UK Window Cleaning Show Begins Tomorrow

Windex 2010 is for everyone involved in the window cleaning industry and its subsidiary services. Windex 2010 offers companies in the window cleaning industry the opportunity to demonstrate and sell products and services to the buyers of window cleaning equipment and services a truly targeted audience. The past three WINDEX exhibitions have demonstrated just how effective a well-targeted, industry supported exhibition can be.

Situated at the centre of the country, the Ricoh Arena is within two hours’ drive of almost 75% of the country’s population. It is also set at the heart of the motorway network and less than 30 minutes away from two major train stations and international airports. Located just two minutes off the M6 junction 3. The purpose built exhibition hall is capable of holding a variety of events from trade and public exhibitions, conferences, banquets and concerts. It offers: A column-free exhibition hall, Food kiosks, Air conditioned and heated, Hotel on site, Bar and Bistro, 100 seat restaurant, Car parking on site for 2000 vehicles, Internet connection and a Casino on site.

The organisers of Carpex & Windex 2010, being staged at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry on 18 and 19 March 2010, have revealed that the number of pre-registered visitors has topped all previous events – and there are still four months to go. Over 2000 visitors have already registered their details, with many more expected in the run-up to the combined events.

Stand space is also being snapped up well ahead of the deadline. Martin Scott, exhibition sales director, said: “There are only seven stands left for Carpex/Windex 2010, so I urge any companies interested in taking part to contact me without delay. The launch of the Carpex/Windex Innovation Awards to find the best new carpet cleaning and window cleaning product has proved very popular, and has attracted several new exhibitors in recent weeks. All exhibiting companies are entitled to submit a product into the awards scheme.”

Companies can enter the Innovation Awards via the exhibition websites, and short-listed finalists will be judged by an expert panel at the show. The only conditions of entry are that the product must be ‘new’, and can’t have been exhibited at any previous show in the UK. The winning products will be announced during the event, and awards will be presented to the successful companies.

Why you should visit?

• To see new products and innovations
• Catch up with the latest industry trends
• Discover new or alternative suppliers
• Meet existing suppliers
• Make purchasing decisions

Free Seminars
DAY ONE:

All Windex seminars are free to attend. Register FREE to attend

10.30 – 10.50 Why you should join the Federation of Window Cleaners
Gary Johns

11.00 – 11.30 Avoiding repetitive strain injuries from the use of a squeegee
Craig Mawlam - Chairman Ionic Systems

11.40 – 12.00 Choosing the correct van insurance policies for window cleaners with wfp systems
Sarah Richards – Alexander Swan

12.10 – 12.40 Working at height regulations

Andrew Willis outlines the basics of complying with this statutory law and provides an example of how even the HSE sometimes get it wrong. Why do property owners fail to take ownership of providing a safe place to work. He also explains how his own experience over the last five years shows that over 98% of window cleaning companies currently have unnecessary working at height liabilities.

Andy Willis - is a leading Working at Height Consultant and City and Guilds A1 Assessor

13.00 – 13.50 City and Guilds NVQ Level 2 Window Cleaners 2009-2010 Awards

IMPACT43 in association with South Thames College incorporating Merton College are hosting the awards to show recognition for the hard work and effort during 2009-2010 from both window cleaning candidates and their employers

14.10 – 14.30 An overview of powered access platforms and usage in the cleaning sector
Guy Willett – Smart Platform Rental

14.40 – 15.10 Presenting a real life example and an insight into the cleaning contractor’s experience of work at height issues

Austin Green compares the structure of his company and the service needs of medium and small contractors. Looks at sensible practicable risk management within working at height cleaning activities. How risk liabilities can be removed or reduced so that window cleaning is performed safely. Examples of the hurdles and hoops to jump through at the tender stage to being awarded a contract. The demands and requirements of service delivery and how property owners and contractors need clearer and transparent joint responsibilities.

Austin Green - Managing Director of Central Window Cleaning Services Limited (part of Initial Rentokil)

15.20 - 15.50 NVQ – Training

Mark Gillman looks at how the City and Guild NVQ level 2 Window Cleaning is becoming a directive from property owners. Outlines the overall success of the NVQ over the last two years. Some amusing comments from industry forums showing a diverse gap between domestic windows cleaner’s views on training and the need for qualification to that of commercial window cleaners. Finally reasons for taking advantage of funding whilst it lasts.

Mark Gillman NVQ – Mark is Health and Safety Manager of EMPRISE Plc and a City and Guilds Internal Verifier)

DAY TWO:

10.30 – 10.50 Why you should join the Federation of Window Cleaners
Gary Johns

11.00 – 11.20 Marketing your window cleaning business
Matthew Johnson – Cam Cleaning Services Ltd

11.30 – 12.00 Working at height regulations
Andrew Willis – Working at height consultant and City and Guilds A1 assessor

12.10 – 12.30 Window Cleaning Insurance
Allied Insurance Services

13.50 – 14.20 Employment Law
Bhaskar Choudhury - AMACUS LEGAL
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Sponsors & Supporters
FWC

Windex 2010 is supported and sponsored by the FWC. The professional Employers Trade Association for window cleaners for over 60 years!

The Federation of Window Cleaners aims to:

• Provide information on all aspects of the Trade.
• Increase public awareness of the need for high standards of safety.;
• Represent the Industry with government and municipal bodies.
• Support Members with FREE 24 hour legal advice
• Encourage members in attaining Health & Safety Training & Education
• Promote the protection of the customer against Fraud & Misrepresentation.