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Autowash Systems, Inc. Appointed in Central MN

AWSadmin — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 02:31:49 +0000

Autowash Systems, Inc. Appointed by PDQ Manufacturing As Equipment Distributor for Central Minnesota

De Pere, WI (October 25, 2010) – PDQ Manufacturing, Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of touch-free vehicle wash systems, has appointed Autowash Systems, Inc., as a new distributor serving the central Minnesota market. Based in New Prague, MN, Autowash Systems, Inc., will distribute and service PDQ’s LaserWash® and Tandem® RiteTouch in-bay automatic vehicle wash systems.

“We see an opportunity with PDQ to distribute a high quality, well known in-bay automatic line. Our partnership will allow Autowash to bring this industry leading in-bay line to our customers, and will further grow the Minnesota market. It’s a win-win partnership, and in the long run will produce more opportunities for both of our companies,” said Brian Dohm, President of Autowash Systems, Inc., (ASI).

ASI has been a complete service provider for car wash equipment in Minnesota since 1993. ASI currently has four PDQ trained service personal and provides consulting, reclaim, service and peripheral equipment to the area. ASI delivers quality and value to the customer and can be reached at 952-758-4865 or visit www.autowashsystems.com.

Commenting on the appointment, PDQ’s Senior Vice President of Sales, Gerry Hanrahan said, “The Minnesota market is an area that we have been focused on improving our coverage and we’re excited to have ASI on board as a new distributor so that we can service our clients better and help grow our presence in this key region. With a long established presence in the Minnesota market and a reputation for excellent customer service, we are looking forward to the possibilities that our new partnership with ASI can provide car wash owners and operators in the Minnesota marketplace.”

PDQ Manufacturing is recognized as the technological leader in vehicle wash systems, providing superior quality, outstanding support, and products that contribute to our customers’ profitability. Brands include LaserWash® In-Bay Automatics, MaxAir™ Dryers, Access® Customer Management Systems, and Tandem® RiteTouch Vehicle Wash Systems. Products are sold and supported worldwide through an extensive distribution network. For more information, visit www.pdqinc.com or call (800) 227-3373.

Keeping it Clean While Washing Your Car

AWSadmin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 22:04:56 +0000

From KAAL TV.

KAAL TV (ABC) ran a story about the environmental impacts of self-washing and commercial car washes. The story points to the often times misunderstood environmental impacts of car washes. Speaking about how wash water contaminates get into the water supply when “home” washing our cars, the story suggests that taking your car to a commercial car wash is the best way to be environmentally friendly, “The best way to avoid these contaminates from getting into our water is to take your car to a commercial car wash. At commercial car washes, the wash water is sent to the sanitary sewer and treated to remove pollutants.”

Click here to go right to the article.

Is Reclamation Worth the Expense?

AWSadmin — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:22:51 +0000

“If you’re not facing a drought, is reclamation worth the expense?” ASI Director of Sales and Marketing Joel Wollin answers this question by providing a cost/benefit analysis of water reclamation projects that might surprise you in the September 2008 issue of Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine.

The article discusses how eco-friendly practices are having an impact on the carwash industry and specifically water use issues. Rather than focus on environmentally friendly marketing and the “green” hype, the articles focuses on the financial aspects of water use decisions that carwash operators face; cost savings, reclaim and reuse strategies, and regulatory issues.

Read Joel’s article in September’s issue of Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine – A cost/benefit analysis of water. (Volume 32, Issue 9 – September 2008)

ASI Builds the First Flex Serve Car Wash in Minnesota

AWSadmin — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:06:42 +0000

Fastest car wash at Snell Motors

The Hi-Speed Tunnel Auto Wash, which will open at the southeast corner of Snell Motors, is billed as the fastest car wash in the state. Read the story from the Mankato Free Press – Mankato,MN,USA.

2007 MPMA Convention

AWSadmin — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 14:23:41 +0000

We will be at the 2007 Minnesota Petroleum Marketers Association event in April. The annual convention and trade show is being held April 10-12, at the Sheraton Bloomington Hotel in Bloomington, MN.

Spot-free rinse: An innovative solution

AWSadmin — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 07:00:13 +0000

ASI Director of Sales and Marketing Joel Wollin writes in the November 2006 issue of Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine about offering spot-free rinse in your self-serve wash bays.

The article discusses some key success factors and provides insight into how to attract and keep customers through innovation in the self-serve car wash sector.

Read Joel’s article in November’s issue of Professional Carwashing & Detailing magazine or online at Professional Car Care Online.

C-stores urged to educate carwash customers

AWSadmin — Sat, 02 Sep 2006 20:34:41 +0000

Carwashes use less water than other businesses, and convenience stores with carwashes should let their customers and lawmakers know, according to the latest issue of Convenience Store Decisions.

The Aug. 17 article said many local governments unfairly target carwashes for using too much water as part of water conservation programs and drought restriction policies.

Read the full story on Professional Car Care Online.

Handing out coupons? Don’t target dirty cars

AWSadmin — Sat, 02 Sep 2006 20:33:21 +0000

If you want to increase business through a flyer campaign, you’d better not waste your time singling out dirty cars, according to a recent article in The Boston Globe.

According to the Globe, chances are that car is owned by someone who doesn’t care the car is dirty, can’t afford a carwash, or simply doesn’t have the time.

From Professional Car Care Online.