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I recently installed a window cleaning system in a new van for a customer. The system needed to be reliable and easy to use so for my controller, I opted for the ABC 2 controller - a robust piece of kit, housed in a sturdy enclosure. It is compatible with the Aquatec pumps, is fully digital and has some nice...

Pump controllers have come a long way since the original analogue controllers, and with so much choice now available, it can be difficult to decide which one is going to be the best fit for your window cleaning system. There are several factors which need to be taken into consideration when making your decision. You need to think about your...

From the most advanced van installations to basic DIY set-ups, we will all experience issues with a pump or controller at some point. They can work perfectly fine for months, then suddenly start playing up for what seems like no reason at all. Thankfully, our director, Darren, is here to help! He has pulled together his top troubleshooting tips. Now...

As the evenings get lighter and a little bit warmer, now is the perfect time to have a look at your van system and equipment and carry out some maintenance. Now we know it is not as exciting but spending some time on your van will be worth it - we promise. Our director, Darren, is on hand to help...

At DA Components we’re always looking for ways to conserve water.  Not only for environmental reasons but because it is a pain to run out of pure water during the day and take many trips to the van to fill up backpacks/trolleys. In this blog we explore three different methods for stopping the flow of water without returning to the...

As you may have heard since the pandemic the super fine 0000 grade Bronze Wool Pads have been discontinued and will no longer be available. The super fine 0000 grade is what we recommended for window cleaning as it was safe for use on glass as well as UPVC. However, it’s now time to find a new favourite, but don’t...

As professional window cleaners, we all know we need a good scrub pad in our kit for when the brush just won’t get that stubborn bit of dirt. There are a number of options available and one of our favourites by far is the Walnut Pad. So, what is it? This innovative cleaning pad is made of recycled polyester and crushed...

The year got off to a gloomy start following restrictions over Christmas and another lockdown. That didn’t stop us though!  One of the advantages of working outside is most exterior cleaners were able to carry on working and we continued to see high demand for our products. The pandemic caused big problems in the global supply chain though, with shortages...

With our train and hotel tickets booked, last month we headed down to the big smoke to check out the Cleaning Show 2021 event. We don’t exhibit at this one, so it is a nice opportunity for us to have a leisurely walk round looking at all the latest products and high-tech equipment from the cleaning industry. It was also...

After months of wondering if the Cleaning Expo would go ahead or not, the day finally arrived to pack up the van and head down to Stoneleigh with our road trip snacks. After what seemed like hours of traffic jams, we arrived mid-afternoon to find Dave Kemp from Vision had already marked out our stand for us with an abundance...