Archive for October, 2010

Check Out The Last MWCoA Seminar!

Check out some pictures of the last seminar the MWCoA held….
A few attendees were, Mike Draper, Steve Blyth, Dwight Rowe, Jack Nelson, Shawn Gavin (Reach Higher Ground), Kris Weigal (NanoPhase), Bill Dempsey, Sean Carr and much more others!

MWCoA Nov 6, 2010 SeminarIt gets much better than the pictures!
You have to see for yourself by going to our next seminar which is next Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010!

Mike Draper will be discussing growing your business to multi-crews.

Shawn Gavin will be discussing the power of pure water technology.

Kris Weigal and Jeff Flint will be discussing add ons to increase your income through glass protectants.

Advertising by Jack Nelson.

Customer Retention by Kraig Dyer.

Click the image to see more details or visit http://www.mwcoa.com

PROMO: Simix Protector Plus Qt for $12!!

Simix Protector Plus Qt.Simix Protector Plus

Polishes and protects glass, mirrors, shower doors, tile, sinks, stainless steel, aluminum; painted & anodized, fiberglass, plastic and so much more.

  • Mineral deposits will not bond to treated surface
  • Water-based system can’t be destroyed by the sun’s UV rays
  • Will not leave streaks or smears
  • Saves time and effort
  • 32oz polishes and protects up to 1,000 square feet
  • Easy application

PROMO Valid 10/27 – 11/2

JRC Supply Welcomes Colker Customers

To all our new customers from Colker, let me please welcome you to JRC Supply, a division of J. Racenstein.

Let me start by saying that your prices will not go up; they are locked at least through 2011. We have all your prices in our system and promise that you will pay the same, if not less, on your future orders.

Our team is dedicated to getting you the tools and equipment you need so you can keep your customers happy.

J. Racenstein has been supplying window cleaners’ with their equipment since 1909. We ship your orders from our Los Angeles and New Jersey locations so you get it fast. We carry all the leading brands including Ettore, Unger, IPC Pulex, Sorbo, Titan, Winsol, New England Rope, Sky Genie, Triumph, Mr. Longarm, Wagtail, Steccone, Miller, 3-Star and many more. And in the water-fed pole arena we carry Tucker, IPC Eagle, Ionic, Ettore Aquaclean and Reach Higher Ground.

We are committed to carrying the deepest inventory in the industry so you get your order complete.

Not only can we take your order, but we can offer excellent advice based on years of experience. We have two window cleaning veterans on staff, Mike Draper and Jim Foster, who will go the extra mile helping you with figure out what is the best piece of equipment, or chemical, to get the job done.

In addition to our specialists, you can learn a great deal about products by visiting our website at http://colker.jracenstein.com. There you can watch videos, check out specials and browse through thousands of products. Our site is well organized and easy to navigate.

If you’re into social media you can follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Also, if you ask us, we will send you specials and promotions by email every two weeks. Please contact us so we can turn on this feature in your profile.

We look forward to serving your needs will into the future. Please give us a call to say hello, and thank you for your business.

Cameron Riddell, President
J. Racenstein, Co. LLC
www.jracenstein.com
800-221-3748

PROMO! Ettore Sidekicks!

Ettore SidekicksSidekicks Available in Black or Yellow on Special until 10/26/2010!

Put your squeegee, washer and a mini-bucket on your hip.
Accepts any brand squeegee and stripwasher up to 18″ Reversible design for left or right handers.

Welcome To Our Family!

Colker_JRC Supply LogoJRC Supply & Colker Company
Equals Great Service & Great Value!

Cameron and Steve. Company owners.“ Hi, we’re Cameron and Steve, owner/operators of J. Racenstein and Colker window cleaning supplies. We look forward to serving your needs and getting to know you. Please look forward to someone from our company reaching out to speak to you, and feel free to contact us for anything you need. Thank you for your business.”

Prices – Staying the Same!!!
As a Colker customer your prices will stay the same; they are not going up.
We have your prior orders in our system so you know we’ll get it right.

Extended Phone Hours
Our staff answers the phone in both New Jersey and California,
so you can call until 8 p.m. on the East Coast.

Deepest Stock in the Industry
We are the largest supply house in the industry and so we stock more than anyone else.
We will have what you want when you order.

Water-Fed – We are the Leader
With years of experience in the field and with the products in use, Mike Draper and Jim Foster offer the hands on experience to help you. We stock the best brands and have the knowledge to get you into the best equipment for your company. Call us to learn more.

