Industrial Pressure Washers Work on Machines, But What about Carpets?

by Lauren Zwiebel

When it comes to industrial cleaning, pressure washers are among the most popular cleaning machines that are used. Today, their popularity has increased for a number of different reasons. Because they are more eco-friendly, many companies are making the switch to pressure washing units to lessen their carbon footprint. These systems are not only effective, but they are versatile enough to be used on a range of different jobs. While light cleaning jobs can be tackled with cold water units, steam pressure washers are the optimum choice for jobs like degreasing. Just as there are specific pressure washers suited to industrial cleaning jobs, there are specific carpet cleaners to be used on carpets.

Pressure washers are far too powerful for cleaning carpets. With high pressure levels, reaching up to 8000 psi, this can surely damage carpets, rugs, and upholstery. In addition, the excessive amounts of water used will leave the carpets extremely wet, taking them a long time to dry. For this reason, pressure washers should be used for cleaning durable hard surfaces.

Pressure washers, such as Daimer®’s Super Max™ 6000, feature pressure levels of 750 psi, flow rates of 1.4 GPM, and pressure levels up to 330°F. With such high pressure levels, this machine would surely damage carpets. However, pressure washers such as this are ideal for auto detailing, cleaning walkways and buildings, and degreasing tasks.

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Tips to Purchase Pressure Washers for Car Detailing

by Lauren Zwiebel

Although many people associate pressure washers with heavy duty industrial cleaning, these machines have a number of other uses as well. Take, for instance, auto detailing. There are specially made pressure washers with lower pressure levels and flow rates ideal for auto detailing applications. The following are a few tips on how to choose pressure levels and flow rates for exceptional cleaning results.

Pressure Level

Pressure washers can provide an output pressure up to 8000 psi. However, such high pressure levels are not required for auto detailing. In fact, the pressure level of these machines should not exceed 1500 psi. Pressure levels above 1500 psi can damage the vehicle, causing dents, scratches, and paint chipping.

Flow Rate

The flow rate indicates the quantity of water passed through the output of the machine in a minute. It is expressed in gallons per minute. Normally, flow rate goes up as the output power increases. For car detailing pressure washers with low flow rate are ideal. Such machines use minimal water for effective cleaning where water supply or drainage facilities are limited. This is particularly useful in the case of mobile auto detailing, where professionals do not detail within their facility.

What facilitates effective cleaning without harming vehicle surfaces is the inclusion of heat, alongside moderate pressure levels. Wet steam output is preferred for auto detailing, as it rapidly dissolves the most stubborn residues for quick and easy removal.

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Tips To Buy Pressure Washers for Service Stations

by Lauren Zwiebel

Pressure washers are helpful machines when it comes to cleaning gas and service stations. These machines can provide an output pressure of up to 8000 psi, depending on the model. For added cleaning power, some of the latest machines can give an output temperature up to 330°F, as well. For the reason that such high steam temperatures greatly increase cleaning power, such machines have maximum pressure levels of 3500 psi.

In the face of the wide variety of options available, choosing a pressure washer machine for cleaning gas and service stations can be challenging. One must choose the right machine to get the best results. The following are some useful tips to choose pressure washers for cleaning service stations.

Opt For Steam Output
Pressure washers are classified into three categories based on the output temperature: Cold water machines, hot water machines, and steam machines. Cold water machines provide the output at room temperature. Hot water machines offer an output temperature of 210°F, and steam pressure washer equipment give an output temperature of 330°F. Steam temperatures offer the greatest cleaning power, enabling operators to dissolve even the most stubborn grease and oil markings on concrete and other surfaces.

Machines with steam capabilities can also be purchased as tri-mode machines, meaning they can be used as all three temperatures for a much wider range of cleaning applications.

Flow Rate
For cleaning gas and service stations with limited drainage facilities, pressure washers with low flow rate are often preferable. Machines from Daimer®, such as the Super Max™ 6120SCW, are commonly used for auto detailing vehicles and cleaning floors of service areas. With steam capabilities of 300°F and low flow rates of 0.5 GPM, operators can easily tackle tough cleaning tasks without flooding the area.

