Experts are predicating “a warmer, wetter-than-normal” winter this year for much of the United States. But as the colder weather approaches, it’s crucial that your fleet washing operation is prepared for freezing temperatures, potential snowfall, and road salt. Especially in the northern areas of the country.

With summer in full swing, it’s important to understand how the heat can impact your fleet washing detergents, washing process, and overall cleaning results. High temperatures can influence the effectiveness of your cleaning solutions and add challenges.

How To Clean Aluminum Trailers and Tankers with Hydro-Chem Systems Products Cleaning aluminum tankers, trailers, and other truck parts like rails, rims, or fuel tanks can be an overlooked part of fleet washing. That’s not surprising because brushing it can be a real pain (literally) and you’ve probably just finished washing what might be considered the most important…

The trucking industry is huge and offers great opportunities for mobile fleet washing businesses. Since most commercial transportation involves trucks and there are millions of trucks in the US, there's a big demand for truck washing services.

When it comes to keeping your big trucks and fleets looking their best, dealing with spotting and streaking after a wash can be a real headache. These issues often get mistaken for soap-related problems, but in reality, they might have a different source. To tackle spotting and streaking effectively, let’s dig deeper into what can cause these problems and find the…

Almost every aggressive aluminum brightener contains acid, usually hydrofluoric acid (HF) and/or ammonium bifluoride (ABF). Both of these ingredients are very common in the fleet cleaning industry to brighten any non-polished aluminum, or as the 1st Step in a 2-Step fleet washing method. But how much do you know about these chemicals? Could they damage your fleet?…

Have you ever thought about running a mobile fleet washing business, but weren't sure where to start? Maybe you've seen YouTube videos about how successful it can be. Or perhaps you're a truck driver tired of waiting in long lines at the truck wash, only to end up with streaks on your rig, thinking you could do a better job. Well, you can!

Looking to clean your 18-wheeler without so much physical labor? While it might be satisfying to take your power washer and clean your big rig, there’s a better way to wash your fleet without involving so much wasted time and physical effort.

Fleet wash consistency is one of the most important things in the fleet washing world. Think of it like ordering a Big Mac; you expect the same, quality product every time you order no matter where you are or what time of year it is. Having consistency allows you to make better decisions. No longer will you be guessing how much soap to use or what kind of water is…