Hydro-Spray
Lee’s Summit, Missouri
For more than 40 years, Hydro-Spray has led the way in the self-serve car wash industry. Now operating under C K Car Care — a leader in chemical manufacturing — Hydro-Spray continues to revolutionize the market with advanced technology and durable, energy-efficient systems.
What’s New/Best Seller • Elite Plus Stacker.
Advantages/Features • The Elite Plus Stacker is a self-serve system designed to maximize efficiency and simplify installation. The vertical, multi-bay system delivers a one-bay, one-pump solution driven by a high-efficiency VFD motor and integrated PLC controls. Its stacked design supports up to six bays, cutting clutter while saving energy, space, and money. The unit comes pre-plumbed and pre-wired, with plug-and-play simplicity to get a site up and running quickly. Key features include nine configurable outputs for rinse, soap, wax, pre-soak, and more; downstream chemical injection with precise metering; integrated weep or blow-down selection; remote and network-ready controls; single-button wash down mode for fast bay cleanup; durable 304 stainless steel frame; service-friendly access; and high-quality components.
Contact • Hydro-Spray,
2 SW Industrial Dr.,
Lee’s Summit, MO 64081.
(816) 890-8995.
E-mail: info@hydrospray.com.
Website: www.hydrospray.com.
Kleen-Rite Corporation
Columbia, Pennsylvania
Kleen-Rite Corp. is a reliable supplier for the car wash industry. Customers enjoy wholesale pricing and a great selection of car wash equipment, parts, pumps, car care products, towels, soaps, and more. High-quality detailing, chemical dispensing, and pressure washing products are also available.
What’s New/Best Seller • Coin Boxes.
Advantages/Features • The coin boxes deliver reliable money acceptance and function control, perfect for self-serve car washes of all sizes. Thanks to a variety of sizes and options, Kleen-Rite coin boxes are suitable for new car wash builds or upgrades to older bays. Each coin box features industry components, including Dixmor digital timers, MA850 Coin Acceptors, and CPI Talos Validators. The boxes accept coins and tokens as well as $1, $5, $10, and $20 bills. LED9 and various credit options are available on Pro-Line coin boxes.
Contact • Kleen-Rite Corporation,
257 S 9th Street or P.O. Box 886,
Columbia, PA 17512.
(717) 684-6721.
Toll free: (800) 233-3873.
Toll free fax: (800) 446-0495.
Website: www.kleen-ritecorp.com.
Stone Soap Company Inc.
Sylvan Lake, Michigan
Stone Soap Company is one of America’s oldest and most trusted manufacturers of car wash detergents and waxes. Since 1932, its goal has been to provide the highest-quality, most innovative products in the professional vehicle-washing industry.
What’s New/Best Seller • Rainbow Liquid Pressure Wash.
Advantages/Features • Rainbow Liquid Pressure Wash was developed for self-serve car washes. It safely removes tough soils from all vehicle surfaces while delivering a show of cherry-scented pink foam for customers. The product is available in 5-, 15-, 30-, and 55-gallon containers.
Contact • Stone Soap Company Inc.,
2000 Pontiac Drive,
Sylvan Lake, MI 48320.
(248) 706-1000.
Toll free: (800) 952-SOAP.
Fax: (248) 706-1001.
E-mail: sales@stonesoap.com.
Website: www.stonesoap.com.
Doyle Vacuum Systems LLC
Kentwood, Michigan
Doyle Vacuum Systems is dedicated to producing reliable, high-quality, and high-performing equipment. Doyle manufactures and distributes a full line of vacuum equipment — including various coin-operated and free-use vacuums, vacuum arches, mat holders, fragrance machines, shampoo machines, air machines, blower/dryer machines, and commercial-grade portable wet/dry vacuums. The company also offers custom design and fabrication services to meet specific operator needs.
What’s New/Best Seller • LK Series PayMaster Meter Boxes and Replacement Doors.
Advantages/Features • The meter boxes and doors allow operators to upgrade a wash facility to improve the customer experience, offer more services, and take more forms of payment. The products feature vandal-resistant ring-illuminated push-button controls, a dot-matrix display timer, a last-coin alert horn, and high-quality graphics with polycarbonate overlays (standard or custom design). Payment options include coins, bills, and credit cards. Constructed of heavy-duty stainless steel for security and durability, they are designed to provide years of reliable service. The controller has outputs for up to 12 individual functions, plus stop, and three auxiliary controls which can be activated either individually or in any combination with each selected function. A bolt-on coin vault is optional, and the boxes can be either recessed in the wall or surface-mounted. The replacement doors are designed to be a “direct fit” replacement for the original door supplied by the manufacturer. The company currently has panels designed to fit the D/H Millennium Time Manager, the GinSan Ultimate Meter Box, and the Original D/H 9” Meter Box — with the ability to design and layout others as needed.
