How can I offer my customers a carwash experience that leaves no wish unfulfilled?

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1 SoftLine 2 Carwash Systems How can I offer my customers a carwash experience that leaves no wish unfulfilled? With flexible and modulare car wash systems of SoftLine 2.

2 INTRO INTRO Who offers the solutions my customers expect from me? WashTec provides the answers for your business. The car wash business has high demands, and no one knows this as well as WashTec. We revolutionised the car wash market and have since led the way for more than 50 years, providing highly efficient washing technology, optimised chemicals and comprehensive services for your business. Our approach is simple: In everything we do, we not only focus on achieving the perfect result, we make the people we serve our top priority. Everyone expects to have a clean car after a wash. Results are important, but so is how we get there: We understand your needs. We listen carefully to what your customers say they want and to your requirements as a business. We meet and exceed expectations. Our solutions are consistently geared towards your wishes and expectations, and they more than meet these. We support your business. We provide a car wash experience and finish that impresses your customers and earns their loyalty, giving you repeat business. We improve your cost-efficiency. We offer robust, low-maintenance, durable technology and extremely efficient washing chemicals for maximum profit at minimal cost. 2 3

3 INTRO INTRO SoftLine 2 : Advantages for you and your customers. Maximum flexibility guaranteed with a variety of modules for all carwash system sections, from the point of entry and the pre- and main wash right through to polish and drying A carwash system in a design customised for you: compatible with your space requirements, your work volumes and the expectations of your customers Top design configurations, innovative equipment details as well as washing, drying and polishing results that will impress you and your customers 4 5

4 CONTENTS CONTENTS State-of-the-art technology from planning to operation. Contents MANUAL PRE-WASH Page 8 ENTRY Page 10 MACHINE WASH Page 12 POLISH Page 26 DRYING Page 28 EXIT Page 32 SAFETY ASPECTS & INFORMATION SYSTEMS Page 34 SoftLine² Vario Carwash Systems. The modular SoftLine² Vario system allows perfect optimisation for customer requirements and site circumstances. A wash height and width of 2.40 m means you and your carwash business are optimally equipped for the future. For improved results. The compact solution with polishing station Works even in the most compact spaces. The space-saving solution for conveyor belt lengths of 12 m and upwards Top performance. Increased throughput to maximise your wash business 6 7

5 MANUAL PRE-WASH MANUAL PRE-WASH Pre-wash area: the first step to a new level of clean. Effective and targeted dissolving of dirt due to our HP prewash equipment. Pre washing is the key to perfect washing results and gentler machine washing Targeted pre washing in key areas, for example wheel and rear endzone of the car Special cleaning agents provide a prewash to dissolve stubborn insects dirt or brake dust WASHTEC PRE WASH ADVANTAGES: Optimum wash results and increased customer satisfaction as a result of the targeted removal of stubborn dirt particularly in key areas Increased throughput due to easy handling offered by the roof pivot units for the lances 8 9

6 ENTRY ENTRY Entrance gantry: the business card of a carwash tunnel at m. Design features of entrance gantry Star. Panel made of powder-coated plastic, available in RAL colours Wash programs displayed using icons and circular lights Optional circular LED traffic light display max m max m Design features of entrance gantry Multi. Panel made of powder-coated plastic, available in RAL colours Wash programs individually customisable with stickers and visualised on 6 lit fields Optional LED traffic light display max m max m Design features of our top entrance gantry Smart. Frame structure: galvanised and powder-coated or in stainless steel Individually customisable front with expansive transparent screen Striking design with all-over LED backlighting Wash programs visualised on 6 lit fields Optionally with LED price display and 2-line ticker WASHTEC PORTAL ADVANTAGES: Optimum adaption to your location. Extensive range of options when it comes to design Examples of customised design configurations max m max m Less space requirement and shorter conveyor belt lengths. A variety of wash functions can be integrated (vehicle measurement, sprinkling, foam application, wheel spray) Independent and unmistakable appearance. Smart design: individual design of the expansive transparency fronts with backlight LED 10 11

