JustClean
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I have seen now many various posts about the danger of HF. How about if we all could get a list together of products that are safe to use AND do work?
My point hasn't been to criticize any input. I am just after a safe, quality cleaner. That's all. If we can't get this list together it only means: Use whatever you like but be careful! But I think we can do better than this. So let me rephrase my last posting:In reality many of the products most washes use could be potentially dangerous if not handled or applied properly. My point hasn't been to raise doubts about all the various products in use or to start a crusade against car wash chemicals (with the possible exception of products containing the fluoride ion). The point is that operators need to know as much as possible about the proper handling and application of every product they are using and to limit access to them to employees that are fully aware of what they are dealing with including remedies if they experience a problem with them. This is not only good operating procedure but is part of what OSHA requires.
We've never used glue or silicone to fix the panels to the walls on our installations. We felt without glue the panels could expand and contract due to seasonal temperature changes. We haven't had any problems in six years time. We did use clear silicone to fix the vertical end J chanels to the FRP panels, not the walls. With a little practice, we learned to put a fine bead deep in the chanel to glue the chanel without a messy squese out. In all, we've installed nearly 100 4x10 ft. sheets and 44 14 ft. sheets without any real problems.
What is the per bay cost for FRP? What about Extrutech? I am not worried about specifics, but what is the roundabout out the door price?