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Great Products are Born in the USA

Monday, December 26th, 2011

Why is it that during tough times we Americans become so attached and attracted to products made in the USA?  For some reason it seems that most big businesses need a strong kick in the pants to even consider producing their products at home in the United States.  But we at The Vibration Solution have always believed in manufacturing our Silent Feet vibration isolation pads in the US.  We know that the best quality products come from dedicated people working to build quality goods for their friends, family neighbors and loved ones.  That isn’t a trait that is possible when companies choose to outsource their goods overseas.  Many of our competitors are working hard to find the cheapest way to make their products even when it means sacrificing quality, durability, performance and patriotism.  But we believe that producing the highest quality and best-performing products is key to earning customer loyalty.  For that reason we have always and will always build our industry leading Silent Feet and Anti-Walk Silent Feet washing machine pads at our Kent, Ohio plant.  We are proud to be sustaining and creating American jobs, especially in today’s tough economy.  Every purchase from The Vibration Solution supports American innovation, ingenuity, and craftsmanship.  Be proud of the products that you trust to protect your home and preserve your peace and quiet, buy American made Silent Feet.

 

Become a 2011 Vibration Solution Distributor/Reseller

Thursday, November 3rd, 2011

Since 2008 Silent Feet and Anti-Walk Silent Feet have been recognized as the most effective anti-vibration pads for washing machines and dryers.  They have received numerous accolades and recommendations including the Reed Business Association and Design News 2009 Golden Mousetrap Award for Best New Product.  As the reputation for our products has grown, so has the market potential.  Our company is now working to expand our distribution network to make it easier for customers to find and purchase our products nationally and internationally.

We are now in the process of evaluating our 2011 reseller and distributors. If you are interested in being considered for either please email Sales@VibrationSolution.com with the following preliminary information:

Retail-
1. Name of company
2. Number of locations
3. Size of company
4. Estimated number of washing machines sold per year
5. Best point of contact

Distributor
1. Name of company
2. Industries supplied
3. Number of reseller in or associated with “Appliance accessories”
4. Geographic areas served.
5. Best point of contact

This is an outstanding opportunity for your company to add our product to your offerings.  In the past four years, our products have consistently received high customer satisfaction scores and favorable reviews from industry experts including leading contractors and property managers.  We’ve worked hard to make sure that our products stay at the forefront of their industry by constantly improving them and taking innovative steps like adding designer colors to our line to match the latest colors of washing machine finishes.  The Vibration Solution strives to provide the highest quality products and services.  Contact us today to take advantage of this expanding market.

 

Sincerely,

The Vibration Solution Team

 

Silent Feet Washing Machine Accessories Are Now on Buy.com

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

It’s official, you can now order Silent Feet and Anti-Walk Silent anti-vibration pads for washing machines from Buy.com.  Now you and over 14 million other Buy.com customers have access to all of our industry leading washing machine accessory pads.  Purchase with confidence through Buy.com’s safe and secure checkout system which is protected with state of the art SSL encryption technology.  Trust that you will receive outstanding customer service from Buy.com’s world class customer service representatives.  Enjoy the ability to order Silent Feet anti-vibration pads while also buying other great items like books, movies, clothing and appliances.  But even more importantly you’ll get a great price on every purchase of washing machine and dryer accessories made from Buy.com and you can even take advantage of fast free shipping on products like Anti-Walk Silent Feet anti-vibration accessory pads.

Why buy washing machine accessories from Buy.com?

Great deals on washing machine accessory pads combination packs

Now you can order Silent Feet and Anti-Walk Silent Feet value packs from Buy.com

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Buy.com and Amazon.com are also the only sites to carry Silent Feet Combo Value Packs.  These packs offer great value pricing on Silent Feet and Anti-Walk anti-vibration pads for front and top loading washing machines and dryers.  Check both sites out today and add Silent Feet to your home.  It’s never to early to start enjoying the peace and quiet that these simple but effective appliance accessory pads offer.

Generation 2 Silent Feet YouTube Video Released

Monday, September 13th, 2010

The second generation of Silent Feet Anti-Vibration pads for washers and dryers have been available for a little over a month.  To help explain some of the differences and improvements that have been made we’ve launched a YouTube video.  The video gives a brief explanation of the new features found in this great new product revision.