100-Page Product Catalog
We are mailing you our catalog in a sepate mailing.
If you want to check it out now visit the following web page: http://catalog.jracenstein.com
There you can turn pages, zoom in and link to the items on our website.

Specials and Promotions
Every two weeks we send out an e-mail to our customers with special offers. But, we need your permission to send this to you. If you’d like to receive it please call our offices at 800-533-6561 and talk to one of our helpful staff members. Or e-mail us for assistance at helpdesk@jrcsupply.com

Order Your Way
We make it easy for you to order:
Phone:
800-533-6561
Online:
http://colker.jracenstein.com
E-mail:
helpdesk@jrcsupply.com
Fax:
201-348-1385
Mail:
J. Racenstein Co.
74 Henry Street
Secaucus, NJ 07094

Thank You

We know you have choices. We promise to do everything we can to serve your needs.
You can count on us to get you what you need when you need it.

Cameron & Steves SignatureCameron Riddell and Steve Blyth

No more windshield wipers?

Clear Fusion V NanoPaxI’ve heard that Clear-Fusion V glass wipes will coat a windshield so well that you don’t need wipers in the rain, but I had to see it for myself.

I will admit, that I couldn’t wait around for a storm during our notoriously dry southern California summer, so I manufactured a little shower with a spray bottle, but the effects were still pretty striking.

The water beaded up and dripped right off. And there were no streaks or rainbow effects that can be found with other glass treatments.

So, how does it work? I applied the coating via a towelette, which looks like a sanitizing hand wipe. The substance is a liquid, but goes on thick, like greasing a pan. I lightly lathered it on and let it sit for a minute.

I then rubbed the coating around with firm circular motions. The tiny towelette was a little tougher to use than the cushy microfibers I’m used to for rubbing in H2-Zero, but it got the job done. And I let it set for another minute or so.

I then wiped the excess product off with an old towel, and gave it a final wipe, or polish, with a microfiber cloth.

The result was a super shiny, extraordinarily pristine looking windshield that is hydrophobic, so my pretend “rain” beads up and rolls right off of the treated glass. No wipers necessary.

Check out the video below to see for yourself!

On a side note, when I was cleaning my car with H2-Zero, and while I was applying Clear-Fusion V, several neighbors stopped by to ask what I was doing and were impressed with the results. Who knew washing your car could be a social, community building activity? Imagine that kind of attention this could attract for your business!

J.Racenstein Aquires Colker

JRC Supply & Colker LogoJRC Supply a J.Racenstein affiliated company recently completed its acquisition of L.M. Colker Company’s window cleaning division.

L.M. Colker Company will remain in the janitorial supply business in Pittsburgh, PA., and will still supply local window cleaners with walk-in orders. You can still reach L.M. Colker at 1-888-4-COLKER.

Here are a few questions and answers that you may have about what has happened.

Q: What exactly happened?
A: JRC is now serving Colker’s national window cleaning customers. Pricing will remain the same or better and the product selection and delivery should improve.

Q: What is Colker Doing now?
A: Colker is concentrating on the JanSan business in the Pittsburgh area.

Q: Why did Greg Colker sell?
A: Servicing the national window cleaning accounts required lots of time and travel. Greg wants to focus more on his family and local business.

Q: Is Greg Colker working for JRC Supply?
A: No, Greg will be running his JanSan and local window cleaning shop.

Q: What about my terms?
A: Those customers with Terms with Colker will contniue to enjoy Terms with us.

Q: What about my pricing?
A: We are honoring Colker pricing through 2011.

Q: How quickly will my orders ship?
A: We generally ship orders within 24 hours.

Q: Who’s my JRC Supply contact?
A: All Reps for JRC Supply will be able to take your order.

Jason Budesa is the Colker Customer Service Rep. and he is available to handle specific questions, problems and otherwise help out.

Q: Will my products still ship from PA?
A: We have two locations, CA and NJ. Your orders will ship from the warehouse closest to you.

Q: What’s the difference between J.Racenstein and JRC Supply?
A: JRC Supply is the Colker Supply affiliate of J.Racenstein Company.

Q: When will you have my customer information handy?
A: We have all of your past order and customer information available

Q: When will you have the items that Colker has and you don’t?
A: We have all of Colker’s inventory already. We are currently putting it in stock and taking pictures to place on the website.

Q: Will I need a new login to the Website?
A: Yes, use your email address in the Request my Password screen to have your new website password sent to you.  Or call any Sales Rep and have one set up for you over the phone.