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Tech giants are remodeling how businesses leverage customer data.

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In-bay Automatics

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Choosing a Tunnel System

When selecting a carwash, consider your throughput needs before deciding between an in-bay automatic or a tunnel.

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National Carwash Solutions to acquire Zep Vehicle Care

WhiteWater Express makes 2 acquisitions, opens another Michigan location

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Wash Talk, Ep. 89: The Makeup of Tunnel Equipment

Pierre Leclercq, vice president of business development and tunnel manager for Mark VII Equipment, talks about how the materials in tunnel equipment affect wash quality.

Wash Talk Ep. 88: Expanding Additional Profit Centers

This audio reading of “Expanding additional profit centers” discusses how to enhance some popular profit centers for carwashes.

Wash Talk, Ep. 87: Previewing the 2021 NRCC

Mike Ashley, president of the Mid-Atlantic Carwash Association, gives an inside look at the 2021 Northeast Regional Carwash Convention.

Wash Talk Ep. 86: The State of Professional Carwashing

This audio reading of “The state of professional carwashing” discusses what the carwash market currently looks like, especially in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

Wash Talk, Ep. 85: Leadership Series — The Biggest Challenges Facing Leaders Today

This episode continues our Leadership Series, returning to some of the podcast’s past guests to learn what they think the biggest challenges facing leaders today are.

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Wash Talk Ep. 90: State of the Detailing Industry

This audio reading of “State of the detailing industry” discusses where the detailing industry is a year and a half into the pandemic.

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Wash Talk Ep. 90: State of the Detailing Industry

This audio reading of “State of the detailing industry” discusses where the detailing industry is a year and a half into the pandemic.

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Wash Talk, Ep. 89: The Makeup of Tunnel Equipment

Pierre Leclercq, vice president of business development and tunnel manager for Mark VII Equipment, talks about how the materials in tunnel equipment affect wash quality.

Wash Talk Ep. 88: Expanding Additional Profit Centers

This audio reading of “Expanding additional profit centers” discusses how to enhance some popular profit centers for carwashes.

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International Drying Corporation

International Drying Corporation

Contact: Arthur StephensPhone: 815-477-4911Fax: 815-477-7445

160 Chicago St. , Cary IL 60013

Petit Auto Wash Equipment

Petit Auto Wash Equipment

Phone: (330) 861-0760 ext. 2 (Sales)

2044 Wadsworth Rd., Norton OH 44203

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Additional Profit Centers

Bus Washes
Pet Washes
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Vendor Accessories

Building and Construction

Air Doors
Bollards
Buildings, Carwash
Canopies
Car Care Building & Construction
Ceiling and Wall Coverings
Doors, Door Openers
LED Lighting
Lighting
PVC Doors, Prehung
Shade Canopy
Signs, Display
Signs, Equipment
Tunnel Buildings
Wall Ceiling, Plastic
Wall Panels, Fiberglass
Wind Doors

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Advertising, Promotional Items
Associations
Consultants
Direct Mail Companies
Educational Material
Financing
Insurance
Tickets/Coupons
Trade Associations

Computer, Payment and Security Systems

Alarm, Security
Auto Tellers/ ATMs /Auto Cashiers
Cameras, Video Surveillance
Cash Registers
Changers, Bill & Coin
Coin Acceptors
Coin Boxes
Coin Chutes & Meters
Coin Counters
Coin Scales
Coin Sorters
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
Computer Systems
Control Panels & Systems
Control Systems
Controller/Monitor Meters
Controllers
Credit Card Processing
Currency Counters
Diagnostic Equipment
Locks, Security
Money Drawers, Trays
Point-Of-Sale Systems
RFIDs
Safety Controls
Sensors
Surveillance & Security
Turnkey Installation

Conveyor Equipment

Arches
Arches, Curtain
Arches, Drying
Arches, Rinsing
Arches, Washing
Arches, Waxing
Conveyor Chains
Conveyor Control Systems
Conveyor Drums
Conveyor Rollers
Conveyor Sprockets
Conveyor, Friction
Conveyor, Hybrid
Conveyor, Touchless
Conveyors
Conveyors/Tunnels
Mini Tunnel
Polishing Systems
Roller Dollies

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Absorbents
Air Fresheners, Deodorizers
Buffers
Buffing Pads
Chamois
Chamois Wringers
Clay, Detailing Supplies
Detailing Supplies
Detailing Trailers
Extractors
Headlight Restoration
Lifts
MicroFiber Towels
Mitts
Mobile Washes
Paint Restoration
Polishing Cloths
Reconditioning Compounds
Reconditioning Machines
Sponges
Stain Removal
Steam Cleaning Supplies
Towels
Waterless carwash products
Windshield Care & Supplies

General Carwash Equipment

In-bay Automatic and Self-Serve Equipment

Boom Swivels
Booms
Brushes, Foaming
Fragrance Dispensers
Gun / Wand Holders
In-bay Automatic
In-Bay Automatic, Friction
In-Bay Automatic, Hybrid
In-Bay Automatic, Touchfree
Self-Serves
Swivel Repair Kits
Timers, Electronic
Timers, Vacuum & Bay
Tokens
Wand Handles & Grips
Wands, Self-Serve

Water, Chemicals and Fluid Handling

International Drying Corporation

International Drying Corporation

Contact: Arthur StephensPhone: 815-477-4911Fax: 815-477-7445

160 Chicago St. , Cary IL 60013

Petit Auto Wash Equipment

Petit Auto Wash Equipment

Phone: (330) 861-0760 ext. 2 (Sales)

2044 Wadsworth Rd., Norton OH 44203

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Top 50 issue on the move

Planning changes for the final issues of the year.

Wash Talk Ep. 52: Analyzing the 2020 Top 50 List

This audio reading of “Analyzing the 2020 Top 50 List” takes a look at the list and the trends it forecasts for the industry at large.

Autobell Car Wash

Analyzing the 2020 Top 50 List

Despite the pandemic, growth remains strong.

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Submissions open for the 2021 Top 50 list

AKRON, Ohio — The deadline for submissions is Oct. 1st.

Submissions open for the 2021 Top 50 list

AKRON, Ohio — The deadline for submissions is Oct. 1st.

Top 50 issue on the move

Planning changes for the final issues of the year.

Wash Talk Ep. 52: Analyzing the 2020 Top 50 List

This audio reading of “Analyzing the 2020 Top 50 List” takes a look at the list and the trends it forecasts for the industry at large.

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