Southwest Car Wash Association - ADVANTAGE

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

FRANK NUCHERENO, SCWA PRESIDE NT

XPERIENCE SCWA 2024 – concluded this month sending attendees into 2024 on an exciting and enthusiastic high! The gathering of successful car wash operators and suppliers from around the country is always a thrilling experience. From the popular SCWA EXPO to premier education to nationally recognized speakers, it was three days of quality networking; ideas; solutions and strong energy.

I hope you were able to join us to EXPERIENCE SCWA 2024 - and take advantage of the new ideas, solutions and strategies plus see the innovations in the car wash industry.

We have received so many wonderful emails including words like: “awesome show”; “journey to the spectacular”; “WOW - so much positive energy”. The SCWA Board believes that coming together and uniting our efforts and ideas as a community will help all of us continue to grow and build successful car wash businesses.

If you missed it, here are a few highlights:

• Congratulations again to Bill Martin as the 2024 SCWA Lifetime Achievement Awardee.

• Dallas Cowboy Legend Emmitt Smith was the Convention Keynote Speaker. Emmitt shared stories on his outstanding career along with insights encouraging all of us to fill our lives with passion and pride. I was especially moved with his inspirational message on not letting challenges define you or your journey.

• CEO Forum featuring Stu Crum, who offered perspective on where the car wash industry is today and based on benchmarks where we are headed in the next several years. This session alone provided valuable ideas for directing our businesses.

• 2,650 EXPO attendees including car wash operators from

45 states – plus international attendees from Canada; Mexico; Brazil; Italy; Finland and Germany.

• Another important stat to watch is our attendee to exhibitor ratio - 33% Registered Exhibiting Company Reps and 67% Pre-Registered & On-Site Non-Exhibitor Attendees.

• More than 455 exhibit booths across 100,000+ square feet displaying “state of the art” car wash equipment all under one roof.

• QUICK TALKS series and the Car Wash Academy shared practical ideas to implement immediately for business improvement. I know the ones I attended gave me many relevant ideas for my business.

• Our convention concluded with an outstanding panel discussion – “Operational Excellence – Best Practices for 2024” with Carl Howard, Gary Dennis and Bill Martin. The session was moderated by Rich DiPaolo, Professional Car Washing & Detailing Magazine.

I hope you were able to join us to EXPERIENCE SCWA 2024 - and take advantage of the new ideas, solutions and strategies plus see the innovations in the car wash industry. If you missed the event - you really missed a great opportunity to become a better operator!

Many people work hard to make the SCWA Convention & Car Wash EXPO a special experience for everyone from the exhibitors to the SCWA leadership. To all the 2023-2024 Board of Directors – thank you for your time, energy and your commitment to SCWA and the car wash industry. Board members go above and beyond by giving their time and assuming financial expenses for their participation as a Board member. It is an honor to serve on the Board but can also be a sacrifice in terms of time and financial resources.

I want to thank all the companies who made the effort to participate in the 2024 EXPO. We truly appreciate your partnership with SCWA and know it will pay good dividends.

A special thank you to the 2024 SCWA Sponsors who helped make the SCWA events more fun and affordable. Check out the Exhibitors and Sponsors on pages 31 & 33. You will also be able to find these companies on the SCWA website. I encourage you to support the companies who support SCWA. To each of you – our members – thank you for your support and now I challenge each of you to take the high energy, spirit and enthusiasm of EXPERIENCE SCWA 2024 into this next year and let us raise the bar to the next level in SCWAas well as our businesses.

T SCWA WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS

SCWA NEWS

he SCWA membership elected two new members to the Board of Directors at the recent Annual SCWA Membership Meeting held during the 2024 Convention in Fort Worth. Board member plaques are shown being presented to Veronica Attlee and Carl Howard.

SCWA RECOGNIZES RETIRING BOARD MEMBERS

SCWA recognized two members of the Board of Directors who are retiring after serving in leadership roles. Shown is Lanese Barnett receiving her plaque acknowledging her service. Retiring Board member Ryan Darby was not available for the ceremony.

and above par for wash results to reach maximum efficiency. Monitoring the equipment with daily and weekly checks are a must to prevent potential mishaps or out-of-control usage — water, chemistry, etc.

“Speaking from the standpoint of our systems only, if completely biodegradable chemicals are always used and routine maintenance followed, quarterly nutrients need to be added to the system, and an annual filter change is required,” Gibney says.

