Manual Car Washing
Before the invention of the automated car wash, cleaning a car’s exterior was an entirely manual process involving buckets, sponges, and elbow grease. This hands-on method, still practiced today by some, requires substantial time and effort and often leads to inconsistent results. Additionally, hand washing typically uses more water compared to automated systems, making it less environmentally friendly.
The Introduction of Automated Brush-based Car Washes
By the 1950s, fully automated car washes began to emerge, featuring spinning brushes that cleaned cars as they moved through the wash bay. This innovation greatly reduced the labour involved and increased the speed of the car washing process. Despite their convenience, these brush-based systems have seen little change for over 70 years, relying on the same outdated spinning brush technology. The spinning brushes often cause micro-scratches on the car’s surface, leading to long-term damage. Maintenance is another issue, with brushes needing regular replacements. The environmental impact is significant, with automated car washes consuming large amounts of water and often using harsh chemicals.
The Future with PREEN Technologies
Enter PREEN Technologies, revolutionising the car wash industry with touchless, AI-enhanced robotic solutions. Unlike traditional methods, PREEN’s solutions eliminates the need for brushes, ensuring a micro-scratch-free wash. The integration of AI allows for precise and efficient cleaning, adapting to the unique shape and condition of each vehicle, while our eco-friendly approach reduces water and electricity usage. Plus, the use of biodegradable soaps minimises environmental harm. For car wash operators, PREEN’s solutions reduce maintenance costs, improve operational efficiency and throughput, and offer a more attractive service to customers, leading to higher profitability and customer satisfaction. It’s a faster, better, greener, and more profitable way to wash cars.
Looking ahead, we see a bright future for car wash technology with PREEN leading the way. We anticipate widespread adoption as more operators recognise the advantages of our touchless, AI-enhanced robotic solutions. Car wash operators who don’t get on board soon will miss a huge opportunity to be at the forefront of the carwash industry’s future.
