By: Andis Company
In the ever-evolving grooming industry, tools and techniques continuously advance to meet the demands of both professionals and consumers. With so many grooming tools on the market today, it can be a challenge to know which clippers and blades are best suited for use on your clients, but no matter what new tools you have, prepping before any grooming job is still an essential task.
Grooming Prep
Always make sure to discuss expectations with the owner for the desired look, and then examine the condition of the pet’s coat and skin in order to determine the appropriate type of shampoo and/or conditioner needed. Taking the time to make sure the pet’s coat is clean will make the clipping process go smoother, and also save some wear and tear on your tools.
Wide Blades Clippers, Wide Blades & Attachment Combs
One of the most significant innovations in recent years is the introduction of wide blades, a game-changer for efficiency, precision and overall grooming quality. Wide blades have drastically improved the efficiency of grooming sessions, covering more surface area than standard blades, reducing the number of strokes needed to achieve a clean, even cut. And Andis® now offers two new clippers – red Pulse ZR® II 5-speed wide blade clipper and orange eMERGE 2-speed – that come equipped with the 30W wide blade so you can experience the perfect trifecta of grooming speed, power and efficiency and they also fit all Andis detachable blades. To maximize your grooms, pair either clipper with any of our new wide blade attachment combs from the Andis 8-Piece Wide Blade Attachment Comb set for even greater cut length versatility. Using attachment combs substantially increases the range of styles a groomer can perform, delivering the flexibility that meets the needs of today’s modern groomer, while inspiring creativity along the way.
Andis ceramic EDGE Wide Blades are 36% wider than standard blades and feature a 31-tooth ceramic cutter blade for a smooth finish:
Andis Wide Blade Attachment Combs only fit size 10W and 30W wide blades:
Benefits of Using a Wide Blade Clipper
Control: Wide blades can be more challenging to maneuver in tight or sensitive areas. Use a combination of wide and standard blades for different parts of the dog’s body to ensure precision and safety.
Versatility: When used with a wide attachment comb, the blade is even more versatile allowing you to achieve longer trims and the style your client prefers.
Efficiency: Wide blades cover a larger surface area, allowing you to groom larger dogs or dense-coated breeds more quickly and efficiently.
Comfort: A faster grooming process reduces the amount of time the dog needs to stay still, creating a more comfortable and less stressful environment.
Consistency: Achieve a more uniform cut, reducing the chances of uneven patches, especially on large dogs with thick or long coats.
User-friendly: With a wide blade, you can often achieve the desired length in fewer passes, which reduces the wear on both the blade and clipper as well as your hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders.
PRO TIP: Pairing the 30W blade with a wide blade attachment comb will give you a slightly smoother finish.
Add either the new Pulse ZR II or eMERGE clipper to your toolkit along with any of the Andis detachable wide blades or wide blade attachment combs, and see how quickly these new tools can help you improve your grooming routine today!
