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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.

As environmental challenges continue to evolve, the world needs to adapt to overcome them. Whether it's shrinking resources or climate change, it affects us all. But while we face these obstacles in our personal lives, they also impact businesses. And the fleet washing industry is no exception. At Hydro-Chem Systems, we strive to be the complete solution for fleet…

If you’re struggling to keep your aluminum truck and trailer parts looking clean, it might be because you are not using a low pH presoak cleaner. An acidic cleaner will knock down oxidation and bring out the best clean on your aluminum when paired with an alkaline-based soap to remove dirt and grime.

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…

In recent years, the United States has faced significant challenges in containing the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), commonly known as bird flu. The consequences of outbreaks have been devastating for the poultry industry, with millions of birds culled to curb the spread of the virus. However, the threat has evolved. HPAI now affects dairy herds…

Keeping your fleet clean and in good condition is crucial. But not all companies in the fleet washing industry are the same. Some companies only focus on building equipment, others might only manufacture chemicals, and many lack the desire or expertise to repair and maintain automated wash systems, even if it’s their own equipment. It sounds bleak and there are…

Maintaining your automated wash system should be considered the same as protecting other parts of your operation. If you aren’t managing your organization’s schedule and workflow well, it will take a lot of time and effort to get everything back on track.

Maintaining your fleet is one of the most important aspects of many businesses, especially when you work in logistics and distribution. But it’s definitely no simple task. Arguably the biggest threat to maintaining the operation and the longevity of your fleet is corrosion. Corrosion slowly eats away the metal on your trucks and trailers, and often begins in…

In today's competitive landscape, effective branding is critical for businesses to stand out and capture attention. For fleet operators, vinyl wraps are a powerful tool for visual communication - transforming your trucks and trailers into mobile billboards. These vibrant wraps not only enhance brand recognition but also serve as marketing tools, reaching a large…

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…