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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.

Downtime can be a significant challenge for anyone in charge of a fleet, impacting productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction. The problem is that every minute a vehicle is out of commission due to maintenance, repairs, or other issues translates into lost opportunities and increased costs.

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.

The most neglected part of fleet washing is always the undercarriage. But it’s also one of the most important areas you should target. But how do you clean the undercarriage of your trucks, trailers, and other vehicles so they don’t rust? In this article, we'll explain why it’s so important for your business to know how to clean your undercarriage properly, how to…

Part 2 of Different Ways to 2-Step Fleet Wash is a continuation of our blog on Different Ways to 2-Step Fleet Wash, Part 1: 2-Step Systems. In this, we will discuss more ways to 2-Step Wash, this time without using any specific system or equipment that is designed specifically for 2-Step Washing.

2-step washing is an efficient and effective cleaning process for vehicle fleets, semis, trailers, heavy equipment, and other machinery. When performed properly and with regular frequency, 2-step washing will produce the best touchless cleaning results. We have previously covered the topic of 2-step science & education but many customers ask us “How do I 2-step?” or…

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.