7 MACHINE WASH MACHINE WASH In-carwash FoamSensation: for an intensified wash experience. FoamSensation: Foam washing with wow factor. FoamSensation sheathes the entire vehicle with an expansive, colourfully-lit foam curtain, on that way it turns trips to the carwash into a spectacular experience. The eye-catching LED lighting says freshness and cleanliness. FoamSensation ADVANTAGES: Enhanced wash experience for the premium programme for all-over vehicle lathering with a continuous foam curtain An impressive show: individually customisable with alternating-colour LED backlighting Easy and space-saving integration into the carwash system Can be activated within the space of a few seconds, even after extended shutdown 12 13

8 MACHINE WASH MACHINE WASH Operating terminal: quick and easy to control the machine. Conveyor systems: straightforward entry and secure transportation. CP2 membrane keypad. Wash programme input and manual unit control using heavy-duty membrane keypad Status and fault messages are displayed on a 4-line display The terminal can optionally be equipped with a transponder card reader for cashless payments Entry Aid. The roller-bearing shifting plate assists uninitiated drivers as an entry aid and steers vehicles safely onto the conveyor The plastic rollers guarantee gentle contact with the tyres. The rollers are available in several colours In order to avoid any risks of instability, the shifting plate does not move until it comes into contact with the vehicle CP5 Touch Terminal: Intuitive operation with graphic user prompting. Graphic user prompting on a touchscreen terminal enables intuitive and easy operation A simplified user interface is used to operate the system and set the system parameters (e.g. prices, wash programmes etc.) An event display for fault diagnostic is integrated within the control unit Activation using transponder cards or inputting code The individual system units can be precision-controlled via the menu for the purpose of configuration Max. 330 mm Max. 375 mm Steel Conveyer. Tyre preservation guaranteed thanks to smooth-surfaced plastic sidewalls with rounded corners An elevated height of 76 mm reliably prevents wheels from slipping off the side of the track Suitable for tyre widths of up to 330 mm Conveyor speed infinitely adjustable via frequency converter Low-maintenance trolling wheels even rotate the wheels while on the conveyor for a more intensive clean Plastic Conveyor. Maximum tyre preservation thanks to plastic design Robust construction with 22 mm thick plastic chain Low elevated height of just 60 mm prevents standard wheel rims from coming into contact with conveyor Suitable for tyres widths up to 375 mm CP5 TOUCH TERMINAL ADVANTAGES: Optimum adaption to the operator. with lettered activation buttons on the display Increased throughput thanks to quick and intuitive operation Swift restart thanks to quick and accurate event diagnosis CONVEYOR BELT ADVANTAGES: Optimum adaption to customer requirements/location. Three conveyor systems available Gentle and secure guidance for tyres. Plastic guides around the tyres Cannot collide with triangular control arm in vehicle. Compact and low structure Higher throughput for peak times. Conveyor speed adjustable by frequency convertor 14 15

9 MACHINE WASH MACHINE WASH Effective high-pressure technology: powerful pre-cleaning rounds off the prewash. High Pressure BPS for Optimum Cleaning. Back and forth-moving BPS-jet nozzles ensure optimum coverage of the sill, the sides and the roof of the vehicle An added sideways movement of the nozzles assists in cleaning the front and rear of the car The frequency of the pendular movement is synchronised with the conveyor belt speed Pressure levels of up to 70 bar High Pressure Underbody Washing. The underbody washing system thoroughly removes salt residue and dirt from the chassis 22 underfloor washing nozzles clean the underbody and two outwardly slanted nozzles serve specifically to clean the wheel housings Pressure levels of up to 70 bar HIGH PRESSURE STATION ADVANTAGES: Optimum adaption to customer requirements and location. A variety of high pressure systems available for every need Contour-tracking High Pressure and Linear Following. Effective high pressure thanks to rotary high-pressure bar which tracks the contour of the vehicle closely Maximum performance primarily at the front and rear with high pressure station following alongside Pressure levels 16/70 bar Less space requirement and shorter conveyor belt lengths due to compact design and effective vehicle contour tracking Outstanding wash quality even where throughput is high thanks to targeted high pressure in key areas too 16 17

