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Car Wash Water Softeners
The right car wash water softener will positively influence the quality of wash you can deliver to your customers. Overall, the harder your water, the less effective your wash. Why is this? Well, hard water contains small traces of dissolved minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and to a lesser extent, iron. When washing a car with hard water, these minerals will remain on the surface of the vehicle, diminishing the effects of various car wash chemicals. Another negative of hard water is the potential for clogging in systems such as check valves, injectors, nozzles, and fluid lines.
The water softeners we offer will help to remove these dissolved minerals. We have brand name offerings on tap, such as Diamond, Pro Power, and Ginsan. There are various types of water softeners for car washes, so take time researching our lineup to find the right fit. Our product pages will provide useful insight. It's also worth reaching out to our support staff who are quite knowledgeable, having already helped many car wash owners find their ideal water softening system. In the end, we're confident you'll enjoy the system you choose, and your car wash will be all the better for it!
Understanding Water Hardness
It's important to identify how hard the water of your car wash is so you know if you're delivering the best clean possible. We have various test kits to assist in this area. Water hardness is measured in PPM or parts per million. Here's a breakdown of where your water hardness level should be:
- 0-60 PPM: Water in this range is considered to be soft, making it the ideal range for a car wash.
- 60-120 PPM: Water in this range would be considered moderately or somewhat hard.
- 120-180 PPM: Water in this range would be considered hard.
- More than 180 PPM: Water in this range would be considered very hard and ideally would never be used for applications such as cleaning a car.