Contact • Doyle Vacuum Systems LLC,
4315 Airwest Dr. SE,
Kentwood, MI 49315.
(616) 554-9555.
Fax: (616) 554-9898.
E-mail: sales@doylevacuum.com.
Website: www.doylevacuum.com.
Extrutech Plastics Inc.
Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Extrutech Plastics is an ISO9001:2015QMS certified USA manufacturer with 34 years of experience providing bright white, easy-to-clean wall and ceiling panels to the car wash industry.
What’s New/Best Seller • Extrutech FORM.
Advantages/Features • Extrutech FORM is a patented, stay-in-place concrete wall form system for high moisture areas, built to withstand the harsh car wash environment. The FORM panels provide a bright white, smooth, non-porous finish for both interior and exterior surfaces. Each FORM panel is 2’ wide, 6” or 8” thick, cut to lengths of up to 24’, and shipped as a kit to the job site. With strong snap-together E-locking edges, panels can be set up side-by-side, resulting in a bright white, easy-to-clean finished wall.
Contact • Extrutech Plastics Inc.,
5902 West Custer Street,
Manitowoc, WI 54220.
Toll free: (888) 818-0118.
E-mail: info@epiplastics.com.
Etowah Valley Equipment Inc.
Etowah, North Carolina
Etowah Valley Equipment Inc. is a family-owned and operated business founded in 1985 as a small self-serve car wash. The company has since evolved to provide solutions to the industry. Etowah Valley Equipment offers a wide range of services, including high-pressure systems, low-pressure systems, credit card systems, triple foam systems, in-bay bill acceptors, and much more.
What’s New/Best Seller • Custom Meter Boxes.
Advantages/Features • Etowah Valley has made it easy for operators to build and order meters. Operators select the options and features that matter to their self-serve business, and Etowah builds a meter box to fit their needs. The economic custom meter boxes are available as new builds or retrofits and can be designed to update and replace existing meter boxes with tailored features.
Contact • Etowah Valley Equipment Inc.,
47 Etowah Center Drive,
P.O. Box 1265,
Etowah, NC 28729.
(828) 891-7768.
Toll free: (888) 920-2646.
Fax: (828) 891-3773.
Website: www.etowahvalleyequipment.com.
Diskin Systems Inc.
Rockford, Illinois
For more than 20 years, Diskin Systems Inc. has developed the concept of self-service in-bay drying. These dryers are installed in a self-service bay and wired to the selector switch to make drying easy for customers.
What’s New/Best Seller • Wall & Attic Super Shammee.
Advantages/Features • The hand-held drying units mount inside the self-serve bay or in the attic. The Ashwall mounts inside the bay and includes a colored dome. Ashattic mounts inside the attic with no dome included. Units feature a 3-hp motor, 14-gauge polished stainless nozzle holder, a 12” x 18” in-bay instruction sign, and selector switch decals.
Contact • Diskin Systems Inc.,
3380 Forest View Rd.,
Rockford, IL 61109.
(815) 276-7288.
Website: www.diskinsystems.com.
Coleman Hanna Carwash Systems
Houston, Texas
Coleman Hanna Carwash Systems has been in the car wash business for more than 60 years, providing expert knowledge in manufacturing quality equipment and creating innovative products that enhance the car wash experience.
What’s New/Best Seller • Power Pack Self-Serve Pumping Equipment.
Advantages/Features • Power Pack equipment is specifically designed to meet the needs of self-service car wash operators with durability and reliability. Standard features include tire and engine cleaner, presoak, soap foam brush, rinse, foaming conditioner, clear coat, and wax.
Contact • Coleman Hanna Carwash Systems,
5842 W. 34th Street,
Houston, TX 77092.
(713) 683-9878.
Toll free: (800) 999-9878.
Website: www.colemanhanna.com.
CustomKraft Industries Inc.
North Little Rock, Arkansas
CustomKraft manufactures the original, high-quality VFD direct-drive self-service equipment. For more than 40 years, the company has helped car wash owners succeed — meeting their needs with more than 25 high- and low-pressure functions, beginning with the patented MultiPressure System. Complete low-maintenance systems include stainless steel booms, water treatment, and bay meters that accept credit/debit cards, mobile pay, coins/tokens, and bills.
