Claim: You can vacuum fiberglass batts with an insulation removal vacuum
A shapshot of a video showing that a fiberglass batt must be shredded/torn to pieces in order to vacuum.A common question that comes our way is, “Can your insulation vacuum remove fiberglass batts?” Until 2021, this was a spurious claim. In an attempt to persuade...
Finding the Serial Number on Your Cool Insulation Machine
Every blower and vacuum are assigned unique serial numbers. These numbers identify the version of machine you own. So, if you need to replace your airlock seals, blowers or any other component, you do not need to search around to find out the sizes and blower...
Insulation Contractor Estimating Software
Having been an insulation contractor, one of my greatest needs was accurate estimating software. My excel spreadsheets became quite unmanageable and just one faulty formula meant that I either overbid or underbid a job. Both are very costly mistakes! Whether you do...
Innovative Metal Strips for Dense Packing Insulation
Dense packing with fabric is an excellent way to see if the cavity is filled with insulation material. Standard, wood framing makes it easy to staple the fabric. However, what happens when you are faced with steel construction? The usual approach is to glue the fabric...
Dealing With Clogged Insulation Machine Blower Hose
Clogged hoses. They are inevitable. No matter how many years of experience, you will clog your hose. This can be a time-wasting ask and create a hassle to finish the job in a timely manner. This article will help you identify the causes and show a quick video on...
Cool Machines: Best Looking Insulation Machines on the Market
At first glance, the striking, DURABLE black powder-coating and yellow flame decal grab your attention. The smart narrow, ERGONOMIC profile makes for a very versatile machine. The AGGRESSIVE auger design moves loads of material into the airlock. Our OVERSIZED auger...
Krendl 575 compared to CM1500HP Insulation Machine
The Cool Machine CM1500hp (high performance) out-produces other machines in its class. Comparing this with the Krendl 575, there are many reasons why the CM1500hp excels. The Krendl 575 poses a trip hazard. The loader of the machine needs to straddle the blowing hose...
Krendl 2300 compared to CM2400
Maintenance: When something goes wrong with a machine, you will want the capabilities to fix it on site with minimal down-time. The CM2400 (like all of our machines) are designed to be fixed on-site with very minimal mechanical know how. Within minutes...
Insulating Cathedral Ceilings: Dense Pack with Insulation Machine
BEFORE reading and implementing the method addressed in this article, ALWAYS check with the manufacturer of your insulation product to make sure that the material has been tested and approved for contact with the roof sheathing. Attic envelopes must be ventilated....
Wall Spray Scrubber – Cool Tool by Cool Machines
The “Cool Tool” wall scrubber from Cool Machines dresses your wall spray job with perfection. The Cool Tool makes a very flat surface without gouging from belts or a lot of trim work in the corners. Contractors really like the fact that it is the lightest wall...
