Commercial vehicle wash companies offer systems for cleaning buses, trains, and other commercial vehicles. However, this means much more than oversized car washes! Today, we take a look at what commercial wash companies should offer.
In today’s dynamic landscape, new solutions are everywhere. For an example, look no further than the case of the ‘Boris Bus’. Introduced in 2012 to replace the antique Routemasters, the vehicles are now being rapidly phased out for zero-emission alternatives.
With so many changes, a vehicle wash company needs to offer choice. The more options and tailored solutions available, the easier it is for transport providers to keep pace. At Britannia, all our wash systems are fully customisable, making them easily scalable to adapting needs of modern commercial and transport fleets.
Speed equals efficiency, and efficiency equals lower costs. Today’s innovation is focused on building efficiency in several ways. First on the list is the physical speed of cleaning. These days, systems are fast. Our TW10 can process up to 200 train carriages per hour. Innovation is also increasing the number of automated processes, such as our Streamline Fully Automated Drive-Through. Automation opens the door to a host of efficiency-enhancing options. Meanwhile, AI-powered monitoring systems can assist you with proactive maintenance, identifying minor issues before they become major problem, and saving you the expense and frustration of unscheduled downtime. All good commercial vehicle wash companies should be investing in research and development. If they’re not, walk away.
Unfortunately, a shortage of skilled engineers means many commercial washing companies have a long history of weeks-long call-out delays and even longer waits for replacement parts. Poor supply-chain preparedness is usually a sign of a disorganised company and shows a general lack of experience. Everyone knows that built-up dust and grime can lead to expensive mechanical failure, so rapid response should be an absolute must when choosing a commercial vehicle wash systems company. At Britannia, we aim to have you back up and running in 24-48 hours.
As the UK moves towards its net zero targets, sustainability is a major issue. Clients and stakeholders expect attention to detail in every link in the chain. As a consequence, it’s not ok to promote a green transport solution if your cleaning programme is wasting water, especially as there are so many innovative water recycling solutions available.
Commercial vehicle washing should use minimal water for the task, incorporate energy-efficient machinery, and embrace water saving practices as part of its core philosophy. For instance, at Britannia, we have a dedicated Water Recycling Programme.
In a landscape where changes zoom past faster than a high-speed train, it pays to work with a company who is as steady, stable, and reliable as the most respected landmarks. This can only come from decades of experience, where the quirks of the industry have been learned, understood, and translated into excellence. Heritage is not a gimmick, and it is earned rather than bought.
Tracing our history back to 1879, we have grown into a global business with unparalleled experience. For our clients, this means reliability, security, and complete peace of mind.
Over the last 70 years, Britannia have learned exactly what a commercial vehicle wash company should offer. We provide choice, innovation, rapid response, and sustainable solutions, and we bind it all together with the invaluable gift of heritage. To learn more about our systems, please get in touch with one of our experienced service team today by clicking here.
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