Recommended Industry Applications
- Roofing
- Rental Centers
The Ecko is a Push Type Magnet Designed with All The Features But Lighter
The Lighter Choice for Roofers!
Ecko Lightweight Roofing Magnetic Sweeper is designed for roofers that want a lighter sweeper but with all the features of quick clean off, height adjustability and durability.
Designed for use on grass because of its unique “Wrap Around” feature that prevents debris from being wiped off by long grass or weeds. The debris simply snaps around onto the back of the sweeper.
Secondary debris release handle, simply pull and debris falls off.
Five wheel height adjustment settings to fine tune the sweeping height for optimum performance.
$269.99 - $289.99 USD
See Pricing For All Models Below
Product Pricing
Ecko™ 20 magnetic sweeper
$ 269.99Shipping
Weight: 18.7 lbs | Length: 29
Width: 9 | Height: 9
SKU:
E20
Ecko™ 26 magnetic sweeper
$ 289.99Shipping
Weight: 22 lbs | Length: 33
Width: 9 | Height: 9
SKU:
E26
* If you want to order more than one you may add or adjust product quantities once you have added the product to your shopping cart.
Specs
| Ecko Series | Ecko 20 | Ecko 26 |
|---|---|---|
| SKU | E20 | E26 |
| Sweeper Width | 20″ | 26″ |
| Ground Clearance | 1/2″ to 2 1/2″ in 1/2″ increments | 1/2″ to 2 1/2″ in 1/2″ increments |
| Cleaning Method | Debris Release Handle | Debris Release Handle |
| Height Adjustability | Yes, 5 wheel bolt settings | Yes, 5 wheel bolt settings |
| Housing Construction | Aluminum 1/8″ walls | Aluminum 1/8″ walls |
| Wheels | 6″ plastic wheel | 6″ plastic wheel |
| Magnetic Surface Area | 45 sq. inches | 60 sq. inches |
| Maximum Lifting Height (using 2.5″, 8 penny nails) | 4 1/4″ | 4 1/4″ |
| Total Sweeper Weight | 17.7 lbs | 21 lbs |
| Total Shipping Weight | 18.7 lbs | 22 lbs |
| Shipping Dimensions | 29″L x 9″W x 9″H | 33″L x 9″W x 9″H |
| Sweeper Handle | 3 pc aluminum | 3 pc aluminum |
| Maintenance | None | None |
| Accessoriese | None | None |
| Pricing Range | $269.99 | $289.99 |
CAD Drawings
There are no CAD drawings.
Literature
Accessories
There are no Ecko accessories.
Rolling Magnet for Picking Up Nails in Yards
The Ecko rolling magnet is a popular option for picking up nails from grass, gravel and other surfaces. It has features to make clean up easier with a quick release lever, wrap around function and durable aluminum construction. Take a look at this video from the 2023 Dallas IRE to get a quick preview.
Easily Drop Everything with a Pull of the Quick Release Handle
Debris release handle lifts magnetic housing out of the tray. Debris then drops off the bottom of sweeper.
This is not a cheap piece of junk...
A Push Magnet where every feature has a purpose
On a tool there should be nothing extraneous that doesn’t have a purpose, everything should be for a reason, and form should follow function. The Ecko Lightweight Roofing Magnetic Sweeper, like all Bluestreak magnetic sweepers exemplifies this.
The five wheel height settings allow you to fine tune the sweeping height to ensure maximum performance in your conditions you normally experience.
The angled front nose makes it much easier to push through the grass, all the pivot points have nylon flange bushings so there is no metal on metal contact, meaning no squeaks, long life, and a nice tight feel to the tool.
And the feature you’ll use the most, the handle, was specifically made three pieces to give the handle sturdiness and durability and also contributes to the tight feel of the sweeper unlike many single piece handle designs on the market. It’s all about the details and the Ecko Lightweight Roofing Magnetic Sweeper pays attention to them all.
Unique Wrap Around Feature
“Wrap around” feature designed for pushing the magnetic sweeper through grass. The "Wrap Around" feature prevents debris from being brushed off by grass once picked up. The debris just wraps around onto the back side of the magnet instead.
The strength of the magnet and pickup is awesome.
Sweeping Height Control
Adjustable sweeping height from .5″ to 2.5″ to accommodate any situation. Height adjustment allows fine tuning of performance on a variety of terrains and conditions for optimum performance.
Super Sturdy Handle
The feature you’ll use the most, the handle, was specifically made three pieces to give the handle sturdiness and durability and also contributes to the tight feel of the sweeper unlike many single piece handle designs on the market.
Flange Bushings on Moving Parts
All moving parts are protected by nylon flange bushings to reduce wear and extend sweeper life.
Ecko Pickup Height Performance
A performance test to show the pickup height of the Ecko Lightweight Roofing Magnetic Sweeper. We’re using a 2 1/2 inch nail for the test and the Ecko is picking it up at a 4 and 1/4 inches height.
Additional Features
- Angled "nose" to allow easier pushing through grass.
- Available in two sizes 20" and 26".
- Double attachments on all three lifting points to increase durability.
- Rugged three piece "Y" handle design for sturdiness and durability.
- Rugged Durability. All moving parts are protected by nylon flange bushings to reduce wear and extend sweeper life.
- Stands upright on its own when not in use, so no stooping over to pick it up all the time and reduces risk of having it accidentally run over by a vehicle.
- Welded design for extra durability and long life.
Shipping Costs & Methods
Shipping Options
Shipping options and charges available at checkout.
Real-Time Shipping Rates
Shipping rates are calculated by connecting directly to shipping carriers, giving you real time shipping quotes when you order online.
International Shipping
Some international orders outside North America may require a freight quote on checkout before the order can be completed.
