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Car Wash Winterization Checklist
Comprehensive Car Wash Winterization Checklist Over 100 recommended steps for In Bay Automatic and Self Serve Washes to prepare for winter Covers: Bays, Meter Boxes, Vending and Vacuums, Pumps, Boilers, Compressors, Chem Systems, Low Pressure Systems, Weep Systems, Coin Changes, Buildings and Grounds Download this Free pdf, and start preparing for Ol’ Man Winter’s return
Highway 84 Auto & RV Wash – Hartington, NE
A Ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, October 11, 2018 during a week-long open house celebrating the grand opening of Highway 84 Auto & RV Wash in Hartington, NE. The new 2 bay car wash features an IQ 2.0 Touch Free Automatic and a self-service bay is owned by Jackrabbit Ventures LLC, which features […]
The IQ reaches 10 Million Washes Milestone
On July 27, 2018 D&S Car Wash Equipment Company announced that its IQ model of in-bay automatic car wash systems achieved ten million cumulative washes delivered among its worldwide customer base. The first two IQ’s were installed in the summer of 2011 at Hurricane Bay Car Wash in Ozark, Missouri and at Luv Bugs Car […]
D&S Joins “Buy Missouri” Program
Recently, D&S Carwash Equipment was accepted into the “Buy Missouri” Program sponsored by the Office of Lieutenant Governor, Mike Parsons. As a Missouri-based manufacturer, we are proud to be recognized with this designation in support of our business and state economy. The campaign will include a categorized interactive directory of qualifying Missouri-made products, national and […]
IQ Car Wash – The Key to Success!
Bill Hoaglin of D&S Car Wash Systems recently presented a ceremonial “key” to John Londoff, Jr. (Owner/President), and Bruce Weiner (Operations Director) of Johnny Londoff Chevrolet in Florissant, Missouri, to recognize the completion of the dealership’s IQ Soft Touch Car Wash lease/purchase agreement. Johnny Londoff Chevrolet recognized the value and economies provided by the IQ Soft Touch Car Wash soon after its introduction, and thus became an […]
IQ Touch Free Now Available for Shorter Bay Lengths
D&S Car Wash Equipment Company has enhanced the design of revolutionary IQ 2.0 Touch Free In Bay Automatic Car Wash System to fit existing 28-foot car wash bays. Design changes to the IQ 2.0 are subtle, featuring modifications to the carriage, photo eye curtains, and top wand nozzles. Now car wash owners with 28-foot bays do […]
Increased Water Recovery
D&S Car Wash Equipment Company has recently partnered with Diamond H2O to provide its Clear-Flo line of Reverse Osmosis Systems on all D&S Self Serve and In Bay Automatic Car Wash Systems. The Clear-Flo line is the most efficient Reverse Osmosis equipment available today for the car wash industry, with far less waste (70-75% average […]
The Service Walk – An Essential Step to Closing the Sale
Thriving dealerships understand the importance of the Service Walk in closing a sale. Research shows that “The Dealership” ranks third in importance to most new car buyers, behind “The Vehicle” and “The Sales Person” and – in most cases – ahead of “The Deal” itself. The better and more dynamic the Service Walk, the […]
Wiring Basics
Car wash owner/operator duties often include that of a “service technician” as well. When tackling electrical issues, always remember these basic steps: Disconnect breaker before beginning any service. When unplugging a wire, cable, or connector, label it and the contact before it is disconnected so you know where to reconnect. Take a picture of the […]