Comparing Commercial Vehicle Wash Systems Most of our readers will be familiar with the sight of a car wash. For many, it’s an iconic sight, part of a car culture that helped to define America through much of the 20th-century. Fewer people, however, have seen the massive industrial spaces where buses, rental cars, and even […]
Five Facts You Didn’t Know About Starting a Car Wash As many sources will tell you, the car wash industry is in the midst of exciting growth. With more cars on the road than ever before, the car wash market is experiencing unprecedented volume. Long story short, it’s a great time to think about starting […]
Using a commercial reverse osmosis system is a great way to reduce waste, save money, and provide a better wash for your customers. A reverse osmosis car wash removes the dissolved solids such as salt, calcium, magnesium, and other minerals from your rinse water to prevent spotting. That way you don’t need to blow- or […]
At NS Wash, we sell vehicle wash systems to a wide variety of customers: Transit vehicles, including trains, buses, and large trucks Vehicle fleets for companies, organizations, and government agencies Retail wash stations (your typical neighborhood car wash business) Because of our experience in the industry, we have been able to identify some of […]
Background: The NS Flex Coupling was designed specifically for transit and car wash machines by our owner/founder Thomas Ennis to withstand the rigors and abuse seen in drive through wash systems. The coupling is designed and tested to 12,000 pounds pulling force and flexibility up to 90 degrees under the most extreme conditions. Our Flex […]
NS Corporation uses the Omega Coupling as a drive element for our Top Brush cleaning element, vacuum producer, and most of our pump systems. To ensure continual operation and eliminate unexpected downtime of your equipment, monthly inspections of the Omega drive coupling are essential. NOTE: LOCKOUT TAGOUT ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT PRIOR TO INSPECTION OR REPAIR. When […]
If your car wash system is used frequently, you may notice that certain parts get worn out. Suddenly, you have to shut down for expensive maintenance and repairs, losing money and customers. To help you avoid breakdowns and reduce unnecessary downtime, N/S Corporation is proud to introduce our Retail Shop. This expanded section of the […]
Though many wash system operators believe that a system needs minimal maintenance once it is installed, a frequently used wash system needs a lot of servicing in order to maintain an effective wash and avoid problems like water leaks and chemical waste. Often, when a system isn’t functioning properly, it can cause damage to […]
The wrap around brush was one of N/S Corporation’s first patents, issued in 1967. These brushes—especially those made with Lammscloth (another N/S Corporation patent)—are still in use today. Wash systems everywhere use wrap around brushes during a vehicle wash. Please watch the video below if you’re interested in arm adjustment, and browse our NS Corporation […]
When the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration last examined the carbon footprint left by the U.S. transit systems, it concluded that transportation, including private vehicles and public buses, released 30% of all greenhouse emissions in the United States. To combat this, the Federal Transit Administration recommended that the public transit system could reduce […]
