Time, Money and Shine: Why Automatic Car Washes Are Worth It
Of all the developments that ushered in the modern era, automation has arguably been one the most crucial for the human race. The world as we know it today runs almost entirely on automation. We have come to rely heavily on automation as we are assured of effective, reliable and consistent results. One of the most common instances of automation ruling our lives is automatic car washes, which have rendered manual washing a thing of the past. This blog is an attempt to delve into the various aspects of the automatic car wash system in Saudi Arabia and other countries, and to examine how they work and why they are worth it.
How Does An Automatic Car Wash Work?
Following are the steps involved in the operation of high intelligent automatic car wash systems:
Step 1: Sensors on the automatic car wash equipment gauge the vehicle and position the nozzles at the correct angles to deliver the optimal pressure of cleaning liquid or water that gets dispensed. The placement of nozzles in hard-to-reach areas ensure that the entire vehicle gets a thorough cleaning.
Step 2: The vehicle gets pre-soaked in a cleaning solution that dislodges heavy and sticky dirt and grime. The solution is industry-approved, and is optimised to deal with the specific dirt and grime that vehicles often have to encounter. In some cases, automatic car wash systems offer eco-friendly detergents, for those who are environmentally conscious.
Step 3: Nozzles in the machine wash system blast water over the pre-soaked vehicle at high pressure to deliver a thorough clean. In certain systems, gentle roller brushes and soft cloth are used at this stage of cleaning.
Step 4: Hot air is passed all over the vehicle to dry it completely and achieve a spotless shine. This ensures that there are no unsightly streaks or water spots on the vehicle. This also delivers a clean vehicle with no micro scratches.
Benefits of Automatic Car Washes
For any two vehicles of the same dimensions and the same kind of servicing required, here is a comparison of automatic car washing against manual washing, vis-Ã -vis the crucial aspects.
Time taken: A touchless car wash machine take as little as 50 seconds for a quick wash and 4 minutes for a full wash, while manual washing can take anything between 30 to 60 minutes. For those who get their vehicles cleaned regularly, this is a significant save on time.
Thoroughness: Automatic car washes are optimized to deliver results according to the requirement. Sensors help to accurately gauge the vehicle, and hard-to-reach places like the undercarriage get cleaned easily. Manual washing is unable to reach any hard-to-reach places with the same level of thoroughness.
Value for money: Automatic car washing is without doubt more expensive than manual washing when we take a per-wash cost. However, the cost of the number of people and sessions of manual washing required to achieve the thoroughness of an automatic car wash works out to be roughly the same.
Consistency: Automatic car washes, by virtue of being completely machine-driven, deliver predictable, reliable, and consistent results, each time, every time. As a touchless car wash machine, all the variables are operated by a PLC control system. Human intervention, on the other hand, relies on the person’s physical state as well as focus, which can contribute to several variables in terms of the result. A tiny slip here or a smidgen of additional pressure there can result in scratches on your vehicle.
Efficiency: The automatic car was equipment, including the sensors, high-pressure water jets, rotating brushes, and automatic detergent dispensers ensure minimal wastage of water and product, while maximizing effectiveness. In manual washing, the water and product use can often be excessive. All this leads to is wastage, and not a cleaner vehicle.
Vehicle finish: Automatic car washes use high pressure car washers, steam jets for cleaning, and hot air for drying. The process is touchless, and ensures that the finish is not damaged. Manual washing, on the contrary, relies on touch in the form of scrubbers which can rub against the delicate finish and result in micro scratches which build up over time, affecting the sheen.
Water usage: Automatic car washes use optimally placed nozzles, high-pressure water jets and steam, which allow for water to be used conservatively. Manual washing using a hose pipe ends up using twice as much water, if not more. Moreover, automatic car washes offer the option to recycle water, thereby reducing the impact on the environment.
Impact on environment: In automatic car washing, the chemical-laced water is not allowed to flow away. It is recycled through treatment and repurposed for subsequent washes, thereby conserving water. In manual washing, the water is allowed to flow away, contributing to the water crisis. Adding to this is the chemical pollution of groundwater.
Customization: Some automatic car washes offer the option for customization of various stages of the cleaning cycle. For instance, some of them offer repeated rinse cycles to achieve a more thorough clean at minimal extra time and cost. Some others offer options for touch-based or touchless cleaning, or a combination of both, based on the requirement. Some others also offer water recycling as an option.
Add-ons: Automatic car washes offer several add-ons like waxing, polishing, undercarriage cleaning, and tyre cleaning, all of which are accomplished within a few extra minutes. While manual washing by itself can take up to one hour, any add-ons like these mean an additional hour of work.
Conclusion
High intelligent automatic car wash systems are the future. In a world hurried for time and demanding value for its money, automatic car washes help you get your money’s worth, and help you save time and effort. They are economical in terms of the long-term maintenance of your precious vehicle by treating it the way it needs to be treated. A low price automatic car wash system offers a consistent, reliable and efficient cleaning experience, while letting you utilize your time better. Their combination of sensors, nozzles, high-pressure water jets, brush rollers, steam, and air drying deliver the best clean possible in the least time. Owing to their conservative use of water and recycling option, they are the way to go for those who are conscious of their impact on the environment.
About SAB TECH
A technology company devoted to designing and developing top-notch products like hydraulic cylinders, equipment for vehicle lifts, and waste & recycling since 1995, SAB TECH is one of the leading manufacturers of the finest automatic car wash system in Saudi Arabia. SAB TECH’s passion and commitment to the research, development and engineering of their products makes them one of the industry leaders. They are best known for their exceptional after-sales services and commitment to the customer. SAB TECH is headquartered in Jeddah, and has branches in Riyadh, Dammam, Khamis Mushait, and Dubai. Visit sabtech.com.sa to know more.
