Oates Window Cleaning Plastic Buckets IW-050

Name: Oates Window Cleaning Plastic Buckets IW-050
Brand: Oates
SKU: IW-050
Price: 40.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

SKU IW-050

BARCODE 9310124245364

By: Oates

$40.00 - $40.00

$40.00

$40.00 - $40.00

$40.00

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Product Description

Oates Window Cleaning Bucket (IW-050) – Commercial Window Cleaning Bucket

Streamline your professional glass maintenance and eliminate frustrating worksite spills with the highly practical Oates Window Cleaning Bucket (IW-050). In the commercial window cleaning sector, relying on standard round mop buckets is a massive operational liability. Round buckets are simply not wide enough to accommodate professional 35cm or 45cm T-bar washers and squeegees, forcing operators to awkwardly tilt their tools and spill soapy water over the floor. This professional-grade commercial window cleaning bucket acts as your ultimate, purpose-built solution. Forged in an elongated rectangular shape, it allows wide tools to be fully submerged flat, ensuring perfect, even lubrication of the washing pad before it touches the glass.

Engineered for maximum worksite efficiency and uncompromising durability, the Oates IW-050 bucket is manufactured from highly robust, lightweight, and chemical-resistant plastics. It effortlessly withstands the heavy commercial detergents, ammonia-based glass cleaners, and rigorous daily impacts associated with high-volume cleaning operations. Capable of accommodating window squeegees up to an impressive 500mm in width, these premium commercial cleaning supplies provide professional window washers, contract cleaners, and facility managers with a highly reliable, ergonomic tool for rapid, streak-free glass restoration.

Who Is The Oates Window Cleaning Bucket Ideal For?

The Oates IW-050 delivers an elongated rectangular shape, chemical-resistant plastic, and 500mm tool compatibility. It is highly recommended for:

Professional Window Washers: Utilizing a highly efficient commercial window cleaning bucket to fully submerge massive 45cm T-bar scrubbers flat, ensuring the microfiber sleeve is perfectly saturated with soapy water before washing storefront glass.
Commercial Cleaning Contractors: Relying on the wide rectangular design to carry long squeegees and tools neatly from office to office without them falling out or dripping water over expensive corporate carpets.
High-Rise & Rope Access Cleaners: Taking absolute advantage of the lightweight but highly durable plastic construction, ensuring the bucket does not add excessive weight to their rigging setup while remaining tough enough to survive worksite impacts.
Facility Maintenance Teams: Deploying premium commercial cleaning supplies to safely wash indoor glass partitions and mirrors. The stable rectangular base prevents the bucket from easily tipping over when bumped.

Key Features and Performance Benefits:

Purpose-Built Rectangular Shape: The ultimate worksite advantage. Unlike round buckets, the elongated design perfectly accommodates wide, commercial-length squeegees and washers, allowing them to rest flat inside the soapy water.
Fits Tools up to 500mm: Highly versatile hardware. The internal dimensions are generous enough to easily fit standard 35cm, 45cm, and massive 50cm (500mm) professional window cleaning channels and T-bars.
Chemical-Resistant Plastic: Built for extreme worksite survival. Forged from high-grade polymers, the bucket will not warp, melt, or degrade when filled with harsh ammonia-based glass cleaners or heavy commercial detergents.
Lightweight Ergonomic Design: Reduces physical fatigue. Despite its large capacity, the bucket itself is incredibly lightweight, minimizing the strain on the operator's back when carrying it fully loaded with water across large facilities.
Exceptional Floor Stability: Prevents messy worksite spills. The long, flat base provides a significantly lower center of gravity than a tall round bucket, drastically reducing the chances of it tipping over if accidentally kicked or bumped.

Technical Specifications & Compatibility:

Brand: Oates
Product Code: IW-050
Product Type: Commercial Window Cleaning Bucket / Rectangular Bucket / Commercial Cleaning Supplies
Tool Compatibility: Accommodates T-Bars and Squeegees up to 500mm (50cm) wide.
Material: Lightweight, Chemical-Resistant Plastic
Dimensions: 330mm (W) x 602mm (L) x 440mm (H)
Lid Compatibility: Please note, this specific model (IW-050) is NOT compatible with the IW-057 Lid.

Delivery Information

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Business days to delivery

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Regional	3–4 Days
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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

Why is this bucket rectangular instead of round?

Professional window cleaning tools (like T-bar washers and squeegees) are long and wide (typically 35cm to 45cm). They physically cannot fit inside a standard round mop bucket. A rectangular bucket allows you to lay these wide tools completely flat in the water.

What is the maximum size squeegee this bucket can hold?

The generous internal dimensions of the Oates IW-050 bucket are specifically designed to easily accommodate massive commercial squeegees and T-bars up to 500mm (50cm) in width.

Does this bucket come with a lid?

No. This listing is strictly for the bucket itself. Please note that the manufacturer specifies this exact model (IW-050) is NOT compatible with the Oates IW-057 lid. If you require a lidded bucket, you must look at the IW-058 series.

Is the plastic resistant to strong glass cleaning chemicals?

Yes. It is forged from high-quality, commercial-grade plastics that are specifically engineered to be chemical-resistant. It will easily withstand harsh ammonia-based window cleaners and heavy detergents without degrading.

Is the handle strong enough to carry a full bucket?

Absolutely. The bucket features a heavy-duty, securely anchored plastic or metal carry handle designed specifically to bear the heavy weight of a full load of soapy water without detaching.

What are the exact dimensions of the bucket?

The bucket has a wide stance for stability. It measures 330mm in width, a long 602mm in length, and stands 440mm high.

Can I use this bucket for mopping floors?

While you could technically dip a mop into it, it does not feature an integrated mop wringer. It is purpose-built and highly optimized specifically for the window cleaning trade.

Will this bucket tip over easily in a strong wind?

No. The elongated rectangular shape provides a much wider, lower center of gravity than a tall round bucket. This makes it highly stable and very resistant to tipping over if bumped or exposed to outdoor winds.

Does it come with a sieve or drainer tray inside?

This specific standard model (IW-050) is generally a straightforward, empty rectangular bucket. Internal sieves or tool holders are usually available as separate aftermarket accessories.

Can these buckets be stacked for storage?

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

Is it heavy to carry when empty?

No. Despite its robust commercial construction, the plastic polymers used are exceptionally lightweight, ensuring the bucket itself does not add unnecessary weight to your daily carry.

Do you offer trade pricing for window cleaning businesses?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides highly competitive volume pricing and trade accounts for professional window washers, high-rise maintenance teams, and commercial cleaning contractors ordering bulk hardware. Contact us to establish your account.

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