However, low flow rates are often not necessary in service stations and repair shops with proper indoor drainage or in the outdoor facilities of gas stations. If runoff down storm drains is not a concern, consider the Super Max™ 7000, a robust tri-mode pressure cleaner with pressure levels 1000 psi, a flow rate of 2.5 GPM, and steam temperatures up to 330°F.

Daimer® also offers green cleaning chemicals in their Eco-Green® line for additional power and non-toxic cleaning capabilities. Daimer®, a top supplier of cleaning machines, offers steam pressure washers and other cleaning machines and green chemicals of the highest quality. 

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A Guide to Cold Water Pressure Washers

by Lauren Zwiebel

There are three basic types of pressure washers available for purchase on the market today: cold water machines, hot water machines, and steam pressure cleaners. Choosing a machine based on temperature can help you complete job applications quickly and effectively.

Cold water pressure washers do not provide heated output. These machines are ideal for applications where heat is not needed, such as cleaning light dirt and stains from concrete or buildings. Hot water machines provide temperature levels up to 210°F. These machines are often used for applications that require heat to break down stains and dirt. In addition, there are also steam pressure cleaners that can reach temperatures up to 330°F. These machines are ideal for degreasing and heavy industrial cleaning tasks. For those requiring all three types of output, tri-mode machines are available.

Among these machines, cold water pressure washers are the least expensive, as these machines do not have a heating element. In many cases, the output pressure of these machines can compensate lack of temperature. Cleaning chemicals, such as Daimer®’s Eco-Green® line of green cleaners, can be used as well for additional cleaning power when using the machine. As a result, many cleaning companies consider cold water machines as the most cost effective. The following are some tips to select good quality cold water pressure washers.

Pressure Level

Output pressure of cold water machines can vary up to 8000 psi. For residential and light commercial uses, a pressure level of around 1000 psi to 1500 psi would suffice. For industrial applications, machines should offer an output pressure in the range of 3000 psi or above.

Another important specification is flow rate. It denotes the quantity of water passed on to the surface and is expressed in gallons per minute. Usually, flow rate increases with the increase in output pressure. However, in some cases, such as auto detailing, machines with low flow rates are preferred.

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Benefits of Tri-mode Pressure Washers

by Lauren Zwiebel

Tri-mode pressure washers offer a variety of advantages over other pressure washing equipment. Because of their advantageous versatility and cleaning power, many professionals choose tri-mode machines, enabling them to complete a wide range of job applications include auto detailing, degreasing, and equipment cleaning.

What Are Tri-mode Machines?

Conventional pressure washers provide only one or two kinds of output: heated and non-heated. Hot water output can reach a maximum of 210°F, while non-heated machines disperse water at room temperature or inlet temperature. Tri-mode machines, on the other hand, can provide three types of output: cold water, hot water, and steam. The added advantage of steam temperatures up to 330°F helps soften stains created by dirt and grease.

For added cleaning power, tri-mode machines by Daimer® are offered with pressure levels up to 3500 psi. This enables operators to soften the most challenging deposits while blasting them away with high powered output. For lighter applications or for cleaning heat-sensitive surfaces, cold water and hot water modes can also be used. This versatility ensures the right level of output for virtually all applications.

Advantages

The main advantage of tri-mode pressure washers is their versatility. One such machine, Daimer®’s Super Max™ 15200, includes tri-mode capabilities along with pressure levels of 1000 psi and a flow rate of 2 GPM. This machine is ideal for auto detailing, cleaning factory floors, and cleaning other hard surfaces in areas where mobility isn't necessary, as this machine is stationary. However, utilizing Daimer®’s Long Hose Technology, operators of this stationary pressure cleaner can reach areas up to 300 feet away. Optional multi-gun operation enables two people to use the pressure washer at the same time to quicken the cleaning process.

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