Monthly Archives: October 2011

Key Switch Shutdown on 20hp Diesel Engines – SC Pressure Washer

SC Series mobile wash skids with a 20hp Kubota engine will now include a key switch diesel shut down like the 17hp Kubota models. You used to have to pull a lever to shut down the diesel engine. With this … Continue reading

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RPT5E1 Portable Water Recovery Gets Multiple Updates

The RPT5E1 portable water recovery/transfer unit has recently been upgraded to include three new value added features.  High water level shutdown: If recovered water inside the holding tank gets too high, the ball float will activate the vacuum shutoff, protecting … Continue reading

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CSI: Pressure Washer

Did you watch it? A recent  episode of the hit TV series; CSI,  featured a power washer. The job of the Crime Scene Investigators was to find out who committed the crime and to figure out that one of the … Continue reading

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12V Burner Updates – SS Series Pressure Washer

Starting mid-October all 12v burner models (all SS Series and three SC12v units) will include a new Beckett burner component. The new Power Light. This standard feature will significantly extend the life of ignitors, thus reducing the frequency of fuel … Continue reading

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ISSA Interclean

The ISSA/Interclean show is for commercial and institutional cleaning industry professionals. 16,000 attendees are expected to visit the several thousand square feet of exhibit space and attend several industry seminars.  Exhibit dates are October 19-21 at the Las Vegas Convention … Continue reading

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Pressure Washer Trade Shows

Will be in Las Vegas at the ISSA Show – October 18 – 21, Booth 3571 More info on the ISSA Website This show is a great resource for all things needed for industrial cleaning. We will also be showing at … Continue reading

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Easy Start Valve on a pressure washer

Easy Start Valve Warning Many pressure washer systems are outfitted with an “Easy Start” valve on the discharge head of the pump. A properly functioning valve serves to ease or reduce the internal pump pressure while cranking an engine to … Continue reading

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Pressure Washer Trailer Safety

For proper trailer safety it is critical that you check the tires for proper inflation. Some things to remember when inflating a pressure washer trailer tire (or any tire for that matter). Use caution when filling tires (or anything else) … Continue reading

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Corrosive Environment Trailer

Hydro Tek is working on a trailer that will be suitable for use in harsh / corrosive environments. This pressure washer trailer rig will have an even higher amount of stainless steel then the normal Hydro Tek machine as well … Continue reading

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SCAQMD Information about pressure washers

Here is some information that we have come across that pertains to pressure washer emission standards in California. Other parts of the country can expect to see similar regulations soon if they are not already in place. Southern California AQMD … Continue reading

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