DOL FINALIZES CONTROVERSIAL NEW INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RULE

If you have multiple checking or savings accounts, consider consolidating to one of each, preferably at the same bank-more accounts mean higher odds of overdrafts. Especially troublesome are accounts with automated withdrawals or payments-easily overdrawn if no one is paying close attention. If there are lots of CDs, savings accounts and/ or moneymarket accounts at different institutions, some could be easily overlooked.

DFINAL RESULTS

oes your company use independent contractors? Can the government or a judge conclude that your contractors are your employees and are entitled to overtime pay? Yes, it’s a possibility with the new “employee-friendly” Department of Labor (“DOL”) final rule that goes into effect on March 11. This final rule explains when a worker will be classified as an employee or independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).

If maintained correctly, the final results provided by closed-loop carwashing should rival conventional wash quality, the NWI team states. The path to achieve this quality is not without some increased maintenance requirements and equipment costs. But, these factors should be weighed against the savings of reduced water and sewer costs to determine the feasibility and profitability of closed-loop operation.

The new DOL rule shifts to a totality-of-the-circumstances analysis in determining whether an individual should be considered an employee or an independent contractor. The final rule relies on six (6) economic reality factors. No factor is given more weight than another and should be applied equally. These six (6) factors include:

Ideally, a closed-loop wash is using completely biodegradable chemicals, operating a true restoration system that removes chemicals from the water and following the manufacturer’s required maintenance, Gibney concludes. If so, customers will not be able to tell any difference in wash quality compared to the use of fresh water.

1. The worker’s opportunity for profit or loss.

Stick with paper statements. It's perfectly fine for you to access your accounts online, but it's easy for someone else to overlook or be shut out of your online only accounts, which may be difficult to access. Bills and statements that arrive in the mail provide a wonderful fail-safe. That's true even if the financial agent doesn't live near you-your mail can be forwarded to that person by the post office or a trusted neighbor.

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between independent contractors and employees or further muddles the waters for courts to decide employment status based on the totality of circumstances approach. Heading toward March 2024, when the final rule goes into effect, employers should revisit their independent contractor business relationships and confirm that they meet the new “test” to avoid getting sued by workers or investigated by the DOL.

Create a concise guide to your finances. Having all of your financial information in one place will save your designated agent a lot of time and greatly reduce the odds that something will be missed. Handwrite this list, or type and print it. But don't save it on your computer or send it via e-mail-that would increase the risk that this sensitive info could be stolen. Among the details to include...

Monty & Ramirez is the SCWA legal partner. If you have questions about your company’s independent contractor business model to determine if it complies with the DOL final rule, please contact Monty & Ramirez.

2. The worker’s investment in equipment or materials required for the task.

By freelance contributor, Jonathan Abrams, Professional Carwashing & Detailing .

FINANCIAL

3. The degree of permanence of the working relationship.

4. The nature and degree to which the employer controls the work.

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5. The extent to which the service rendered is an integral part of the employer’s business.

6. The amount of skill and initiative required for the job.

Could someone step in and successfully manage your financial affairs if you are unable to do so yourself? Of course, you could execute a "financial power of attorney'' designating someone as a "financial agent" to act on your behalf in financial matters if you're incapacitated. But just drafting that document with an attorney, which you should do, doesn't guarantee that this relative, friend or adviser will know what to do. The issue isn't so much whether he/ she lacks financial savvy-it's that figuring out someone else's finances on the fly is a massive challenge.

As ADVANTAGE went to print, a bill was introduced in congress to prevent DOL from finalizing, implementing or enforcing the overtime proposed rule. Watch your weekly SCWA Legislative & Regulatory emails for updates on the status of the bill and the proposed rule.

Having a financial plan in place for health emergencies is especially on many people's minds now because of the coronavirus pandemic, but an incapacitating emergency could come up at any time. Here's how to prepare finances for an emergency handoff…

SIMPLIFY IN ADVANCE

Consolidate credit cards and bank accounts. Missed credit card payments are among the most common missteps when someone takes over your finances. The more cards you use, the greater the odds that there will be a problem. Cut back to only two, if possible.

Misclassifying employees as independent contractors will continue to be a headache for employers relying on independent contractors to support their business model. Employers must reevaluate their business models to avoid legal exposure triggered by a DOL investigation or a wage and hour lawsuit. If an independent contractor is deemed an employee, the individual will be entitled to overtime pay for at least the past two (2) years. The employer may also be liable for additional damages and attorney’s fees.