What’s New/Best Seller • VFD Direct Drive Systems.
Advantages/Features • CustomKraft’s proven innovations include a single delivery hose per boom with no in-bay check valves, pre-wired/pre-plumbed units, heavy-duty stainless-steel frames/tanks, and an enclosed pump drive system. Stacked units have small footprints, allow easy access, and enable simple installation with ETL/CETL-approved equipment; built with the best options for each location.
Customer/Operator Support • CustomKraft provides a technical support line, hands-on-training, digital information, and a two-year limited warranty.
Contact • CustomKraft Industries Inc.,
4611 West Bethany Rd.,
North Little Rock, AR 72117.
(501) 955-5959.
Toll free: (800) 869-1448.
E-mail: info@customkraft.com.
Website: www.customkraft.com.
Innovative Control Systems
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Innovative Control Systems (ICS) is a provider of technology solutions for the car wash industry. The company’s mission is to leverage its experience, position as a market leader, and ability to incorporate advanced technology into visionary products. Its products enable wash operators to differentiate, achieve a distinct competitive advantage, and maximize earnings.
What’s New/Best Seller • Auto Sentry CPT.
Advantages/Features • The Auto Sentry CPT (Central Payment Terminal) makes a self-service system PCI compliant with the latest technology in EMV credit card processing. Operators can accept mobile payments such as Apple Pay and new tap-and-pay credit cards for secure transactions, as well as cash and coins. Activate any self-service car wash bay or vacuum directly from the terminal. Generate a code to activate any car wash self-service bay or vacuum for a preset duration.
Contact • Innovative Control Systems,
81 Highland Avenue, Suite 300,
Bethlehem, PA 18017.
(800) 642-9396.
E-mail: sales@icscarwashsystems.com.
Website: www.icscarwashsystems.com.
Simoniz USA Inc.
Bolton, Connecticut
Simoniz USA’s diverse product line covers a broad spectrum of markets, including commercial vehicle washing, professional detailing, retail vehicle appearance, and products for the home pressure washer “do-it-yourself” customer.
What’s New/Best Seller • Simoniz Self-Serve Tire Shine.
Advantages/Features • The Simoniz Tire Shine with airbrushing effect features a durable and easy-to-use wand applicator. The system combines fluid and air at the wand’s tip, applying the chemical efficiently with an atomizing mist. The direct application delivers shiny tires without the vac island mess, while the unique bristle design evenly distributes the chemical. Bristles adapt to all tires and hold a precise level of chemical — no freebies.
Contact • Simoniz USA Inc.,
201 Boston Turnpike,
Bolton, CT 06043.
Toll free: (800) 227-5536.
Fax: (860) 645-6070.
Website: www.simoniz.com.
Mark VII Equipment
Arvada, Colorado
Mark VII is the North American subsidiary of WashTec AG, a leading provider of innovative solutions for all aspects of vehicle washing. The company’s more than 1,800 employees in more than 80 countries are shaping the future of the car wash business. The company’s products, processes, and solutions deliver outstanding results and experiences to operators and end users.
What’s New/Best Seller • JetWash Self-Serve.
Advantages/Features • Manufactured in Colorado, JetWash Self-Serve’s compact design fits easily in equipment rooms and can be configured for up to four bays, offering flexibility for car wash owners. Variable frequency drives (VFDs) provide control over water and chemical use, while precise chemical application is ensured through injection technology. The machine features low maintenance requirements due to direct drive motors and comes pre-plumbed and pre-wired for easy installation. Optional add-ons for increased revenue include high-pressure soap, tire cleaner, and more.
Contact • Mark VII Equipment Inc.,
5981 Tennyson St.,
Arvada, CO 80003.
(303) 423-4910.
Toll free: (800) 525-8248.
E-mail: info@markvii.net.
Website: www.markvii.net.
Touch4Wash
Champaign, Illinois
More than an app, it’s a tool to help grow your business.
What’s New/Best Seller • Interface Module.
Advantages/Features • Touch4Wash offers mobile payment and activation options for the self-serve bay. The system is configurable for count-down or count-up operations. Touch4Wash can also include self-serve bays in loyalty and membership programs. Touch4Wash built-in remote activation reduces the hassle of customer service. Operators simply activate the equipment from wherever they are to ensure the best experience for their customers. The system is simple to install and works with any meter box; no equipment upgrade required. Hardware costs $500 per interface module. Each module can operate four self-serve bays.
Contact • Touch4Wash,
(612) 787-7278.
Website: www.touch4wash.com.