A Sticky Fix for Hard-to-Reach Items: 123Invent Unveils Jam Pole Attachment

New add-on promises an easier way to pull small items from shelves

123Invent has rolled out a small, sticky accessory meant to fit on standard jam poles and help workers retrieve small items from high or cramped shelves. The company announced the product in a short release, saying the add-on aims to cut the time and fuss spent fishing for boxes, bags and misplaced parts in warehouses, storerooms and retail back rooms.

Design and use: a simple sticky pad that slips onto the pole

The accessory is built as a soft, tacky pad mounted on a lightweight plate that clips or slides onto the end of a typical jam pole. According to the release, the pad uses a reusable, slightly adhesive material — think a mild, non-staining tack rather than permanent glue — so it picks up small items like tape rolls, plastic bags, labels and loose hardware without damaging them.

The company describes the material as washable and replaceable. The plate is shaped to match common jam pole tips, so it should sit flush and not change the pole’s length or balance noticeably. The attachment is pitched for workers who need a quick way to recover items that fall behind shelving or get pushed to the back of a bin without climbing ladders or using a second tool.

Typical use cases include warehouse picking, retail restocking, maintenance closets and any situation where a long reach is needed but the item is too light or small for a hook. 123Invent’s announcement also highlights simple performance claims: the pad can grab a range of shapes and materials, it can be cleaned and reused, and it is inexpensive to replace if it wears out. Those claims come from the company’s release and likely reflect in-house testing rather than independent validation.

Who built it and why they made it

The product comes from the small design shop 123Invent, which develops practical aftermarket attachments and accessories. The brief company statement that accompanied the announcement framed the accessory as a response to everyday frustrations on the shop floor and in small retail settings — the sort of problem that doesn’t need a high-tech fix but does need a better tap-and-pull tool.

The release said the inventor is a hands-on mechanic and longtime warehouse worker who wanted a fast, low-cost way to retrieve small parts without interrupting workflow. 123Invent positions itself as a maker of simple fixes and low-volume add-ons rather than a large industrial supplier, and this accessory fits that profile.

How this fits into the market and what it doesn’t solve

There are already tools for reaching and retrieving — hooks, magnetic poles, sticky grabbers and small claw tools. This new tacky pad sits between a hook and a magnet: it’s not for heavy or metallic items, but it can handle odd shapes and lightweight goods that slip past hooks or don’t stick to magnets.

The company mentions intellectual property protections in its release, but it’s not clear whether those are pending patent filings, design registrations, or simply claims of original design. In practical terms, the idea is straightforward enough that competitors could offer similar pads unless stronger legal protections are in place. Also, the approach has limits: it won’t work for dusty, greasy or very wet surfaces, and very heavy items remain out of reach for a tacky pad.

How to get one and what to watch next

123Invent said the accessory will be available directly from the company and through selected resellers later this year. The release listed contact details for press and distribution inquiries; buyers should expect a small price per pad and options to purchase replacement pads or multi-packs.

For now, the sensible next steps are practical ones: watch for hands-on demos from third parties that test durability and real-world grip, and look for clarity on any patent filings if you care about longer-term exclusivity. This kind of simple, practical tool can catch on quickly if it reduces small annoyances on the job. It’s not a dramatic industrial breakthrough, but it could be a useful, low-cost helper in the right work environments.

Sources

• prnewswire.com