Time will tell if this final rule helps clarify the differences

Income sources. Note how each of your income streams arrives-pensions and Social Security payments often are direct-deposited into bank accounts, for example. If you

- Jacob M. Monty, Nallely I. Rodrguez, Monty & Ramirez LLP

U.S. CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT IS DECLARED UNCONSTITUTIONAL

Afederal judge just ruled that the Corporate Transparency Act is unconstitutional, marking the end of a 16-month legal battle.

SCWA has long supported these efforts to strike down the CTA.

By way of background, the CTA is a sprawling new data collection regime that would have required more than 32 million entities – including virtually every small business in America – to hand over their sensitive private data to the government.

We’ve written about the statute extensively, but the bottom line is that the CTA would have saddled law-abiding citizens and companies with compliance headaches and criminal penalties, while doing virtually nothing to combat illicit activity.

Recognizing that the federal government went far beyond

their enumerated powers in enacting and implementing the law, the National Small Business Association filed a legal challenge back in 2022, alleging that it violates a laundry list of constitutional protections.

As it turns out, presiding Federal District Court Judge Liles Burke agrees with our concerns. In his ruling issued, he wrote:

When Congress passed the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, it included a bill called the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”). Although the CTA made up just over 21 pages of the NDAA’s nearly 1,500-page total, the law packs a significant regulatory punch, requiring most entities incorporated under State law to disclose personal stakeholder information to the Treasury Department’s criminal enforcement arm.

By requiring these disclosures, Congress aimed to prevent financial crimes like money laundering and

tax evasion, which are often committed through shell corporations. Broadly defined, a shell corporation is a legal entity with no (or minimal) employees, customers, business, or assets.

Although shell corporations serve many legitimate purposes, it’s also possible to disguise the identity of interested individuals and the flow of money by layering shell companies on top of each other, “such that each time an investigator obtains ownership records for a domestic or foreign entity, the newly identified entity is yet another corporate entity, necessitating a repeat of the same process[.]” Pub. L. 116-283 § 6402(4).

Yet corporate formation includes far more than forprofit enterprise. Each year, the States grant formal status to millions of entities that can and do serve “any lawful purpose,” including benefit corporations, nonprofits, holding companies, political organizations, and everything in between.

With that in mind, this case presents a deceptively simple question: Does the Constitution give Congress the power to regulate those millions of entities and their stakeholders the moment they obtain a formal corporate status from a State? The Government thinks so. While it acknowledges that Congress “can exercise only the powers granted to it,” the Government says that the CTA is within Congress’ broad powers to regulate commerce, oversee foreign affairs and national security, and impose taxes and related regulations.

The Government’s arguments are not supported by precedent. Because the CTA exceeds the Constitution’s limits on the legislative branch and lacks a sufficient nexus to any enumerated power to be a necessary or proper means of achieving Congress’ policy goals, the Plaintiffs are entitled to judgment as a matter of law.

As a result, the Court GRANTS the Plaintiffs’ motion for summary judgment and DENIES the Government’s motion to dismiss and alternative cross-motion for summary judgment.

So for now, millions of small business owners can stop navigating FinCEN’s website and go back to running their businesses.

The Department of Justice is almost certain to appeal the ruling, so the court challenge is far from over.

But whichever way it goes, the ruling will help focus the attention of the public, the media, and lawmakers as to the threat the CTA and other laws like it pose to the privacy of law-abiding Americans, and it will help us in our efforts to ultimately fight these laws in Congress.

The decision issued is a big win for millions of law-abiding businesses nationwide.

SCWA will continue to provide updates and developments.

SCWA is continuing to identify resources that will help members and the greater car wash community rebound stronger than ever. We believe there are opportunities to be found even in times like now. This effort will lead into the 2021 Convention & EXPO and beyond. SCWA is developing plans to expand many of these efforts in a broader and expanded role over the next several years. The SCWA website provides resources and links as we all continue to navigate this unprecedented time –www.swcarwash.org

YOU CAN DISPUTE YOUR PROPERTY TAXES…AND WIN

SCWA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

Periodically SCWA members are featured in national publications. Recently SCWA member The Wash Tub’s employee was highlighted in Professional Carwashing & Detailing.

