What Westmatic does

Westmatic is a privately-held Swedish manufacturer of heavy vehicle wash systems, founded in 1974 in Arvika, Sweden by Jan Sundell and acquired by Lagercrantz Group in 2022. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures modular wash systems for buses, trucks, rail vehicles, and special vehicles (mining, military, construction), with manufacturing facilities in Arvika, Sweden and Buffalo, New York. Core product lines include drive-through systems (Compact, Hybrid, Transit Master, Speed Hybrid), rollover gantry systems (Viking Classic, Super), and train wash systems (Twin Line), supplemented by water treatment modules (Water Recycling System achieving 85% reuse, RENAREN electroflocculation purification, and the new PureFlow system launching April 2026), the WashControl/WASH 8.0 cloud administration platform, RFID tracking, manual washing equipment, and a proprietary line of detergents and wash chemicals.

The company's core technology differentiation is built on patented water recycling and purification systems that achieve 85% water reuse and 99% purification without chemical additives, alongside electronic brush control systems that eliminate pneumatic components. Westmatic operates a B2B enterprise sales motion targeting transit authorities, private fleet operators, and industrial customers across approximately 20 countries, supported by regional offices in the United States (Buffalo, Los Angeles), Canada, Norway, and Australia. Revenue is generated through capital equipment sales (one-time), recurring service and maintenance agreements (200+ active), spare parts (10,000+ SKUs in central warehouse), proprietary consumables (detergents), and installation/commissioning services. With 4,000+ installations worldwide, 50+ years of operating history, and approximately 75 employees, Westmatic is a niche industrial equipment specialist with established environmental technology leadership in heavy vehicle washing.

Name

Westmatic

Legal name

Westmatic Corporation

Website

https://westmatic.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Westmatic is a Swedish-founded, privately-held manufacturer of heavy vehicle wash systems for buses, trucks, rail, and special vehicles, offering modular wash machines, patented water recycling and purification technology, and recurring service agreements to transit authorities and fleet operators across approximately 20 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Vehicle Wash Systems

NAICS

Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (33331)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Pressure Washing & Jetting Equipment (IMAHALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Heavy Equipment, Fleet & Dumpster Pad Washing (HSAIAMAJ), Vehicle Washing, Cleaning & Detailing Services (TLAHACAF)

Keywords

• Heavy vehicle washing systems
• Commercial bus wash equipment
• Truck wash systems
• Train wash equipment
• Water recycling systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Buffalo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wash System Equipment Sales: Sale of heavy vehicle wash machines including rollover systems (Viking Classic), drive-through systems (Compact, Hybrid, Transit Master, Super), and train wash systems. Equipment includes accessories and options for customization.
2. Detergents and Wash Chemicals: Proprietary detergents and wash liquids including HD Truck Degreaser, Solvex, Clear Coat, Low pH Low Foam Wash, Chassis Guard, High pH Presoak, and Safe Acid Wheel Cleaner.
3. Service, Maintenance & Support: Preventive maintenance inspection (PMI) service agreements with customizable visit frequency (2-12 visits per year), free lifetime technical support, and 15% discount on parts for agreement holders.
4. Spare Parts: Warehouse with over 10,000 spare parts items for quick delivery to minimize downtime. Service vans carry common parts for emergency situations.
5. Installation and Commissioning: Delivery, installation, and remote monitoring services for wash systems. Remote diagnostics and optimization after installation.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Westmatic designs, manufactures, and sells automated heavy vehicle washing systems — rollover, drive-through, and touchless wash machines for buses, trucks, trains, and special vehicles — along with proprietary water recycling and purification modules, RFID-enabled administration software, and a line of wash detergents. Offerings are sold to transit authorities, fleet operators, rail operators, and industrial customers globally, supported by preventive maintenance service agreements, spare parts logistics, and installation/commissioning services.

