Instant quoteAfter trucks or other vehicle use on construction sites or other messy work areas, it is wise to rid wheels of any debris or residual dirt caught in them, which may otherwise end up being dropped on public roads and streets. Messy roads can cause problems with residents and authorities. With the wheel washing system from MobyDick, FRUTIGER Company AG, you can avoid such problems while enjoying enjoy tried-and-tested quality and flexibility.
Wheel washing systems: Here’s why you shouldn’t lack one
There is no limit to the range of industries where the use of trucks is essential: Transporting produce from farms, ferrying construction material in sites, transporting bulky machinery and equipment for use in other industries, and so on. The only major downside of being responsible for a truck is their tendency to leave dirt or pollutants in their paths and parking spaces, often due to their messy working areas.
This is a particular problem when the truck carries the dirt through public roads and drops it on the streets. The result of this is not just the streets looking ugly. Both small and large particles in the road present a hazard to other vehicles, which can cause damage, and in the worst case, even result in accidents. When the wind from passing vehicles lifts the particles into the air, the result could be damaged paintwork and windscreens, limiting visibility and causing an increased risk of sliding.
It is your responsibility as the operator of the truck to ensure that no such thing happens. For company trucks, it is important to maintain a professional image for your potential customers. Having your company trucks running around with dirty wheels will soil not just the path your vehicles use but also the reputation of your company. This is why the wheels of trucks or other construction site vehicles should be clean before being let onto public roads. Wheel washing systems offer a convenient solution to this problem.
All your employees will be required to do is drive through the wheel washing system with the trucks and construction site vehicles. The coarse dirt particles will first be removed, after which the chassis and wheels are thoroughly cleaned. The vehicles can then be driven on public roads or any other places without leaving behind an ugly trail of dirt. All this is done in a short time compared to tiresome and time-consuming manual cleaning.
MobyDick wheel washing systems: why choose them?
For more than thirty years, MobyDick has proven itself as an authoritative brand on many construction sites and zones where heavy plant machinery is used worldwide. MobyDick boasts not just the widest product range on the market but also the use of innovative technology that constantly develops and improves its wheel cleaning systems. You can, therefore, be assured of maximum reliance and flexibility when deciding on the system that suits you best.
Also, specialists from FRUTIGER Company AG – the manufacturers – will keep you well advised, giving you details to help you find the most suitable product for you. MobyDick wheel washing systems also come in a range of versions. You can find products from the standardized ConLine systems to tailor-made product lines, like ONE, RS Line and Dragon. The wheel washing system can be installed for both stationary and mobile cleaning, i.e., work yards or construction sites. They are robustly built, extremely functional, and able to handle complex cleaning tasks with minimal breakdowns or malfunctions.
MobyDick ConLine: Flexible, standard wheel-cleaning solutions
The ConLine KIT Flex and ConLine KIT Plus product lines are particularly suited for mobile applications. The product series design is dedicated to ensuring a high throughput suitable for standard cleaning solutions. The experts at MobyDick have developed a modular concept – where the individual components can be fitted together in various ways as desired. This means that each component is independent of the whole system, where they can be fitted and replaced when the desired application at the time calls for it.
This flexibility makes it possible to use the wheel washing system in a variety of environments where the system can be tailored to the specific situation. The fitting time for the drive-through system is very short, making it easy to put the wheel washer into operation when required. The flexibility of the wheel washing system makes it especially handy in construction sites where mobility is highly appreciated as the set-up is usually temporary. Needless to say, the system can also be set to operate as a stationary wheel washer. For instance, one could be placed near the exit of a farm loading area to ensure the trucks coming out are all clean.
MobyDick ONE: Up to the highest of demands
The MobyDick One Wheel washing system is an improvement of the MobyDick Quick – the first drive-through washing system by Frutiger Company AG. These are tailor-made solutions where you get to choose the length, design, width, water recycling capabilities, and even the washing power. All of these aspects are optimally planned to ensure that your MobyDick-ONE system meets all your specifications.