10 MACHINE WASH MACHINE WASH Wheel and sill washing: Cleanliness for the key areas. Efficient and profitable: the Linear Technology from WashTec. Longitudinal Wheel and Sill Washers. Wheels and sills cleaned with just one device 100% wheel coverage even in the case of large wheel rims with 2.5 m roller machine Can be installed below the roof brushes for saving space Optionally with high pressure Linear following for an intensive wash. Linear following roof and side brushes guarantee a more impact time spent at each part along the entire vehicle contour Following Wheel Washer. Intensive wheel rim wash with rotating disk brush which follows alongside the vehicle for more than 1 m Automatic adjustment to conveyor speed Can be installed below the roof brushes for saving space Optionally with high pressure 1 2 Electronic brush adjustment. Electronic brush adjustment ensures precise and careful positioning of the brushes (1) thanks to continuous current measurement of the rotary movement (2) Rotary High Pressure Washer. Turbo nozzle: powerful rotary high pressure jets at up to 2000 U/min. Optimum high pressure coverage of sills and key wheel rim area Pressure levels of up to 70 bar ADVANTAGES: Accelerated following. Roof and side brushes accelerate briefly when swinging to the vehicle s rear. This ensures continous contact to the moving vehicle. ADVANTAGES: Optimum adaption to customer requirements and location. Various wheel/sill washers available for different requirements Less space requirement and shorter conveyor belt lengths thanks to compact design Optimum wash results in the sill, wheel tyre and wheel trim area. Precision adjustment and gentle washing thanks to electronic brush adjustment Less space requirement and shorter conveyor belt lengths with linear following for up to 1.2 metres Higher wash quality at the front and rear, less effort in the manual prewash as a result of accelerated following Simple spare parts logistics with interchangeable components for the brush, high pressure and dryer station Increased car wash business thanks to customer satisfaction even at peak times. Outstanding wash quality even where throughput is high 18 19

11 MACHINE WASH MACHINE WASH Linear Technology: easy to maintain and simple spare parts logistics with interchangeable components. Uniform linear drive for high pressure, brush and dryer station. Compact linear guidance integrated into frame Anti-offset support by means of two support rollers and track rollers Robust drive assured by reliable friction wheel technology Precision positioning thanks to proximity switch and special profiling of the running board Maintenance-optimised lateral roller carriage. Accessible carriage design makes maintenance easier The carriage rollers can be replaced quickly and easily Can optionally be fitted with covers Uniform lifting system. The standardised belt sleeve drive with dual belt typical of lift construction is used for the lifting mechanism, in which stainless steel chords are embedded in a plastic flat belt 20 21

12 MACHINE WASH MACHINE WASH Brush station: for the best washing and drying results. Softline 2 Vario Brush Station modular and flexible for maximum throughput. Thanks to the modular Vario system, roof and side brushes can be flexibly combined, adapted to the site needs and customer requirements Depending on the location, conveyor belt speed and washing material, WashTec brush stations enable washing capacities of up to 120 cars per hour Electronically-regulated, linear brushes following paths of between 450 mm and 1,250 mm can be selected depending on the desired conveyor belt speeds WashTec offers conveyor speeds ranging from 4.5 to 12 m/min. The frame is available in 18 standard colours, while other colours are available for an extra fee Framework structure: galvanised and powder-coated or in stainless steel BRUSH STATION ADVANTAGES: Outstanding and gentle carwash quality even where throughput is high thanks to consistent use of linear technology Flexible and optimum adaption to customer requirements and location thanks to modular design of the SoftLine 2 Vario system SLX Brush Station: For maximum throughput. This brush station is designed for speed. In this station, the washing operation follows a novel system: The side brushes do not work side by side in tandem, but rather independent of one another. The result is less distance travelled by the side brushes and, as such, less noise during operation. SLX ROLLER STATION ADVANTAGES: Outstanding and gentle carwash quality even where throughput is high. thanks to continuous use at high conveyer speeds (up to 13 m/min.) Each side brush is fully dedicated to 2 areas of the vehicle. Complete overlapping even for adverst vehicle contours. During the wash process no change of brush rotation necessary