Product overview

Westmatic offers a comprehensive modular wash system portfolio for heavy vehicles (buses, trucks, trains) consisting of core wash machines and add-on modules. Core wash machines include Compact (compact drive-through), Viking Classic (rollover gantry), Hybrid (combination brush/high-pressure), Transit Master (high-volume bus wash), Super (touchless for asymmetric vehicles), Twin Line (train wash), and Speed Hybrid (fast truck wash). Add-on modules include Water Recycling System (85% water reuse), RENAREN and PureFlow water purification (99% purification), WashControl and WASH 8.0 administration systems, Manual Detail Wands, Laguz, Detail Wash Module, RFID Tracking, and Dryer Systems. The company also offers a full range of proprietary detergents including HD Truck Degreaser, Solvex, Clear Coat, Chassis Guard, Low pH/Low Foam Wash, High pH Presoak, and Safe Acid Wheel Cleaner. All products are designed, developed, and manufactured in Arvika, Sweden with production also in Buffalo, NY for North American markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Clean & Green: Sustainability concept and overall brand positioning for washing systems of the future, focusing on minimizing environmental impact while maximizing cleaning results.
• RENAREN
• PureFlow
• WashControl
• WASH 8.0

Products and services

• Compact Drive-Through Wash System Ultra-compact drive-through wash system for buses, available in 2, 4, or 6 brush configurations, with wash time of approximately 60-90 seconds for a 12-meter vehicle. Features full-density brushes, mirror protection program, and modular design with lifetime-guaranteed framework.
• Viking Classic Rollover Wash System Flexible rollover washing machine for trucks, buses, motorhomes, and trailers in 2, 3, 4, 5 brush or touchless configurations, with floor rail or ceiling rail mounting and an optional drive-through program.
• Hybrid Drive-Through Wash System Combination drive-through system washing vehicles with brushes and high-pressure arches simultaneously or independently, in 2 or 4 brush configurations with overlapping 360-degree high-pressure arches for mixed bus and truck fleets.
• Transit Master Bus Wash System 4-brush drive-through bus wash system for high-volume schedules, with two sets of vertical brushes (full-length and half-length) to wash buses with front-mounted bicycle racks; cycle approximately 90 seconds with electronically controlled brushes.
• Super Touchless Wash System Advanced touchless system for large asymmetric vehicles including military vehicles, construction vehicles, garbage trucks, tankers, and mining vehicles, with three automatic high-pressure arcs and a self-adjusting contour reading system; available in mobile or stationary versions.
• Twin Line Train Wash System Bidirectional train washing machine for electrified and diesel-powered trains with special brushes, delivered fully customized and integrated with RFID system solutions for train registration and identification.
• Speed Hybrid / Speed Wash Truck Drive-Through Drive-through truck wash system capable of washing a 24-meter vehicle in approximately 4 minutes, combining vertical brushes and high-pressure arms for independent or simultaneous brush and touchless washing with electronically controlled brushes.
• Water Recycling System Automated water recycling system that reuses up to 85% of wash water using hydrocyclone separation and ozone treatment to eliminate bacteria and odors without chemical additives, reducing fresh water consumption and sewage costs.
• RENAREN Water Purification System Water purification system using electroflocculation technology to achieve 99% purification level, separating oil products, heavy metals, and other contaminants without chemical additives; DNV certified for ship installations.
• PureFlow Water Purification System Next-generation water purification system succeeding RENAREN, with 40% better purification, 30% faster processing, 4 dB quieter operation, lower water and energy consumption, and no harmful chemicals required.
• WashControl Administration System Self-service wash control system enabling 24/7 unmanned operation with personal wash cards, PIN codes, RFID capability, alarm and monitoring functions via email/text, and full use and consumption logging for invoicing.
• WASH 8.0 Cloud Administration Program Cloud-based administration program for WashControl with web interface for computer or smartphone, providing card management, price settings, environmental reporting, detailed wash/water/chemical consumption statistics, ERP integration via API, and multi-facility account support.
• HD Truck Degreaser Concentrated cationic detergent with anti-corrosion benefits forming a hydrophobic barrier/protectant film; removes grease, oil, and road film from heavy vehicles.
• Solvex Truck Wash Concentrated, moderate-foaming premium truck wash that effectively removes grease, oil, and road film from trucks, buses, trailers, and heavy equipment.
• Clear Coat Wash Detergent that creates superior beading action while conditioning and protecting the vehicle's clear coat finish.
• Chassis Guard Cationic detergent with anti-corrosion benefits forming a hydrophobic barrier/protectant film to keep moisture away from vehicle chassis components.
• Low pH Low Foam Wash Premium low-foaming acidic detergent designed as the first step of a two-phase wash process; usable as a low-pH pre-soak in friction or touchless car, truck, or bus washes.
• High pH Presoak Premium low-foaming high-alkaline detergent designed as the second step of a two-phase wash process; usable as a high-pH pre-soak for trucks, buses, and trains in friction or touchless operations.
• Safe Acid Wheel Cleaner Wheel cleaner that brightens aluminum and removes oxidation, brake dust, road film, and calcium/limescale deposits from vehicle wheels.
• Manual Detail Wands Ergonomically designed high-pressure lances for manual detail washing of heavy vehicles, dispensing water and chemicals (detergent, cold degreaser, acid) with precision; available standalone or as a complement to automatic wash systems.
• Laguz Standalone Manual Wash Unit Standalone manual high-pressure washing unit with complete kit, handling both hot and cold water delivering 160 bar continuously; includes wall bracket with floor stand option.
• Detail Wash Module Modular detail wash module with minimal technology room footprint; stainless steel construction with high-pressure flushing at 18 liters/minute and 120 bar, chemical use capabilities, and safety features; compatible with WashControl.
• RFID Tracking System RFID system solutions for registration and identification of vehicles and trains enabling tracking of wash frequency and cycles for different vehicles, integrated with administration systems for fleet monitoring.
• Dryer Systems Drying systems available in 75hp or 120hp configurations for removing excess water after washing; can be mounted separately or on board the washing facility for efficient drying at low running cost.
• Service, Maintenance & Training Agreements Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) service agreements with customizable visit frequency of 2-12 visits per year, free lifetime technical support, and 15% discount on parts for agreement holders.
• Delivery, Installation & Remote Monitoring Delivery, installation, and commissioning of wash systems with remote diagnostics and optimization services after installation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% of wash water recycled and reused
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature8 records