30 and Under Rising Stars: Austin Mitchan

FINANCE

PHere are just a few of the actions SCWA undertook:

roperty tax assessments are generated by computers without a human ever looking at the property—and they often are wrong. What to do if you think you’re paying too much…

We are proud to recognize today's rising young star player, Austin Mitchan.

• Worked with Texas Governor Abbott to have car washing confirmed as “essential businesses” in Texas.

Review the information on file for your property.

• Worked with SCWA members in many other states, such as: Colorado, New Mexico, Hawaii, Kansas, Maryland and Ohio; by providing information as to the essential business nature of car washing.

same style of home…no more than 200 square feet bigger or smaller than your home…and built no more than five years before or after your home. The sales should have occurred as close as possible to your property assessment’s “date of valuation.”

Austin Mitchan works as a manager for The Wash Tub in San Antonio. According to his nominator, Area Director Mike Mireles, Mitchan is making an impact at a young age.

Read your state’s property tax manual.

This often can be found on the county or town government’s website. Or visit the county/town office, and ask to see your property’s “appraisal card” or “assessor’s inventory card.”

Review this for details that make your property appear more valuable than it is. Value is first determined by the style of home, then square footage, location, year built, etc. Contact the Assessor’s office if you find any errors.

• Worked with many city and county officials to give car washes the option to open as essential businesses in local communities such as Dallas; Fort Worth; Greenville; Houston; Albuquerque.

Compare your property’s assessed value with sale prices of comparable properties.

According to President Jeff Blansit, “I have been very proud of the role SCWA has played in trying to keep the car wash community working as an “essential business”. We stand ready to continue our efforts on behalf of our members and the car wash community”.

Use Zillow.com to look up how much properties like yours have sold for recently, or ask a real estate agent to help you. Use properties that are in your neighborhood…the

Thank you, Austin, for making our industry better.

Name: Austin Mitchan

These manuals often are online, or contact your state’s department of revenue to ask where to find it. They explain the state’s assessment and appeals process and/or programs that provide tax breaks.

Age: 24

Title: Manager

Workplace: The Wash Tub, S.E. Military location, San Antonio

Appeal if you think the assessment is too high.

If you received an assessment notice, it likely includes appeal instructions, or call the Assessor’s office to ask how to appeal. Helpful: If something makes it less valuable than it looks on paper, offer to let the Assessor take a look in person.

If your initial appeal is denied, appeal again.

Impact: Austin Mitchan has been with The Wash Tub for almost two years and has greatly impacted the business in that short amount of time. Mitchan is from the San Antonio community and graduated from Highlands High School. Following high school, he was accepted to the Mays School of Business at Texas A&M University, where he graduated with his bachelor’s degree in business.

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Initial appeals often are denied because the Assessor hasn’t had time to consider the property. Appealing typically triggers an in-person hearing.

Ask the Assessor’s office, “Which comps will you be using at the hearing?”

If this list is long, ask which three to five they expect to focus on. Research these properties to determine why they’re more valuable than your home. Does your property share a boundary with a rail line, while the comp abuts a golf course? Has a comp been renovated recently? Is your home in a flood zone or in need of repairs? A real estate agent can help you obtain MLS listings for the comp properties.

Weigh the Assessor’s offers.

Assessors often offer a lower assessment prior to a hearing. You can accept the offer (called a stipulation), and the protest is over…or refuse the offer and try to get a further reduction at a hearing.

Attend another homeowner’s hearing.

Sit in on at least one so you know what to expect at your own hearing.

At your hearing, explain why your comps are better fits than the Assessor’s.

Present properties that are like yours but that have lower sold prices…and explain why the comparable properties the Assessor cites are more valuable. Lead with the amount you believe the property is worth. Face the hearing officer when you speak, not the Assessor.

If you lose your in-person appeal, consider appealing again.

Further appeals often occur at the state level and require the Assessor’s office to hire an attorney. Assessors sometimes offer to compromise to avoid that expense.

- Ed Tomlinson, Bottom Line

SCWA APPRECIATES THE SUPPORT OF OUR CORPORATE AND PLATINUM MEMBERS

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T2024 SCWA CONVENTION

he 2024 edition of the Southwest Car Wash Association Convention & EXPO recently concluded bringing together about 2700 car washers from 45 different states plus Mexico; Canada; Finland and Germany at the Fort Worth Convention Center.

