- 72″ long steel handle keeps user safely distanced from extreme heat
- 10″ × 12″ × ½″ blade delivers wide, efficient skimming action
- All-steel construction resists heat, bending, and wear
- Reduces fire risk by maintaining clean kettle conditions
- Ideal for roofing crews working with hot tar, asphalt, or bitumen
Price: $132.00
Item #ACRO-70072
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Description
The ACRO 70072 kettle skimmer offers contractors a safe, long-reaching solution for removing debris from hot tar, asphalt, or bitumen kettles. Equipped with a 72″ long steel handle, it keeps users well away from extreme heat while providing exceptional leverage and control. The generous 10″×12″ × ½″ blade ensures effective skimming across the kettle surface. Crafted for durability, this heavy-duty tool helps maintain material purity, reduce fire risk, and keep jobsite operations moving smoothly under tough working conditions.
Key Features:
• 72″ steel handle provides safe reach and superior control
• Heavy-duty all-steel construction built for durability and frequent use
• 10″ × 12″ blade efficiently skims debris from kettle surfaces
• Enhances safety by reducing exposure to hot materials and risk of fire
• Compatible with standard hot tar and asphalt kettles used in roofing
Specifications
• Model: 70072 – Kettle Skimmer with 72″ steel handle
• Blade size: 10″ × 12″ × ½″
• Handle length: 72 inches
• Material: All-steel construction
• Weight: Approximately 40 lb
• Application: Skims debris from inside kettles to maintain clean, safe heat source
How To
- Position yourself at a safe distance from the kettle.
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Insert the blade into the kettle using the 72″ handle.
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Skim the blade across the kettle interior to remove debris.
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Withdraw the skimmer and inspect debris removal.
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Clean the blade if needed, and resume skimming as necessary.
FAQs
Q: How long is the handle?
A: It features a 72‑inch steel handle for extended reach and safe operation.
Q: What is the blade size?
A: The blade measures 10″ × 12″ × ½″ for efficient skimming.
Q: Is it suitable for rough jobsite use?
A: Yes—it’s constructed from heavy-duty steel to withstand rugged conditions.
Q: What advantage does using a kettle skimmer provide?
A: It removes debris to reduce fire risk and ensure smoother, consistent material mixing.
Q: Is it compatible with standard kettles?
A: Yes—it works with standard hot tar, asphalt, and bitumen kettles used in roofing.
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