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Washworld: US-based manufacturer of touchless and friction vehicle wash systems for commercial and fleet applications. Direct competitor particularly in touchless vehicle washing technology.
• WashTec: Germany-based global leader in vehicle wash systems (cars and commercial vehicles). Directly competes with Westmatic in truck, bus, and commercial fleet wash segments, with broader product portfolio and greater scale.
• Istobal: Spanish manufacturer of vehicle wash systems including heavy vehicle and industrial applications. Directly competes with Westmatic in truck and bus wash segments across Europe and international markets.
• MKR Technology: German manufacturer of commercial vehicle wash systems specializing in trucks, buses, and rail vehicles. Direct niche competitor to Westmatic with overlapping product lines and customer segments.
• Christ Wash Systems: Swiss manufacturer of vehicle washing systems for cars, trucks, and commercial fleets. Direct peer in commercial/heavy vehicle wash equipment market with similar B2B sales motion.
• Ryko Solutions: North American vehicle wash equipment manufacturer owned by Velocity Vehicle Group, serving car wash, truck wash, and fleet customers. Direct competitor in the North American market where Westmatic operates its Buffalo facility.
• Belanger Inc. North American designer and manufacturer of commercial vehicle wash systems including conveyor and in-bay automatic equipment for fleets and dealerships. Direct peer in commercial vehicle washing.
• InterClean Equipment: US-based manufacturer of heavy-duty vehicle wash and water recycling systems serving transit, refuse, and commercial fleets. Direct peer with focus on heavy-duty washing and water treatment.
• D&S Car Wash Equipment: US-based commercial vehicle wash equipment manufacturer and distributor serving fleet, truck, and bus operators. Direct peer in the North American commercial vehicle wash equipment market.

Broad incumbents

• Alfred Kärcher: Global cleaning equipment manufacturer with broad industrial and commercial product portfolio including mobile high-pressure washers and stationary vehicle wash systems. Competes in adjacent categories with Westmatic.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/westmatic_washsystems
• Xx.com/westmatic
• Facebookfacebook.com/Westmatic
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/westmatic-corporation

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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