Oates General Purpose Bucket 9L MS-009

Name: Oates General Purpose Bucket 9L MS-009
Brand: Oates
SKU: MS-009B
Price: 20.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

SKU MS-009B

BARCODE 9310124702607

By: Oates

$20.00 - $20.00

$20.00

$20.00 - $20.00

$20.00

Availability: 12 in stock ready to be shipped or picked up

Availability: 6 in stock ready to be shipped or picked up

Availability: This product will be delivered in 3-5 business days

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Delivery Options:

→ Pickup available at: 208 Princes Highway, Arncliffe.
→ Same day delivery within Sydney, Australia.
→ We ship nationwide.

Delivery Options:

→ Pickup available at: 208 Princes Highway, Arncliffe.
→ Same day delivery within Sydney, Australia.
→ We ship nationwide.

Delivery Notice:

Please allow 3-5 business days for processing before it's ready for delivery or pickup. All standard delivery options still apply.

Delivery Notice:

Please allow 3-5 business days for processing before it's ready for delivery or pickup. All standard delivery options still apply.

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Product Description

Oates General Purpose 9L Bucket (MS-009) – Commercial Cleaning Supplies

Streamline your daily facility maintenance and execute rapid surface washing with the highly versatile Oates General Purpose 9L Bucket (MS-009). In busy commercial environments, retail stores, and hospitality venues, having a reliable, easy-to-carry bucket is absolutely essential for everything from wiping down cafeteria tables to quick spill recovery. Flimsy domestic buckets break easily and lack the stability required for commercial use. This professional-grade, general purpose cleaning bucket is engineered from heavy-duty plastic to provide a highly durable, lightweight, and highly practical solution for everyday multi-tasking operations.

Designed for exceptional worksite efficiency, the Oates 9L bucket features a highly practical pouring spout, allowing operators to transfer harsh cleaning liquids or empty dirty water with absolute precision, completely eliminating messy floor splashes. The ergonomic handle is outfitted with a comfort grip, reducing hand fatigue when transporting water across large facilities. Available in a comprehensive range of color-coded variations (Blue, Yellow, Red, Green, and Black), these premium commercial cleaning supplies enable facility managers to enforce strict hygiene zoning protocols, ensuring the correct bucket is used safely and exclusively in its designated area.

Who Is The Oates General Purpose 9L Bucket Ideal For?

The Oates MS-009 delivers a practical 9-Litre capacity, a precision pouring spout, and strict color-coded hygiene options. It is highly recommended for:

Commercial Cleaning Contractors: Utilizing a highly durable general purpose cleaning bucket to carry spray bottles, microfiber cloths, and sponges efficiently across large office buildings during daily maintenance rounds.
Hospitality & Cafés: Relying on the lightweight 9L design and comfort grip to easily carry warm soapy water for rapidly wiping down dining tables and food prep benches without heavy lifting.
Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities: Taking absolute advantage of the color-coded options (e.g., Red for isolation, Blue for general wards) to completely prevent the cross-contamination of dangerous pathogens.
Facility OH&S Managers: Deploying premium commercial cleaning supplies that feature a handy pouring spout, significantly reducing the risk of splashing dirty water and causing slip hazards.

Key Features and Performance Benefits:

Optimal 9-Litre Capacity: The perfect multi-tasking size. It holds a generous amount of water for surface washing and mopping, but remains exceptionally lightweight and easy for any staff member to carry up and down stairs.
Handy Pouring Spout: Prioritizes worksite safety. The molded lip directs the flow of liquid perfectly into floor drains or janitorial sinks, ensuring operators do not spill hazardous chemicals or dirty water onto their shoes.
Ergonomic Comfort Grip Handle: Reduces physical fatigue. The handle is equipped with a specially designed grip that prevents the plastic from biting into the operator's fingers when carrying the bucket fully loaded.
Heavy-Duty Plastic Construction: Built for worksite survival. Forged from thick, high-impact polymers, the bucket easily withstands being kicked, bumped, and filled with harsh chemicals daily without cracking or splitting.
Color-Coded Hygiene Zoning: Essential for cross-contamination control. Available in Blue, Yellow, Red, Green, and Black, allowing your facility to strictly assign specific buckets to dedicated cleaning zones (e.g., Red for toilets).

