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…
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.
Choosing the right truck wash soap will go a long way to ensuring your fleet stays clean and runs smoothly for years to come. But there are many different types of chemicals in your detergents and soaps. Some consist of corrosive ingredients and it can be important to know if they are safe for your fleet or the people using them.
On Feb. 14, a flock of about 240,000 chickens owned by Tyson Foods Inc. in Kentucky tested positive for a highly lethal form of bird flu — the H5N1 strain. This is part of a widening outbreak that threatens the entire U.S. poultry industry.