Payment Methods
Full line of magnetic sweeper products. All items in stock. Shop Online and Pay by Visa, Visa Debit, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB, PayPal or Pay by Cheque or EFT / Wire Transfer.
Made In Canada
All products proudly designed and manufactured in Canada
(since 2005).
No Border Issues
We handle U.S. customs clearance so you don’t have to.
Pay only the charges identified at checkout.
All Items In Stock
All products are stocked for quick shipping and delivery.
$269.99 USD – $289.99 USD
Quality materials and strong magnet. Although I don’t have any previous experience with other sweepers to make a really scientific comparison, the online research that I did made me feel semi-confident that spending the extra money on a Bluestreak was worth the risk, especially since “all-terrain” sweepers with a release feature (and the wrap-around design of the magnet for pushing through grass/gravel without brushing off what I collected) were unclear or not available in many other brands.
I do wish the wheels could be raised/lowered with levers (like a lawnmower’s) instead of wrenches. Also, a longer (or adjustable) handle would be more comfortable for taller users…I sometimes pull the sweeper through some gravel for easier use, but obviously that negates the wrap-around effect of the magnet. I’ll probably add an extra piece of steel to the handle eventually to extend it a bit, but it would’ve been nice not to need to.
Otherwise, so far, so good!
The Bluestreak Equipment Rolling Magnetic Sweeper is a quality tool that is easy to use and reliable. The wrap around design means you won’t leave any metal behind. A great design for the professionals.
A magnetic sweeper is one of those tools that you really don’t think about. Most guys are quick to brag about their drill, saw or impact, but not so much when it comes to a sweeper. It’s one of those tools that doesn’t get the respect it should. I understand why it doesn’t get the respect, there’s no motor, no power. But it should get respect because of what it does. A sweeper cleans up after you are done and can save your name and your money. So let’s jump into the rolling magnetic sweeper review.
Rolling Magnetic Sweeper Review Overview
I am doing a bunch of work around my house and we removed a room in the back. Needless to say that when we were done, there were nails and other metal objects everywhere. I grabbed my roller and went to town. About half done, the roller broke. Inspecting it closer I realized how cheap it was made. So I set out to find a quality replacement.
I kept coming across a company called BlueStreak Equipment so I reached out to them and learned a little more about their company. After performing my due diligence I was sold on them. The company seemed like it really cared about the quality of their product and their customer’s experience with their product. Take a look at their company, it’s amazing how many different sweepers and magnetic products they offer. They do anything from a simple magnetic roller all the way up to airport stuff. What I really liked about BlueStreak is they don’t make a one size fits all sweeper. They offer a wide variety for specific applications.
Long story short, I ended up with the 26″ Ecko Series and love it. Before I go into the features, it’s easy to see the difference between this quality sweeper and the cheap ones.
Rolling Magnetic Sweeper Review Features
The sweeper is shipped in a single box and does require assembly. Good news, the directions are great and it’s very easy to put together.
The sweeper is mostly a strong aluminum frame.
The push handle and the release handles have a soft sponge padding for comfort.
You can adjust the wheels to 5 different heights. You will need a wrench to make this adjustment. I do wish they had a single level that would raise and lover the unit instead of having to loosen a nut to make the adjustment.
After you are done sweeping an area, just lift up the release lever and the magnet will raise which will let all the metal objects fall to the ground in a pile.
The wrap around design is the bread and butter of this system. As with all sweepers, the magnet will pull metal objects to the bottom of the sweeper. However, the Ecko has a unique wrap-around design.
When you are going through grass, the grass can eventually push the metal object to the back of the sweeper where they fall back into the grass. With the Ecko, instead of falling back into the grass, the magnet will pull them up around the back so they never fall back down. Awesome design feature.
Rolling Magnetic Sweeper Review Performance
As I noted earlier, my sweeper broke about halfway through my clean up. Once I received the Ecko, I went back over the areas that were already done and I picked up a ton of nails left behind by my bargain sweeper. Right there sold me on this sweeper. While I love the design and wrap around, the strength of the magnet and pick up is awesome.
This was the area we removed the room. As you can see the terrain is very uneven.
This is what I picked up even after sweeping the area with my old sweeper.
This was all the nails I picked up on the side that was never swept. Notice that the nails are sticking everywhere and not just in certain areas. That is because this sweeper uses a full magnet and not a couple magnets put together.
I decided to go through the tall grass since I replaced windows a couple of weeks earlier. Even though I went through with my old sweeper, I still picked up a bunch of nails.
You can really see how the wrap around design keeps the nails on the sweeper. Any other sweeper would have dropped these nails back into the grass, but not the Ecko with the wrap-around design.
All in all this sweeper picked up a bunch of nails, screws and other metal objects.
After using this sweeper, I am fully impressed and am sold on the wrap-around design along with the full magnetic system.
Rolling Magnetic Sweeper Review Value
This roller retails for about $200 which is worth every penny. BlueStreak also offers less expensive models, but I love the Ecko series.
When it comes to sweepers, sure you can buy other brands but let me tell you that after my research I can really tell a difference between the cheap rollers and the quality rollers like the Ecko. If you are in the trades I would pony up the extra couple of dollars and give yourself peace of mind that you are cleaning up everything once the job is done.
Using the Ecko makes it easy to clean up once your job is done or once you are done for the night.
Rolling Magnetic Sweeper Review Final Thoughts
BlueStreak made a high-quality product with their Ecko series sweeper. I love how light the tool is and how easy it is to use. The biggest plus with this sweeper is the wrap-around design which works awesome. You can be assured that once you pick up a piece of metal, it will stay attached until you want it removed. Grass and other objects will not knock it off.