You also get to choose the maximum axle load system depending on the weight you expect the system to be exposed to. With this product, you get the most modern wheel washing system in the world, which is reliable for removing even the heaviest dirt with ease. Both the side and floor nozzles are modular, meaning you can exchange them for other nozzles as required by the situation.
Special nozzles can be fitted to prevent blockages, which could result in costly and annoying interruptions. The MobyDick ONE is also fitted with an innovative spray pattern to ensure that the maximum cleaning effect is attained. Even the difficult to reach crevices of the wheels and chassis will, therefore, be cleaned. Other systems available are the Compact RS Line roller systems and the MobyDick Dragon wheel, which are particularly suitable for low soiling and the reduction and generation of dust.
Wheel washing systems from MobyDick: Resource-Saving and Inexpensive to Operate, thanks to water recycling
The wheel washing systems from MobyDick rely on proven technology that works with large amounts of water and low pressure. The flexible arrangement and diameter of the washing system nozzles makes it possible for them to be changed and adjusted for different vehicles or pressure levels as required. The use of low pressure means that you will use less energy than with a high-pressure cleaning system.
Lower energy use also means that you will incur lower power costs, with minimal operating costs for a better baseline. A powerful jet of at least six millimeters in diameter is sprayed, overcoming air resistance and hitting the chassis and wheels with pinpoint accuracy, effectively cleaning them. With a large water volume, it is difficult for any dust or dirt particles to remain.
The use of large amounts of water also means your washing system is cleaned in the process, removing the need for separate cleaning. Although a large volume of water is used, the fact that ModyDick wheel washing systems rely on water recycling keeps the costs reasonable. The used water is reprocessed through sedimentation in an attached recycling tank.
After dust and dirt have been deposited at the bottom, a scraper is used to remove them, either automatically, semi-automatically, or manually. The attached water recycling system that comes with the MobyDick wheel washing systems eliminates the need for additional facilities, such as cyclones and inclined plates usually required for recycling. This keeps the costs low, for acquisition, operation, and maintenance. After recycling, a slight clouding of the water can be observed.
This is usually not a problem at all; the wheels do not require absolutely clean water for them to be cleaned properly. The lack of chemical cleaning compounds in MobyDick wheel washers lowers the costs of disposing of dirty water. It also means a lower risk of damaging your truck wheels and polluting the environment. The use of low pressure also reduces the likelihood of fats and oils being released from the wheels of the vehicles, which would not only cause harm to the environment but also raise the cost of disposal.
FRUTIGER Company AG: A Pioneer in the wheel washing system Field
FRUTIGER company AG is a pioneer in wheel washing systems. Early in 1986, the Swiss company, which is based in Winterthur, presented its first wheel washing system. A little later in 1996, the company introduced the first drive-through wheel washing system – the MobyDick Quick – to the wheel washing scene. This development saw FRUTIGER Company AG cement its position as the global market leader in the washing system division.
Since then, the systems have been constantly improved through research and development to ensure they are of the highest standard on the market. FRUTIGER Company AG manufactures wheel washing systems in its ISO-certified production facilities in the Czech Republic, USA, and China. In recent years, FRUTIGER Company AG has restricted its wheel washing systems product range. As a result, you can now choose from over thirty standard models of the ConLine KIT Flex and KIT Plus.
Additionally, there are tried-and-tested RS Line and ONE Line models, which are also modular and flexible to meet the highest demands. Each wheel washing system is designed to be durable, requiring little maintenance with minimal malfunctions, if any at all. You can, therefore, bet on quality when choosing MobyDick wheel washers. With the diverse product range, customers will find the solution that perfectly matches their desired application.
To discover more about the features, functionality, and advantages of MobyDick wheel washing systems, feel free to contact the specialists at FRUTIGER Company AG. Be sure to use the opportunity to ask them anything about the product and receive expert advice on the options most suited to your needs. This way, you get a high-quality wheel washing system that fully meets your needs and one from which you can expect excellent value for money.
