Flash Dry

[Sudzie]

Just wondering if any one out there has good information on the use of the "Flash Dry" concept??? We are building and new wash to open in December and I am curious if it is worth trying out. Thanks-

 

[rph9168]

I was impressed with what I saw. A lot would depend on your drying agent and ability to be able to direct the air flow of your dryer, You need to be able to push the water on the surface forward and/or to the side without blowing the drying agent around before it hits the vehicle. If you are short on drip space it might be worth a try.

 

[Earl Weiss]

Saw one at a place in Chicago. Does it work? Yes. Does it work better than just having another 10 HP dryer before your existing dryers? I don't know. Years ago (like 30+) we had the very popular Sherman 3 motor units (Still have one in a place with top followers removed) with 2 top followers. Ahead of these was a top only unit (I believe Hanna made it) and we called it a "Booster". The idea then was a way of mechanicaly enhancing the drip space.
Anyway, IMO the top center of the car which this unit targets is the easieest part to dry.

 

[robert roman]

I promote the technique because it works well if done properly.

On the other hand, I find most people are convinced drip space is needed to dry a vehicle.

Give the good folks at MacNiel and PDQ a call. Both companies have experience with this technique.