Aeolus 130cm (52″) Overhead Grooming Arm. This is a heavy-duty piece of equipment designed for professional groomers who handle a wide variety of breeds, especially larger or more “wiggly” dogs.
Here is a breakdown of why this specific model is a staple in many salons:
Key Features & Specs
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Dimensions: It stands at 130cm (52 inches), making it tall enough to accommodate almost any breed, from Toy Poodles to Great Danes.
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Overhead Design: Unlike single-post arms, the “bridge” or overhead style provides multiple points of contact. This allows you to use two or three grooming loops simultaneously to keep a dog centered and safe.
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Durability: Usually constructed from heavy-duty square steel tubing with a powder-coated or chrome finish to prevent rusting from salon humidity.
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Adjustability: The height is adjustable to ensure you aren’t over-extending while working on smaller pups.
Why Go Overhead?
If you’ve been struggling with a standard single-post arm, the overhead system offers a few major upgrades:
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Anti-Sit Support: You can place one loop under the neck and another under the haunches to prevent “sitters” from ruining your scissor work.
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Stability: It minimizes the “swing” factor. If a dog tries to pivot, the dual-point system keeps them aligned with the table.
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Safety: Its much harder for a dog to jump off the table when they are secured from above in two locations.
Compatibility Check
[!IMPORTANT] Before purchasing, ensure your grooming table is at least 120cm to 130cm long. These arms are designed to clamp onto the ends of the table; if the table is too short, the arm will be unstable; if it’s too long, the bridge won’t reach both sides.