Here are some of the highlights:

  • New Dual Rubber Construction Absorbs More Vibration
  • Soft Rubber Top Conforms to Appliance Feet to Lock them in Place
  • Stronger Bond Between Materials to Increase Product Life
  • Improved Modern High Gloss Finish
  • Same Great Price and Warranty

If you still have any questions, check out our website at www.VibrationSolution.com.  Generation 2 Silent Feet are now available for sale on our website and on Amazon.com.

The Latest Generation of Anti-Vibration Pads Has Arrived for Washing Machines

Sunday, August 22nd, 2010
Stack of 4 Ant-Walk Silent Feet washer pads

The compeition just doesn't stack up against the amazing results of Silent Feet pads.

3 years ago the first generation of Silent Feet were sent to the test labs.  Just a few months after that they made history as the number one anti-vibration pads for washing machines and dryers.  Today, we are proud to bring you the next generation of Silent Feet pads.  To engineer and build this latest appliance accessory we had to take our design back to the drawing board and totally re-created it.  We started with the same superior Sorbothane rubber as the primary vibration isolating material, but this time added a second top layer of stiff rubber.  This second layer of rubber provides a second wall of vibration resistance to the pads.  Then we added unique ridges to the top of each pad to help lock your washing machine in place.  After installation, the rubber ridges deform slightly allowing for a custom fit on every installation.  Finally we polished our molds and finished them with the highest grade of Teflon coatings to give every one of our products a clean, brilliant shine to accent the high gloss finish on modern washing machines.

Never before has there been an anti-vibration pad that offers all of these benefits and looks this stunning.  In fact, these new Silent Feet make all other washing machine pads look like, big ugly blocks of rubber.  Just like before, our Original Silent Feet offer easy installation and can be installed in most applications in less than 5 minutes.  Also like before, our Anti-Walk Silent Feet offer the best solution to eliminating unwanted appliance movement and “walking” without using any glue or adhesive.  All of this has been provided at the same great price as before.  And just like before, all of our washing machine pads carry a 10 Year Limited Warranty against defects and material failure.

Silent Feet anti-vibration appliance pads

The 2nd generation of Silent Feet pads makes our product line-up even better than before.

Still not convinced that we’ve outdone ourselves?  Then give our products the greatest test of all.  Install them in your home and if you’re not completely satisfied that they have solved your washing machine vibration and noise problem, simply return them.  We’re so convinced that you will love them that we still offer our 100% satisfaction guarantee.  Take this opportunity to try them out today.  You’ll see and hear the difference one the first load of laundry and on every load after that for years and years.

Consumer Reports Tests Silent Feet Anti-Vibration Pads

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

A posting on the Consumer Reports website has officially confirmed that Silent Feet as well as other anti-vibration pads

for washing machines are in the labs for testing. This marks the first official independent comparison of vibration isolation pads. The washing machine anti-vibration pad industry is only a few years old. The Vibration Solution was one of the first companies to really begin putting significant funding towards research and design on washing machine noise and vibration reduction. Prior to 2007, most R&D was done internally at major appliance manufactures like Maytag, Whirlpool, Samsung, LG and General Electric. However, as the front-loading washing machine market expanded, it became clear that the major manufactures were falling behind on providing noise and vibration protection products.

The Vibration Solution began product development in 2005 when the company discovered a loud consumer outcry for a real anti-vibration product that worked for washing machines.  Prior to the release of Silent Feet, consumers were forced to resort to a wide range of cleaver but not always effective alternatives.  Some examples included tennis balls cut in half, rolled up gym socks, cow and horse mats, anti-fatigue mats, rolled up towels and our favorite, sitting on the washing machine.  None of these really solved the problem of washing machine noise and vibration.  Our company, realizing that no regular rubber would provide enough vibration dampening, contacted Sorbothane. Sorbothane had already developed cutting-edge solutions for NASA, the U.S. Military and NASCAR.  Together our engineers developed Silent Feet Anti-Vibration Pads.  After 2 years of exhaustive testing to ensure that every Silent Feet pad would withstand years of use and abuse without degrading, Silent Feet were officially released.

Now, just a few years later and with a market now filling with knock off imitations, Silent Feet have officially been recognized by Consumer Reports as one of the leaders in the industry.  Check out the August issue of Consumer Reports Magazine and Consumer Reports Online for full details of the tests.

