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It’s extremely important to make sure you NEVER let your pressure washer and attachments freeze if there is ANY water left in it. Water expands immensely when frozen! [Read More](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/pressure-washers/how-to-prepare-your-equipment-for-winter) [Hydro-Chem Sales](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/author/hydro-chem-sales) 11/05/2018 #### [Pressure Washer Safety 101](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/pressure-washers/pressure-washer-safety-101) A pressure washer is a powerful tool that utilizes high pressure in a precise pattern to clean multiple types of surfaces, which also creates the possibility of injury. Here are some basic safety measures you can use to help prevent serious injury and get all the benefits a pressure washer can provide. [Read More](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/pressure-washers/pressure-washer-safety-101) [Hydro-Chem Sales](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/author/hydro-chem-sales) 05/06/2017 #### [What Is The ECU Of A Pressure Washer, And Why Is It Important For Touchless Vehicle Washing?](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/pressure-washers/what-is-the-ecu-of-a-pressure-washer-and-why-is-it-important-for-touchless-vehicle-washing) How much PSI and GPM are required to get your job done properly and efficiently? The cleaning efficiency of a pressure washer is calculated using the formula (PSI x GPM). This simple equation yields E.C.U. which stands for “effective cleaning units” this value is an excellent proxy for the true cleaning power of a pressure washer. Most people only consider pressure… [Read More](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/pressure-washers/what-is-the-ecu-of-a-pressure-washer-and-why-is-it-important-for-touchless-vehicle-washing) [Hydro-Chem Sales](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/author/hydro-chem-sales) 02/03/2017 #### [Water Pressure vs Volume: What's the Difference?](https://blog.hydrochemsystems.com/fleet-washing-tips/pressure-vs-volume) So, you’re in the market for a new pressure washer? We understand it can be overwhelming with how many options are out there today. Well, luckily you’ve come to the right place. When selecting a pressure washer, there are two main factors that you need to consider: Water pressure vs volume. 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