Car Wash Equipment & Supplies

What Car Wash Equipment & Supplies does

Car Wash Equipment & Supplies (CWE&S) is a privately held Florida-based distributor and service provider founded in 1980 and headquartered in Tamarac, with a 18,000 sq ft facility in nearby Coral Springs and two satellite facilities on the West Coast. The company operates as the exclusive distributor for PDQ In-Bay Automatics across 12 Florida counties, the Florida distributor for MacNeil Tunnel Systems, and the national/international distributor for All Wash Inc. restored equipment, complemented by an accessories portfolio (Unitec payment systems, PurClean/PurWater water treatment, CAT Pumps, Guardian Brushes, and chemicals from Solutions Direct, Turtle Wax, and Diamond Shine).

The business generates revenue across multiple streams: one-time equipment sales (tunnel and in-bay systems, plus refurbished units), recurring full maintenance contracts serviced by a 20-technician team available 7 days per week with GPS dispatch, parts and chemicals distribution supported by an 8,000 sq ft warehouse, and professional services including design/build for new investors, training programs, marketing coaching, and a car wash regeneration/refurbishment service. Pricing is quote-based with new equipment carrying a 3-month labor and 1-year parts warranty; maintenance contracts are typically annual post-warranty.

CWE&S serves three primary customer segments: major oil companies (BP, Shell, Exxon Mobil, Chevron Texaco, Hess, Valero, Citgo, Sunoco, Marathon, Motiva Equiva Shell, Mobile), private investors establishing new car wash sites (full design/build support from site evaluation through permitting), and existing independent operators seeking parts, chemicals, conversions, or equipment upgrades. Go-to-market combines field sales, exclusive manufacturer relationships, on-site seminars, and a multi-channel marketing presence centered on carwashequipment.com and a Facebook page.

Name

Car Wash Equipment & Supplies

Legal name

Car Wash Equipment & Supply

Website

https://carwashequipment.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Car Wash Equipment & Supplies is a Florida-based distributor and service provider, founded in 1980, that exclusively distributes PDQ In-Bay Automatics across 12 Florida counties and MacNeil Tunnel Systems statewide, selling, installing, and maintaining equipment for oil companies, private investors, and independent operators.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Car Wash Equipment Distribution & Services

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers (42312), Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (8113)

SIC

Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080), Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Car Wash, Auto Detailing & Vehicle Cleaning Supplies Distribution (CRAOAGAM)

Keywords

• Car wash equipment
• Tunnel car wash systems
• In-bay automatics
• Car wash chemicals
• Car wash maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Tamarac

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of new car wash equipment including tunnel systems (MacNeil), in-bay automatics (PDQ), and restored equipment (All Wash Inc.) with installation and one-year parts warranty.
2. Maintenance and Service: Full maintenance contracts and service calls with 20 technicians available 7 days a week, including same-day service for most requests, GPS-tracked fleet for efficient dispatch.
3. Parts and Supplies: 8,000 square feet of warehouse storage keeping necessary parts in stock for immediate availability. Includes replacement parts, upgraded components, and accessories.
4. Chemicals Distribution: Sale of car wash chemicals including detergents, waxes, pre-soaks and drying aids from authorized distributors Solutions Direct, Turtle Wax, and Diamond Shine.
5. Business Consulting and Design/Build Services: Full-service support for new investors including site evaluation, AutoCAD/engineering, layout design, permitting assistance, and construction oversight. After completion, ongoing service and support.
6. Training and Marketing Services: Client training programs at Coral Springs facility (up to 50 people capacity) and marketing coaching including signs, menus, and brand awareness materials. Multi-media training room available.
7. Car Wash Regeneration: Machine appearance restoration service updating exterior parts of older equipment to give it newer appearance, extending equipment life and improving customer perception.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Car Wash Equipment & Supplies distributes, installs, and services commercial car wash equipment as the exclusive Florida distributor for PDQ In-Bay Automatics (12 counties), the Florida distributor for MacNeil Tunnel Systems, and the national/international distributor for All Wash restored equipment. The offering extends to accessories (Unitec payment systems, PurClean water treatment, CAT Pumps, Guardian Brushes), chemicals (Solutions Direct, Turtle Wax, Diamond Shine), parts inventory (8,000 sq ft warehouse), and post-sale services including 7-day/week technician maintenance, design/build consulting for new investors, marketing programs, and client training.

