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Is a belt drive pressure washer pump better than a direct drive pump? It’s a question many people have when it comes to choosing the right power washer for cleaning their fleet. We've tried both pressure washer pumps to see which is better. In this article, we explain how each pump works and look at the pros and cons of each type of pump, so you can make the best…

Whether you’re a bus driver, manage a fleet of buses, or have your own school bus system, you need to know how to wash your buses correctly. It’s more than just picking the right detergent, spraying it on the surface, and then pressure washing it off. If that’s the entire process, you’re still going to be left with a thin layer of dirt and grime on the bus surface…

Having aluminum surfaces on your fleet can be beneficial for many reasons. Not only do they require repairs less often, they are also lighter than its alternatives. In fact, aluminum truck beds are typically 40% lighter than steel truck beds that have the same strength. While aluminum truck surfaces do require less maintenance, they are often more expensive to buy.…

Managing a fleet of your own demands a considerable amount of time and resources — from scheduling pickup and delivery to maintenance to fleet washing. But if you don’t have high-quality chemicals or an automated truck wash, you probably experience considerable downtime. Especially if your fleet spends a lot of time on the road and is covered with dirt, grime, and…

When you’re trying to decide on what pressure washer is best for cleaning your fleet, there are several factors you need to consider. You need to understand its volume (GPM), pressure level (PSI), whether to pick downstream or upstream chemical injectors, nozzle types, and of course, what chemicals you plan to use.

Do you know how to determine the proper wash bay size for your cleaning needs? When it comes to the dimensions of a truck wash bay, one size will never fit all. There are many different truck styles and many different ways to clean a truck. Will you need a bay for hand washing your trucks? Are you going to have an Automated Drive-Thru wash installed in your bay? Or…

As of April 26, 2022, North America has continued to have more cases of HPAI spreading into more than 29 states and Canadian provinces as stated by the USDA. Over 33 million birds have been affected, including more than 150 commercial flocks resulting in millions of chickens being culled as a bird flu outbreak ravages the industry. This year is shaping up to meet or…

2022 welcomed the return of the “Fleet Wash Academy” conference with this year’s edition at the Harrah’s Casino Meeting Center in Las Vegas, NV. There were mobile fleet washing contractors ranging from less than a year to more than 30 years of experience, representing 30-40 different companies traveling from across the United States and as far away as Uruguay!

It’s important to clean your heavy equipment, machinery, and vehicles regularly. Whether you’re operating tractors, excavators, or even forklifts, every project often involves an extreme build-up of dirt, grease, and grime. If left unattended, it makes it more difficult to wash and could eventually cause maintenance issues, which significantly reduce the longevity of…

There are many fleet wash myths floating around the internet masquerading as professional advice. Following them won’t just mean your trucks and vehicles are cleaned incorrectly, it could also cost you money in the long run.