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Know your Foam! Foam cannons and foam guns can be valuable tools for fleet washing businesses and DIY truck washes. They are another method of performing a 2-Step Fleet Wash. Knowing their differences and learning about their proper uses can be a challenge. In this blog, we’ll compare foam cannons and foam guns, examining the benefits and drawbacks between them, as…

If you own or operate specialized 2-step truck wash equipment, you know how important it is to keep your system running smoothly and efficiently. A malfunctioning system can cause delays, customer dissatisfaction, and loss of revenue. That's why you need to know how to troubleshoot your system and fix common problems before they become major issues. In this blog,…

October was Employee Ownership Month, and Hydro-Chem Systems is proud to be a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP). We spent this month celebrating!

Owning a pressure washing business can be a profitable venture. But if you are just getting started in the industry, how do you get your first truck-washing gig? Our account managers at Hydro-Chem Systems interact with mobile wash businesses of all experience levels on a regular basis, and this is a topic that continues to come up. We compiled a list of fleet washing…

You want your fleet of trucks to stay clean, but there is so much information out there about the different types of washes and the equipment used for fleets, how do you know what would be best for your fleet? In this article, we will cover a variety of truck wash equipment and discuss the top benefits, features, and applications of each equipment type.

At Hydro-Chem Systems (HCS), we believe in fostering strong partnerships with dedicated professionals in the cleaning industry. In this blog post, we will provide valuable insights into the process of becoming a distributor and highlight the remarkable advantages of being a part of the Hydro-Chem Systems family. If you are passionate about providing exceptional…

HCS strives to offer our customers a complete solution to their fleet washing needs. As part of our proven process, our account managers consult with customers and distributors to determine what their challenges are and figure out what systems and products will help them produce an efficient and low cost per wash.

Despite what a lot of sites on the internet tell you, there is a right and a wrong way to wash your fleet. If you use the wrong chemicals or even equipment, you could seriously damage your truck. And if you repeat the process with your entire fleet, you’ve potentially caused thousands of dollars of damage.

Choosing the best truck wash soap for your fleet is never as simple as picking between two different brands.

In the transportation industry, not all metals are created equal. At quick glance, wheels, fuel tanks, fenders, exhaust stacks, and tankers may have the same metallic appearance but they could still consist of different types of metal, coatings, and finishes. Overall, the use of stainless steel versus aluminum depends on the type of materials being transported, fuel…