13 MACHINE WASH MACHINE WASH Brushes: the right material for gentle car washing. SofTecs very gentle and long-lasting. SofTecs is the right material for truly gentle car washing. It promises satisfied customers and, as a result, constant business SofTecs keeps paintwork gleaming and does not leave behind any material abrasion marks on the cars The washing material is extremely long-lasting and manages up to 200,000 washes 90 % of all new WashTec systems are supplied with SofTecs Textile robust and reliable in every use. Textile is an alternative to the SofTecs washing material The narrow textile strips are soft and ensure outstanding wash results The textile material is robust and hard-wearing Its flexibility enables reliable cleaning for all standard vehicle shapes Standard polyethylene materials (PE) are also available 24 25

14 POLISH POLISH Paintwork care with a polish: the perfect finish to ensure customer retention. Polish station the key to customer retention. A polish station gives you the opportunity to expand your range of care services and wash programms Numerous care and preservation programmes are a powerful means for customer retention and give you the opportunity to raise the average washing prices A care station normally consists of one roof and two side brushes, which gently massage the care material onto vehicle surfaces ShineTecs paintwork proofing with repaireffect. ShineTecs erases even the slightest scratches from vehicle paintwork and thoroughly removes dirt from these With each application the clear coat is reinforced, generating a radiant glossy effect With regular use, the ShineTecs treatment makes it easier to clean the vehicle since water run off is improved and dirt can be removed easier 1) New car paint has a flat surface profile. Light is maximally reflective, the car shines. 3) ShineTecs smoothes out uneveness. The colour-neutral Acrylionic protective coat cures in a few seconds and remains on the paintwork permanently. 2) Everyday stresses give surfaces microscopic recesses. The reflectivity and shine become diminished. 4) The new protective coat becomes even stronger with each new wash. Paintwork shines like new. ADVANTAGES: Excellent customer retention and more revenue with extra polish for immediately glossy effect 26 27

15 DRYING DRYING Blower dryer: efficient and energy-saving. Rotary roof nozzles for even better results. The rotary roof nozzles work at different flow angles which can be optimally positioned for whatever the vehicle position Integral effect for improved drying of the side zones of the car thanks to adapted geometry of the roof nozzle. High Low Linear Technology optimises also the drying result. Only a contour tracking movement near to the car of the roof nozzle ensures an optimized and energy saving dry process. This is perfectly realized in our dryer station due to Linear Technology in combination with rotary positioning of the roof nozzle. To keep long life time of the mechanism, all motor drives are controlled by frequency converters. The dual belt lifting system with belt break monitoring on each side guarantees operational safety of the dryer assembly ADVANTAGES: Less operating costs due to energy-saving drying process Roof blower dryer feed close to vehicle contour Improved side drying even for tall vehicles. Integral effect optimises the airflow of the roof dryer to side zones of the car Improved drying at rear of vehicle. Accelerated following at the rear thanks to Linear Technology Optimum drying result. Frequency converters ensure gentle control and optimum positioning to the vehicle 28 29

16 DRYING DRYING Textile drying: for the highest standards. Cloth dryer with ultra-soft brushes. The textile brush dryer is installed behind the blower dryer to get a nearly drip-free vehicle The roller dryer proceeds linearly in tandem, ensures an extended exposure time and, in doing so, improves the drying result even more The soft textile material roof and side rollers attain drying results that meet the highest standards with all-over polish drying Two textile materials to choose from Vibrating cloth dryer. The vibrating cloth dryer is used behind the blower dryer as an extra dryer It serves to dry the horizontal sections The dryer unit is available in two designs: with one rig and 64 cloths or with two opposing rigs and 128 cloths Revolving cloth dryer. The revolving cloth dryer is installed behind the blower dryer as an extra dryer The dryer is available either in the diagonally revolving version with 50 cloths or in the straight-line revolving version with 45 cloths The cloths are hung on robust brackets, meaning they can be replaced easily The cloths (which wipe the sides of the vehicle) remove any residual droplets using a very gentle technique ADVANTAGES: An optimum drying result for the highest standards thanks to absorbent, soft and paintwork-preserving brush materials Improved customer retention thanks to nearly drip-free drying, the results of which are immediately visible 30 31

17 EXIT EXIT Countdown traffic light: for a safe exit. Countdown traffic light. The LED traffic light in the attractive stainless-steel housing are multi-colour Once the wash process has been concluded, your customer receives ongoing updates on the time remaining (in seconds) until he or she can leave the conveyor This prompts customers to drive in time and reduces conveyor stops COUNTDOWN TRAFFIC LIGHT ADVANTAGES: Less conveyor stops and increased throughput thanks to lower collision risk and timely exit 32 33

