection for window cleaners as opposed to workers of other trades.
This issue also introduces establishing a new code that would help the entirety of window cleaners. A discussion also breaks out on hard water spots which segued into extensive details and methods to remove them. Chairwork professional Steve Davis advises on specific safe and unsafe chair techniques in addition to the ones he recommends.
Those are just some of the topics discussed. If you want to learn more and receive the full experience – give it a read!
ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Check out a bunch of new products of the time
- Learn some safety tips and get schooled on the types of suspended scaffolds and hoists
- Chairwork expert weighs in on what chair techniques he would recommend and which to avoid
- See how window cleaning has evolved dramatically