Technical Specifications & Compatibility:

Brand: Oates
Product Code: MS-009
Product Type: General Purpose Bucket / Cleaning Bucket / Commercial Cleaning Supplies
Capacity: 9 Litres
Dimensions: 230mm (W) x 420mm (D) x 360mm (H)
Features: Pouring Spout, Ergonomic Comfort Grip Handle
Available Colors: Blue, Yellow, Red, Green, Black
Packaging: Available in cartons of 6.

Delivery Information

Dispatch: Items marked as “In stock” or “Ready to be shipped” are usually dispatched within 1 business day after payment is received. If an item is not in stock and ordered from our supplier, please allow 3–5 business days for processing before it is ready for delivery or pickup. All standard delivery options still apply.

Shipping: Delivery costs are calculated at checkout based on your location and order size. Bulky items and chemicals may attract additional freight charges and cannot be sent to PO Boxes.

Delivery: Parcels are delivered by road freight. Authority to leave may be used if no one is available to receive the order. For full details, please see our Shipping & Delivery Policy

Business days to delivery

NSW
City	1 Day
VIC
Melbourne	1 Day
Regional	3–4 Days
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane	1–2 Days
Regional	3–4 Days
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Adelaide	2–3 Days
Regional	4–5 Days
NORTHERN TERRITORY
All Areas	4–6 Days
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
All Areas	4–6 Days
TASMANIA
All Areas	4–6 Days

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 9 Litres a good size for general cleaning?

Yes. A 9-Litre bucket is considered the perfect 'General Purpose' size. It is large enough to hold plenty of water for wiping tables and washing walls, but small and light enough to be carried easily by any staff member.

Why does the bucket have a pouring spout?

The molded pouring spout directs the flow of the water precisely into a janitor's sink or floor drain. This prevents the dirty water from rushing over the wide sides and splashing onto the operator or the floor.

Why are there different color options available?

Color-coding is a mandatory OH&S hygiene standard in commercial cleaning. For example, you mandate that Red buckets are strictly used for washrooms and Green buckets for kitchens, ensuring toilet germs are never brought into a food prep area.

Can I use hot water and heavy chemicals in this bucket?

Yes. It is manufactured from thick, heavy-duty commercial plastics. It will easily withstand hot water, heavy alkaline degreasers, and harsh chlorine bleach without melting or degrading.

Is the handle comfortable to hold?

Yes! The Oates MS-009 features a highly ergonomic handle equipped with a specific 'Comfort Grip'. This smooth, rounded section prevents the handle from digging painfully into your hand when the bucket is full.

Does this bucket come with a mop wringer?

No. The Oates 9L General Purpose bucket is a standalone water bucket. It does not feature an integrated mop wringing mechanism. It is primarily used for carrying water for sponge washing or transporting cleaning bottles.

Can these buckets be stacked together for storage?

Yes. The tapered design allows multiple Oates MS-009 buckets to be securely nested (stacked) inside one another, saving a massive amount of floor space in tight janitorial supply closets.

What are the physical dimensions of the bucket?

The bucket measures 230mm in width, 420mm in depth, and 360mm in height. Its slightly elongated shape makes it very stable when placed on a cleaning trolley or the floor.

Is this bucket suitable for window cleaning?

While it can be used, professional window cleaners usually prefer a 'Rectangular' bucket that is wide enough to fully submerge a 35cm squeegee. This bucket is best for general surface washing with a sponge or cloth.

Can I buy this bucket in a bulk carton?

Yes, for facility fit-outs, these buckets are readily available in complete cartons (typically a pack of 6), making it highly economical to supply an entire cleaning fleet.

Will the handle snap off under the weight of the water?

No. Unlike cheap domestic buckets, the Oates General Purpose bucket features a thick, securely anchored handle designed to easily bear the full weight of 9 liters of water without detaching.

Do you offer trade pricing for large cleaning franchises?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides highly competitive volume pricing and trade accounts for commercial cleaning contractors, hospitals, and facility managers ordering bulk color-coded cleaning supplies. Contact us to establish your account.