18 SAFETY ASPECTS & INFORMATION SYSTEMS SAFETY ASPECTS & INFORMATION SYSTEMS Increased safety: in operating and handling. Information systems for your customers. Smooth operation: Dual-belt for all lifting systems. All lifting systems are equipped with a dual belt for safety Added belt monitoring by proximity switches on either side Safe handling: Spraying arms for brush water supply at height of 2 m. The spraying arms are installed above 2 m in height, meaning that a person will have no problem moving underneath The spraying arms are adjustable for optimum brush water supply 2 m Optimised safety rings on the high pressure bars and blower dryers. Optimised collision-protection thanks to new-design safety rings, ensuring the roof nozzle and the highpressure beam do not come into contact with the vehicle Info column in an eye-catching design. Sophisticated stainless steel info column Individually customisable transparency front Attractive and eye-catching with full LED backlighting Program column. Optional control using 6 defined sections for displaying the selected washing program 34 35

19 WASHTEC SERVICES FOR BUSINESSES WASHTEC SERVICES FOR BUSINESSES How can I unlock the full potential of my car wash business? With WashTec s comprehensive service package. How successful your carwash business is going to be is decided well before its opening. WashTec guides you through the entire process from the initial planning and the financing, right through to running operation. As a market leader in the carwash sector, we know what makes a successful business and can offer you a comprehensive all-inclusive service package from one source. SoftLine 2 Vario promises a whole new experiences not just for your customers, but for you too! Competent planning: The basis for your successful business Every carwash location is different. Just as all carwash clientele have specific standards. We assist you in selecting and configuring the right SoftLine 2 Vario for you. If you like we can take care of site planning and potential analysis too, thus laying the foundation for your business success. WashTec Marketing: Ideas for optimal success A successful car wash business also needs powerful marketing. We can provide you with support in this area from day one onwards, from conducting site and target market analyses to developing a marketing concept just for you, supporting you as it is implemented and helping you to monitor its success afterwards. We offer a number of advertising media that can be used to attract new customers and appeal to existing customers. It s very easy: simply order your advertising choice from the WashTec CarWash shop. WashTec Financial Services: Your go-to for finance WashTec Financial Services is your first contact when it comes to financing your system. Whether you are interested in leasing or a hire-purchase scheme, we can provide individual advice and find the best solution for you with a contract that is precisely tailored to suit your needs. We also help you to draw up a profitability calculation and offer attractive terms and conditions. Maintenance and support: Service the way you need it Downtime costs time and money. That s why keeping your car wash in smooth running order is our top priority. Our maintenance concepts are tailored to your individual needs and ensure constant availability of your system. And if you do hit a snag, our service network has over 200 experienced employees that provide you with perfect support using state-of-the-art commercial vehicles and online management systems

20 WASHTEC SERVICES FOR BUSINESSES WASHTEC SERVICES FOR BUSINESSES Online car wash management: WashTec Plus. Can I see the SoftLine 2 in action? If you operate one or multiple systems on various sites the digital WashTec Plus management system gives you ultimate control over all of your systems at all times and from any location. Use your tablet, smartphone or computer to ensure that all systems are operating smoothly, check turnovers or change the running time for washing programmes. It is super convenient from your office, home or while on the go. Thanks to WashTec Plus, you can avoid downtimes, correct problems immediately and optimise your business from a central point. Book your appointment today and come and visit us in Augsburg. We look forward to seeing you! washtec@washtec.de or phone: +49 (0)821/

21 Car wash means WashTec all over the world More than 35,000 installed machines. WashTec is used in car washes around the world and washes 2.75 million vehicles a day! Represented in over 70 countries. More than 1,700 employees help us shape the future of the car wash business, including over 600 service technicians. Over 50 years of leadership in innovation. We set the standards in the car wash business and actively push the market forward. Separate washing chemicals from AUWA. Perfectly tailored to our systems and the requirements of businesses and their customers. WashTec systems and washing chemicals are VDA-compliant. WashTec Cleaning Technology GmbH I Argonstraße Augsburg, Germany Phone +49 (0)82/ I Fax +49 (0)82/