If you're a roofer in an area which has recently was hit by a tornado, hurricane, or an intense storm, then you're aware of what it's like to operate only with the basic necessities and sometimes without electricity.
In the event of a power outage, the job could slow the process and exhaust your team quickly. This post will discuss roofing tools that do not require electricity and which you should keep on hand to maximize efficiency in the event of a power failure.
Cordless Nailer or Pneumatic Nailer
The pneumatic and cordless nail guns are useful even in roofing that is not powered by electricity. In fact, you probably already own one in your vehicle that you use on a regular basis.
You may be wondering how to run the nailer with a cordless power source without power. Did you know you could get an outlet for your vehicle and charge the battery there? The most efficient way to reduce the time between charges is to take more full-charged batteries onto work with you.
Compressor Gas-Powered
If you're using nails that are pneumatic, then you're likely to require a supply of air. If you're not able to utilize an air compressor powered by electricity, that's where gas-powered compressors come into the picture.
When you're looking at options for compressors, ensure you know the type of material you would like the air hose constructed from. For instance, polyurethane is better in colder weather, while PVC is more effective in warm temperatures.
The length of the air hose is essential when working with compressor. Make sure you're getting the correct size for your needs, whether it's either a 50-foot or 100-foot hose.
Decide what you prefer, and then prepare to nail using tools that don't require electricity.
Tear-Off Shovel
Tear-off shovels are essential when they are required to build a roof with and without power. When things are already slowed by the hassle of not having electricity, an electric tear-off shovel becomes more crucial than ever before.
A tear-off shovel is able to improve the speed of completion and also make sure that your employees experience less physical wear and tear.
Circular Saws Powered by Batteries
Circular saws are usually employed in roofing work; however, electric saws aren't an option in the event of a power interruption. In this situation, circular saws powered by batteries are the best choice.
As we mentioned earlier, in order to charge your batteries, just buy one for your roof truck, invest in an electric generator, or take enough batteries to last throughout the day.
The Equipter Kit RB4000 as well as the Rear Extension Kit
A power failure can quickly make work run more than it should. Reduce the time wasted by making use of an Equipter RB4000 to complete the task. This self-propelled dump trailer does not just serve as a means to ensure a faster cleaning process, but it is also an equipment lift, which takes the place of a ladder hoist that is on site. It can raise materials and tools as high as 12 feet with the option of Rear Extension Kit can help to catch debris that falls off from a greater distance.
Once they've lifted the roof, roofers can move roof debris straight into container of Equipter, and because it's self-propelled, it just requires one person to drive to the dumpster on site and dump the waste.
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