According to SCWA President Frank Nuchereno, “I am always amazed to see the excitement and enthusiasm of all the attendees and exhibitors. As the first big car wash event of the year, the SCWA Convention & EXPO is a wonderful opportunity bringing the greater car wash community together to start the year with great anticipation.”

The Convention was highlighted by two nationally recognized speakers. First, Stu Crum, CEO of True Blue Car Wash kicked off the popular CEO Forum on Wednesday giving his insights on the car wash industry now and heading into the next several years. Then on Thursday, attendees enjoyed the inspirational message from Convention Keynote Emmitt Smith. Smith offered motivational stories on his career along with insights

encouraging attendees to fill their lives with passion and pride.

The 2024 SCWA event included a record EXPO area with more than 435 booths and over 100,000 square feet of eyepopping exhibits; the popular EXPO Quick Talks Stage; plus premier education sessions including the Car Wash Academy.

Bill Martin, Metro Express, was honored during the Thursday General Session with the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award.

WHAT HAPPENS HERE CHANGES THE INDUSTRY

2024 SCWA EXPO

GREAT CAR WASHES DON’T JUST HAPPEN

from, when it should arrive and what to do if it doesn't arrive. Example: If you have a rental property, your tenants or property management company might send you paper checks each month.

from, when it should arrive and what to do if it doesn't arrive. Example: If you have a rental property, your tenants or property management company might send you paper checks each month.

Recurring payments— including mortgage/rent, utilities, taxes (estimated income taxes and property taxes), insurance premiums… payments made to personal or household assistance providers… and other bills that recur on a regular basis. Search your checking account and credit card transactions histories to make sure you haven't missed any of these. For each listing, provide your account number, password/PIN and the company's contact phone number or website as well as a brief description of when and how it is paid. Indicate where you wire a check or have set up automatic payments from an account.

Recurring payments— including mortgage/rent, utilities, taxes (estimated income taxes and property taxes), insurance premiums… payments made to personal or household assistance providers… and other bills that recur on a regular basis. Search your checking account and credit card transactions histories to make sure you haven't missed any of these. For each listing, provide your account number, password/PIN and the company's contact phone number or website as well as a brief description of when and how it is paid. Indicate where you wire a check or have set up automatic payments from an account.

Any payments made annually or semiannually deserve special attention—the less often a recurring bill is paid, the greater the odds that your financial agent will overlook it when reviewing your finances. The is common with longterm-care insurance, home/auto insurance and property taxes. Highlight the dates these are due, and add a warning that this date is important. Example: A woman was in a rehab facility when her long-term-care policy's bill arrived. The deadline passed before she or her loved ones realized anything was amiss. The insurer fused to reinstate the policy.

Any payments made annually or semiannually deserve special attention—the less often a recurring bill is paid, the greater the odds that your financial agent will overlook it when reviewing your finances. The is common with longterm-care insurance, home/auto insurance and property taxes. Highlight the dates these are due, and add a warning that this date is important. Example: A woman was in a rehab facility when her long-term-care policy's bill arrived. The deadline passed before she or her loved ones realized anything was amiss. The insurer fused to reinstate the policy.

such as a friend or family member, to be notified if the policy is behind in payments.

such as a friend or family member, to be notified if the policy is behind in payments.

Bank, investment and credit card accounts. Include each institutions's name and contact phone number, account number and passwords/PINs.

Bank, investment and credit card accounts. Include each institutions's name and contact phone number, account number and passwords/PINs.

Financial professionals you work with. This could include a tax preparer, estate attorney, financial planner, investment adviser and/or trust officer. Provide phone numbers and e-mail addresses. These pros might be able to help the agent answer questions about your finances— though likely only questions related to their specialties. In addition to keeping this list with your plan, give it to loves ones so if all else fails, these people can piece together your financial activity.

Financial professionals you work with. This could include a tax preparer, estate attorney, financial planner, investment adviser and/or trust officer. Provide phone numbers and e-mail addresses. These pros might be able to help the agent answer questions about your finances— though likely only questions related to their specialties. addition to keeping this list with your plan, give it to loves ones so if all else fails, these people can piece together your financial activity.

Your personal information. Provide your full name, mailing address, email address and phone number(s), date of birth, Social Security number and mother's maiden name. If you were widowed within the past five years, include your late spouse's personal info, too. Photocopy your driver's license and health insurance/Medicare card and attach these to your financial guide.

