Volvo Cars Brisbane North, part of a national dealership group, was facing mounting delays in its wash bay.
The Problem
Every vehicle is washed after servicing or before delivery, but an unreliable pressure cleaner and lack of support left staff reverting to sponge-and-bucket washing.
The impact of this was stressed detailers, frustrated service teams and a serious bottleneck that was slowing the entire operation.
The Solution
SPITWATER’s Solution Specialist visited the site to understand the full workflow and identify where the delays were occurring. They observed how vehicles were queued, how the old system was being used (or not), and how many minutes were lost with each manual pre-spray or rinse.
The assessment revealed that the main issues were inefficient switching between foam and rinse, excessive chemical usage and insufficient throughput capacity for peak periods.
To resolve this, SPITWATER installed:
- Two HP14150E GT Pressure Cleaners: Industrial-grade performance for high daily volume and consistent pressure
- Rollover Foam Lance Setups: Enable seamless switching between foam and rinse with a flick of the wrist.
- Precision high-speed chemical injectors minimise waste and reduce costs by preventing overuse. They support between one and four chemicals and can be configured in a range of mounting options.
This tailored setup was designed to eliminate downtime, minimise manual handling and maximise output during busy periods.
The Results
The transformation was immediate and significant:
- 60% reduction in wash time per vehicle—from 15 minutes down to just 6
- 40 vehicles washed daily, with zero downtime
- Wash bay bottleneck completely resolved, keeping the service team on schedule
- Reduced stress and physical workload for detailers, improving consistency and morale
Why It Worked
SPITWATER’s tailored system addressed the exact pain points uncovered during the site assessment.
By optimising flow, improving usability and ensuring equipment reliability, Volvo Cars Brisbane North now has a wash bay that keeps up with demand without compromise.
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