Sorbothane Bumper Hemispheres For Electronics, Small Appliances and Audio Equipment

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

Sorbothane non-skid bumper hemispheres are now available on Amazon.com.  Sorbothane rubber bumpers are pressure-sensitive adhesive-

Measuring Scale Protected by Sorbothane Pads

Protect your delicate equipment with superior Sorbothane bumpers

backed hemispheres that can be used as feet, stops, spacers and protectors in many applications. Each rubber pad features aggressive, high-tack pressure-sensitive 3M 200MP adhesive with a release liner, making application fast and easy. The unique Sorbothane urethane is a durable, resilient, polymer that provides outstanding vibration isolation and non-skid properties. Installation is quick and easy with no need for drilling, riveting or press fitting push-in feet. Sorbothane bumpers help absorb impact and noise and have excellent resistance to aging; they will not harden or crack over time. The smooth, clean, black urethane hemispheres serve as a modern and discreet rubber foot. Use them on trophies and desk-top items to act as a cushion and protect surfaces from scratching. Use them under audio and electronic equipment to prevent skipping and interference.

MacBook Pro protected by Sorbothane hemisphere pads

Small 3/4" Sorbothane pads fit perfectly under laptops

Primary applications include feet for small appliances, electronic equipment, phones, keyboards, speakers, desk accessories, printers, laptops, computers, monitors, multimedia projectors, DVD players and audio receivers. Hemispheres can be used as stops for cabinetry and woodworking. The rubber pads can be used as spacers/dampers for automotive computers and circuit board rigidity and vibration isolation. They also work great for separating stacked glass and metal sheets. Sorbothane hemispheres can be used as non-slip spacers on medical tabletops, electronic assemblies and lids. They are also useful as spacers to help protect delicate printed circuit boards from vibration and heat build-up.

Three Sizes Available Now:

3/4″ For laptops, computers, speakers and audio equipment (Load 1 – 1.8 lbs per pad)

1 1/4″ For small appliances, multimedia equipment and medical applications (Load 5 – 10 lbs per pad)

2″ For small to medium appliances, tower computers, lab equipment and automotive applications (Load 17 – 24 lbs per pad)

A pair of Sorbothane bumpons with 3M pressure-sensitive adhesive
Sorbothane bumpers are available with pressure-sensitive adhesive for easy installation

Installation: Simply remove the protective backing liner, position the Sorbothane rubber hemisphere and press it into place. The unique urethane material won’t crack, dry, scratch or mar surfaces. It will last for years to protect and isolate your valued possessions.

Silent Feet- A Washing Machine Pad Made to Last

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009

Got a washing machine that makes the whole house sound like it’s going to take off? Sadly, these problems get worse overtime as the washing machine’s internal dampening devices wear out. Even worse, the vibration can cause the machine to wear out quicker, sending you to the storeroom floor sooner than you’d like.

A washing machine pad can absorb those vibrations and noise, protecting the structure of the washer as well as your peace of mind. Placed on the feet of the washing machine, the pad muffles the sound of the machine as well as the vibrations.

Of course, you can try your own solutions, but they can only be so effective. Rags placed underneath the washer absorb little of the noise and look trashy. Make your own foam pads and they’ll probably be destroyed the first time you use the washer.

Homemade “solutions” are what usually send homeowners to the hardware store for real solutions to their problems.

To really fix the problem, however, you need to buy the right washing machine pad. Not all are the same. Most of the cheaper models you can find in hardware stores aren’t worth the packaging they come in. Usually, they’re made of cheap materials that don’t last and don’t absorb as well. They’ll wear out fast, putting you back at square one.

Save yourself some time and headache and check out Silent Feet. Made from the same polymers NASA and NASCAAR use to absorb excess shock, Silent Feet are more durable than other options on the market. In fact, they’re backed with a lifetime guarantee.

While they may be a little more expensive than what you’ll find in a hardware store, they are an effective solution that lasts for the price of a tank of gas. You won’t get a lifetime guarantee from a company that sells cheap rubber accessories. These products simply don’t last.

Silent Feet, however, will last a lifetime. If they don’t, you can get replacements for free.

Plus, Silent Feet are easy to assemble in six simple steps that don’t require any tools. A project doesn’t have to take all day to be effective. In fact, you can assemble Silent Feet in a few minutes and get on with the rest of your day.

Reduce Excessive Noise Cheaply with a Washing Machine Pad

Saturday, August 8th, 2009

Got a washing machine that seems like it’s stuck on heavy metal music? Sometimes, the shaking of your washer can be so intense it’s ridiculous. You feel embarrassed if relatives or neighbors stop by anytime you’re doing laundry.