Your personal information. Provide your full name, mailing address, email address and phone number(s), date of birth, Social Security number and mother's maiden name. If you were widowed within the past five years, include your late spouse's personal info, too. Photocopy your driver's license and health insurance/Medicare card and attach these to your financial guide.

PROVIDE FURTHER GUIDANCE

PROVIDE FURTHER GUIDANCE

Confirm that your financial guide is understood and properly stored. When you hand your guide to your financial agent, ask him to read it in your presence

Confirm that your financial guide is understood and properly stored. When you hand your guide to your financial agent, ask him to read it in your presence so

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• Energy ROI savings is one year which is the cost of the Elite 460

• Energy comparison of two 30 HP motors vs. ten 15 HP motors

• The average cost per kilowatt in the USA is $0.11/kWh, for $32,000 annual savings

• The installation of two 30 HP motors vs. ten 15 HP is a onetime saving of $56,000 (Based on cost of $7,000 per motor)

• First year saving is $88,000 and $32,000 each year therea er

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POWER CONSUMPTION

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UP TIME

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84 hr/wk X 52 wk/yr = 4,368 hr/yr

CONSUMPTION COST

45 kWh X 4,368 hr/yr = 196,560 kWh/yr

196,560 kWh/yr X $0.11/hr = $21,333/yr

Convert to (2) 30 HP motors = $32,000 savings

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UP TIME

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84 hr/wk X 52 wk/yr = 4,368 hr/yr

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■ Filters – Four-bag system uses high performance, synthetic filtration media with 15 sq. ft. filtration area. Two easy-access service doors on rear

■ 1-1/2” dia. vac hose – high-flex, vinyl, crushable, 15 ft. long. Includes cuff and polyethylene hand tool

■ ¼” x 25’ Wire braid or coil hose with inline gauge

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■ 1.25 HP ‘Big Dog’ high output compressor

■ Brushed Stainless Steel Tank and Main Cabinet

■ Coin acceptor – mechanical

■ Electrical - 120 V ac, 25 amps

■ Mounting - One internal and two external lugs with security collars. Uses 3/8” bolts for secure installation.

■ Tank Dimensions - 18.5”dia. x 42”h

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Another advantage controllers enable is to-the-inch application of chemicals. This precise application means operators can effectively control their washes’ chemical costs. When set up correctly, equipment only sprays the vehicle, not the gap between vehicles, Davy notes. This to-the-inch application continues through the entire tunnel and applies to such services as ceramic coatings, wax applications and other necessary chemistry. This universal control not only saves on chemistry costs, but it also provides customers a better wash experience.

Did You Know

Best way to defog a windshield in cold weather. Turn on the heat and the air conditioning. Point the blower at the windshield at full blast...turn the heat to the hottest setting... once the heat is raised, turn on the air conditioning...and turn off recirculation. Some cars have a single control to do all these things at once. Why it works: Heat prevents fogging, and air conditioning dries up fog that is already present. Turning off recirculation helps pull in drier outside air instead of recirculating the humid inside air. Tip: Keeping the inside of your windshield clean will reduce fogging.

TEnergy efficiency can be another advantage. “Your tunnel controller also helps you save electricity by driving each piece of machinery in the tunnel, activating your vehicle frequency-driven devices and controlling signage and lighting around your facility,” Davy continues. “Additionally, your tunnel controller can help conserve energy by leaving your dryers on when multiple cars are in the tunnel, avoiding costly start-ups of the dryer system. Without wasting chemical or electricity, you are better able to control your per-car costs and make each service more profitable.”

Bath points to efficient look-ahead features in a carwash tunnel that can include the controller keeping the blowers running for the following vehicle. Again, this step saves energy and creates cost savings. “There are many features that can help operators save power, water, etc. When you understand all these modern-day features, your process will benefit as well as your cost savings,” Bath says.

oday’s phone etiquette. Text before calling - unless you are calling friends or family or about an emergency, find out the availability of the person you want to speak with via text before placing a call. Go easy on the voicemailmost people don’t listen to voicemail anymore. Send a text instead, unless it’s work-related, an emergency or something involving emotion. Don’t make video calls unannounced it’s like barging straight into someone’s house. Don’t FaceTime in public - if FaceTime is unavoidable, stay at least 10 feet away from others and lower your voice. No “phubbing”that means “phone snubbing,” sticking your nose in your phone instead of paying attention to others. No phones at the dinner table or during meetings.

dumped into the truck bed or turn off blowers so they will not blow debris out of the bed onto other vehicles.

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