Product overview

Car Wash Equipment & Supplies (CWE&S) is a car wash equipment distributor offering a portfolio of physical car wash equipment and related services. The core products include MacNeil Tunnel Systems (tunnel car wash equipment) and PDQ In-Bay Automatics (including LaserWash 360, Tandem, and Icon models), along with All Wash restored equipment. Supporting accessories include Unitec payment systems (Portal TI and Wash Select II POS), PurClean/PurWater water treatment systems, Cat Pumps, Guardian Brushes, and chemical products from Solutions Direct, Turtle Wax, and Diamond Shine. Services include installation, maintenance/repair (7 days/week), parts supply (8,000 sq ft warehouse), car wash regeneration/refurbishment, and marketing/training programs. CWE&S operates as an exclusive distributor for PDQ in 12 Florida counties and MacNeil in Florida, with national/international distribution rights for All Wash.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CWE&S Services: Full-service car wash equipment offerings including servicing, supplies, regeneration, and chemicals
• Guardian Brushes
• All Wash Car Wash Restoration

Products and services

• MacNeil Tunnel Systems Top-of-the-line tunnel car wash equipment and parts known for durability and dependability in the industry, including individual parts and complete tunnel systems for car dealers, fleet and rental markets. CWE&S is the Florida state distributor.
• PDQ LaserWash 360 In-bay automatic wash system featuring overhead design with no floor steel, Integrated FlashDry, Virtual Treadle bay loading, Smart 360 Technology, and multiple service options including 3X Foam, Super Sealant, Rain Rinse Arch, and Bug Prep.
• PDQ Tandem Two-bridge, two-brush in-bay automatic wash system featuring open wash bay design, Integrated FlashDry, Virtual Treadle bay loading, and multiple service options.
• PDQ Icon Premium in-bay automatic wash system featuring ProGlow Illumination Effect System, ProFlow Pressurized Fluid System, ProLoad Vehicle Loading System, Touch/Touchless Bi-Directional Wheel Scrubs, and Swing Air Oscillating Drying System.
• All Wash Restored Equipment Remanufactured used car wash equipment restored to like-new appearance, performance, and reliability, offering affordable alternatives with quicker return on investment. CWE&S is the national and international distributor for All Wash, Inc.
• Unitec Portal TI Payment Terminal Interactive marketing payment system with secure payment technology and remote management capabilities, featuring loyalty programs with RFID, cards and coupons, multiple payment options, and POS interface for car wash operations.
• Unitec Wash Select II POS System Automated car wash payment system for retail sites that integrates cash registers and gas pumps with car wash operations, enabling sales at any point of purchase with detailed accounting reports and remote POS4000 option.
• PurClean Spot-Free Rinse System Water treatment system that rinses away residual chemical and mineral-laden water, allowing vehicles to dry spot-free on all glass, chrome and painted areas, with Reject Recapture system for 100% water utilization.
• PurWater Water Recovery System Water recovery system providing 100% utilization of water processed through the PurClean system, directing recaptured water to accepted wash components and eliminating the need for costly fresh water.
• CAT Pumps Industrial Pumping Systems Authorized distribution of industrial positive displacement triplex piston and plunger pumps and custom engineered pumping systems with flow rates from 0.25 to 240 GPM at pressures from 100 to 10,000 PSI for car wash and industrial high-pressure applications.
• Guardian Brushes
• Car Wash Chemical Products Full line of chemical products including detergents, waxes, pre-soaks and drying aids formulated for the car wash industry. CWE&S is an authorized distributor of Solutions Direct, Turtle Wax, and Diamond Shine in Standard, 2X and Super Concentrate formulations.
• Technician Service and Maintenance Service department with technicians available 7 days a week from 8 am to 5 pm, dispatching through GPS tracking software, with bi-weekly technical support meetings, semi-annual training seminars, and same-day service for most morning requests. New equipment includes 3-month labor and 1-year parts warranty, with Full Maintenance Contracts available upon expiration.
• Parts and Supplies Inventory 8,000 square feet of warehouse storage space keeping necessary replacement parts, upgraded components, and accessories in stock for immediate availability to existing operators.
• Car Wash Regeneration Service Machine appearance regeneration service that updates exterior parts of older equipment to give it a newer appearance, extending equipment life and improving customer perception.
• Marketing Program Service Marketing coaching services including attention-grabbing signs, menus, and informational tools to increase repeat customers and develop brand awareness, conducted at the Coral Springs facility.
• Client Training Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• 93% of repairs completed on-site on first call, usually same day