It’s a fairly common problem, but a real dilemma. It can not only be frustrating and the source of many a headache, but loud washers can often cut in on family time, studying hours, and even impact sleep schedules. With the busyness of today’s lifestyle, many families like to start a load of laundry just before bed. Excessive shaking, however, can keep you up at night. You shouldn’t need to lose sleep over a loud washing machine.

Often, it’s a natural result of wear. As washing machines age, their internal dampening devices designed to reduce noise wear out. Sometimes even newer models have more shaking than you’d like, however. It’s important to always read reviews of washing machine models before purchased to avoid such problems, but that doesn’t mean you need to be stuck with a noisy washing machine.

Don’t feel like you’re stuck with keeping an elephant in the laundry room that kicks and rams the walls of your laundry room. There are inexpensive solutions that can keep you from having to buy a new washer. There’s a recession on, and few family budgets these days want to shell out money for a new washer.

With a washing machine pad, you can significantly reduce washing machine noise to a gentle hum. They can be found for a reasonable price on the Internet. In fact, you can find a quality noise-reducing device that has a lifetime guarantee for about the same price as taking your family to the movies.

There have been significant innovations in the industry, particularly with the material of the washing machine pad. While many cheaper models are made from rubber and don’t last more than a couple of years, more specialized parts you can find on the Internet are made from the same enhanced polymers that have been used by NASA and NASCAAR for years as energy absorbing devices.

Quiet that noisy washing machine down. There’s no reason your laundry room needs to sound like a heavy metal concert. Reduce washing machine noise with noise reducing accessories. They can be installed in a few minutes without the use of tools. You deserve a washing machine that runs like a dream. When your machine hums and soothes, you’ll have peace and quiet again. You’ll be able to relax.

Consumer Reports – The Noisy Truth About 2009 Washers and Dryers

Monday, March 30th, 2009

The latest Consumer Reports reviews are now available for washers and dryers on sale in 2009 at www.consumerreports.org.  These reviews provide a wealth of great information about purchasing a new washer or dryer.  Some of the information available includes test results for washing performance, energy efficiency, water efficiency, capacity, gentleness, cycle time and most importantly for Silent Feet customers, noise and vibration.  All the test results were grouped by type of washing machine so that front and top loading machines could be compared accurately.

Even expensive washing machines for 2009 could leave your ears ringing and your dishes rattling

Even expensive washing machines for 2009 could leave your ears ringing and your dishes rattling

The two washing machines that had the worst vibration and noise were an LG and an Asko Ultracare which according to Consumer Reports, “shook so vigorously in our tests that they would be poor choises for laundry rooms on framed floors.” Anyone considering installing a washing machine on a framed floor or any floor other than a concrete slab should strongly consider the use of a vibration pad like Silent Feet.  Without such a pad under the washer and dryer the vibrations caused by the machines can degrade and destroy the structural integrity of the floor.  Other major concerns raised by the reports were anti-allergen features, longer cycle wash cycles and their negative effects on fabrics and finally problems with mold growth in washing machines.

For customers considering purchasing a new washing machine in the coming year, we strongly recommend installing Silent Feet products under any of the following models.  Each of these models earned the lowest scores in their category for noise and vibration.

Front-Loading Washing Machines
Frigidaire Affinity ATF8000F[S]
Kenmore HE2t 4756[I]
LG WM2277H[W]
Speed Queen CTSAOA[W]N
Kenmore HE2 Plus 4751[2]
Whirlpool Duet Sport WFW8300S[W]

Top-Loading Washing Machines
GE WJRE5500G[WW]
Kenmore 2884[2]
GE Profile WPRE6150H[WT]
Maytag MTW5800T[W]
Whirlpool WTW5800S[W]
Amana NRW5700T[Q]
Kenmore 2872[2]
Staber HXW2304
Estate ETW4400T[Q]
GE WHDRR418G[WW]
GE WWSE5240G [WW]
Hotpoint VWSR4160G[WW]
Haier Genesis GWT900A[W]
Whirlpool WTW5300S[Q]
Kenmore 2742[2]
Frigidaire FWS1233F[S]

Dryers
GE Profile DPSE810EG[WT]
Maytag MED5900T[W]
Miele Touchtronic T9800
Kenmore 6683[2]
Amana NED5800T[Q]
Whirlpool WED5800S[W]
GE DTSR495EF[GG]
Fisher & Paykel DEGX2
GE DRSR483EG[WW]
Whirlpool WED5500S[Q]
Staber HXD2304E

For complete reviews, buying recommendations and more information about washer and dryer noise and vibration check out consumer review sites like Consumer Reports, Consumer Search and CNET Reviews.

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