Insulation Jobsite Efficiency: Keeping Your Job Site Clean as You Work
While insulating, scraps, wrappings and material accumulate. Homeowners and builders want to see a tidy, well-maintained environment during the building process. We took the approach to “leave it cleaner than when we arrived.” It is very important to keep your...
Two Person Manual Wall Spray and Recycle: Yes! It Can be Done!
Caleb Nix of Springfield Insulation (Springfield, Missouri) recently purchased a CM2400 with a wall spray system. We visited with Caleb and Dave (his employee). The challenge of the day was to teach on wall spray cellulose with only two people, using the manual...
Insulation Jobsite Efficiency: Using the Right Insulation Machine Equipment Makes You Profitable
Have you ever found yourself running to a big box store to get an insulation machine to fill an attic? You have to start somewhere. We have done this! You know the painful, time-killing work that takes 8-10 hours to top off a 1,200 square foot attic with just 6” of...
Insulation Jobsite Efficiency: Plan Your Approach to Vacuuming an Attic Space
Vacuuming an attic in patterns can be an effective way to ensure that you cover the entire space and remove as much dust and debris as possible. Here are some tips on developing a process for vacuuming an attic:Start by clearing out any large objects or debris that...
Job Site Efficiency: Have a Plan for Regular Machine Maintenance
Regular maintenance of machines is essential to keep them running efficiently and prevent breakdowns. Spending time each week to do regular maintenance on your insulation equipment can save you a lot of time in the long run, help you avoid costly downtime, keep your...
Insulation Jobsite Efficiency: Encouraging Employee Punctuality
Encouraging employees to be on time for work is an important aspect of maintaining a productive and efficient workplace. Here are some tips to help you do so: Lead by example: If you want your employees to be punctual, you need to set an example yourself. Make sure...
Insulation Jobsite Efficiency: Proper Preparation of the Building
I don’t know about you, but it is my nature to jump into a job… ignoring the prep work, and just digging in. It’s not intuitive, at least to me. I have learned, over the course of 40+ years, and watching our customers, that taking extra time at the beginning of a job...
Insulation Jobsite Efficiency: Proper Vacuuming Techniques
Technique is very important when it comes to vacuuming an attic. Whether you have a smaller vacuum or a larger diesel, these techniques are very important to master.First, Let’s Consider the Wrong Techniques:When vacuuming insulation, some techniques are wrong and...
Internal Wetting System
When spraying cellulose into an attic, a nuisance cloud builds up preventing clear visibility. To reduce this cloud, it is necessary to add a small amount of water to the material so that it weighs down the dust. The internal wetting system adds a small amount of...
Insulation Jobsite Efficiency Series: Assigning a Tool Kit Saves Time on the Job
One of the most frustrating aspects of any job in any industry is not having tools you need when you need them. Not having the right tool or not even having the tool at all can waste valuable time. The insulation industry is no different.Whether you are removing...