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PDQ ManufacturingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 August 2012CWE&S appointed as exclusive distributor in 12 counties of Florida for PDQ In-Bay Automatics beginning August 1, 2012. CWE&S distributes, installs and services PDQ's full line of vehicle-wash systems including LaserWash and ProTouch in-bay automatic wash systems, MaxAir and SwingAir drying systems, and Access payment terminals. This replaced a 32-year relationship with Ryko Manufacturing.
• MacNeil Wash SystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of MacNeil Tunnel Systems for the entire state of Florida. MacNeil provides tunnel car wash equipment, parts, and systems for car dealers, fleet and rental markets with over 30 years of industry presence.
• All Wash Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational and international distributor for All Wash Inc., the nation's leading provider of restored car wash equipment. All Wash remanufactures used car wash equipment providing affordable options with quicker return on investment.
• Solutions DirectminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Solutions Direct chemicals with over 10 years in the chemical industry, located in Apopka, Florida.
• Turtle WaxminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Turtle Wax products, a household name and industry leader in frictionless cleaning technology.
• Diamond ShineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of Diamond Shine chemistry products manufactured in Standard, 2X and Super Concentrates for all car wash operators.
• New Wave Industries (PurClean)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of New Wave Industries products including PurClean Spot-Free Rinse systems and PurWater Water Recovery systems for quality wash experience.
• CAT PumpsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of CAT Pumps, manufacturer of quality triplex piston and plunger pumps with over 40 years experience in industrial high pressure systems, ranging from 100 to 10,000 PSI.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Auto Wax Company: Manufacturer and distributor of car wash chemicals, detergents, waxes, and sealants. Directly comparable to CWE&S's chemicals distribution business with Solutions Direct, Turtle Wax, and Diamond Shine; competes for the same operator/chemical line-item budget.
• Ryko Manufacturing: Former 32-year exclusive equipment partner of CWE&S (ended 2012). Now a competing supplier of car wash equipment and a direct competitor to PDQ in CWE&S's territory; historical relationship provides insight into switching dynamics in the regional distribution model.
• MacNeil Wash Systems: Manufacturer of tunnel car wash equipment and CWE&S's Florida distribution partner. Directly comparable in product category (tunnel systems, parts) but operates as the OEM; CWE&S is its exclusive Florida distribution channel.
• Sonny's The CarWash Factory: Largest direct competitor in U.S. tunnel car wash equipment manufacturing, distribution, and chemicals. Operates a similar full-stack model (equipment, chemicals, service, parts) and is the most cited national competitor to regional distributors like CWE&S.
• PDQ Manufacturing: Manufacturer of in-bay automatic car wash equipment and CWE&S's primary supply partner. Comparable as a car wash equipment specialist with overlapping product portfolio (LaserWash, ProTouch), though PDQ operates upstream as the manufacturer rather than as a regional distributor/installer.
• Wash World (Belanger / ICS): Manufacturer of in-bay automatic and self-serve car wash equipment with regional distributor networks. Comparable product offering to CWE&S's PDQ portfolio and competes for the same in-bay automatic equipment category at the operator and oil-company level.
• All Wash Inc. Remanufacturer of restored car wash equipment and CWE&S's national/international distribution partner. Directly comparable in product category (used/refurbished tunnel and in-bay equipment); CWE&S resells All Wash's restored units alongside its new-equipment lines.

Broad incumbents

• National Carwash Solutions (NCS): PE-backed (Brookstone Capital-backed) multi-brand distributor of car wash equipment, chemicals, and services with national footprint. Competes with CWE&S in any market it operates; broader scale and institutional backing make it a credible threat if it pushes deeper into Florida.
• DRB Systems (DRB Tunnel Solutions / Unitec): Provider of payment systems, tunnel solutions, and car wash accessories — CWE&S is an authorized Unitec distributor. Larger and more diversified across the U.S.; competes as an integrated equipment + technology vendor to the same end customers CWE&S serves.

Regional players

• Motor City Wash Works: U.S. car wash equipment manufacturer and distributor focused on express exterior and tunnel washes. Comparable in product category and operator customer base but primarily serves non-Florida geographies; useful as a regional peer benchmark for unit economics.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/cwesfl

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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