In the daily operations of the car wash industry, the cleaning and sterilization process has always faced numerous challenges. Areas that are difficult to reach, such as vehicle air conditioning vents, door panel crevices, under floor mats, and seat crevices, easily accumulate dust, mold, and bacteria. Traditional high-pressure cleaning is ineffective at penetrating these areas, and wiping is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Commonly available chemical disinfectants, such as 84 disinfectant, alcohol, and quaternary ammonium salt disinfectants, each have significant drawbacks: alcohol is flammable and irritating to interior materials; 84 disinfectant residue can produce unpleasant odors and may corrode metal parts; and quaternary ammonium salt disinfectants have a narrow bactericidal spectrum, making them ineffective against stubborn bacteria and mold.
Hypochlorous Acid Generator: Principle Determines Advantages, Perfectly Adapted to Car Wash Scenarios
Hypochlorous acid (HClO) is a naturally occurring bactericidal component in the human immune system, possessing broad-spectrum bactericidal properties, rapid onset of action, and safety with no residue. Hypochlorous acid generators utilize advanced electrolysis technology to convert chloride ions into a high-concentration, highly stable hypochlorous acid solution through the electrolysis of saline or dilute hydrochloric acid. No complex chemical formulations are required; simply connect to a water and power source to prepare an effective concentration of hypochlorous acid disinfectant on-site.
This technology brings three core advantages to the car wash industry:
- Flexible and adjustable concentration: The concentration can be adjusted within the range of 50-200 ppm to suit different cleaning scenarios, such as exterior surfaces, interior fabrics, and air conditioning systems, ensuring effective sterilization while avoiding damage to vehicle materials.
- Neutral and mild characteristics: The prepared hypochlorous acid solution has a near-neutral pH (6.0-7.5), is non-corrosive to leather seats, plastic parts, metal components, and glass, and leaves no pungent odor.
- On-demand production and use: Eliminates the need for pre-storing large quantities of disinfectant, allowing for on-demand production and reducing inventory costs and safety risks.
Comprehensive application scenarios:From external cleaning to internal sterilization.
External vehicle cleaning and sterilization:
Traditional car washes only remove surface dust and stains, failing to kill bacteria and mold adhering to the paint surface. Using a 100-150ppm hypochlorous acid solution with a high-pressure washer or sponge to wipe the car body can effectively kill pathogenic bacteria such as E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and mold spores while cleaning the car body, without leaving watermarks on the paint surface, and can also improve the adhesion of the wax layer when waxing later.
Comprehensive Deep Sterilization of the Car Interior
Addressing the issue of easily absorbing pollutants on fabrics such as seats, floor mats, and headliners in the enclosed environment of a car, hypochlorous acid generators offer differentiated solutions:
- Fabric Cleaning and Sterilization: Evenly spray a 50-100ppm hypochlorous acid solution onto the surface of seat fabrics and floor mats. After 3-5 minutes, wipe with a dry cloth. This effectively removes odors and kills deep-seated bacteria and mites.
- Thorough Sterilization of Crevices: For hard-to-reach areas such as door panel crevices and air conditioning vents, use a fine nozzle for precise spraying. The strong penetrating power of hypochlorous acid kills bacteria in the crevices.
- Air Conditioning System Sterilization: Connect the hypochlorous acid solution to the air conditioning cleaning machine and inject it into the air ducts through the air inlet. Activate the internal circulation mode to thoroughly kill mold and bacteria in the air ducts.
Tool and Environmental Sterilization for Safety
Cleanup tools, service area floors, and reception areas in car washes are also risk points for cross-contamination of bacteria. Soaking tools in a 50ppm hypochlorous acid solution for 10 minutes, or wiping floors and countertops with a 100ppm concentration, can effectively cut off the transmission path of bacteria and create a safe service environment.
Core Competitive Advantage: The "Cost-Effective Choice" for Car Washes
Compared to traditional cleaning and disinfection methods, hypochlorous acid generators empower car washes in multiple dimensions:
Significantly Reduced Operating Costs
Traditional disinfectants require continuous procurement, and different types of disinfectants are needed for different scenarios, resulting in high long-term procurement costs. The core raw materials for hypochlorous acid generators are only salt and water, and the preparation cost of one ton of hypochlorous acid solution is less than 10 yuan, far lower than commercially available disinfectants. A small to medium-sized car wash provides cleaning and disinfection services for approximately 100 cars per month. Using a hypochlorous acid generator can save more than 60% on disinfectant procurement costs, while also reducing the risk of claims due to vehicle corrosion caused by traditional disinfectants.
Creating a Differentiated Service Advantage
With increasing health awareness among car owners, "safe and residue-free" cleaning and disinfection services have become a core demand for high-end car owners. The disinfectant solution prepared by the hypochlorous acid generator meets the national "Hygienic Requirements for Chlorine-Containing Disinfectants," achieving a 99.99% kill rate against common pathogens. It leaves no residue and has no odor, making it a unique selling point for car washes, attracting customers with high demands for health and vehicle maintenance, and increasing average order value and repeat purchase rates.
Easy Operation Reduces Training Costs
The hypochlorous acid generator is simple to operate. Simply add salt according to the instructions, connect the water and power source, and the hypochlorous acid solution is prepared with a single button press. Employees do not need to master complex chemical proportions. The equipment is compact, requiring no dedicated storage space, significantly reducing training costs and operational complexity for stores.
With its comprehensive advantages of "highly efficient sterilization, safe and residue-free operation, and low cost," the hypochlorous acid generator perfectly solves the pain points of traditional cleaning and sterilization methods. It provides car owners with a better service experience while helping stores reduce operating costs and create differentiated competitiveness, becoming an innovative tool for service upgrades in the car wash industry. As hypochlorous acid technology continues to mature and become more widespread, it will drive the entire industry towards a greener, healthier, and more efficient direction. Our technology already widely exported to many ountries such as Saudi Arabia, Australia, South Africa, and Indonesia are all welcome to contact us at any time for further details.
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