Car Wash Automation

The range of technology used in car wash automation systems - control systems, chemical storage, water reclamation, point of sale kiosks, and sensors - require robust I/O solutions to connect the disparate components. With more than 35 years of experience designing and manufacturing rugged and reliable I/O and computing solutions, Sealevel is the perfect hardware partner.

I/O and Connectivity Solutions for
Car Wash Automation

Car wash automation includes a wide range of technologies from control systems to pumping equipment, to point of sale kiosks, to rotating brushes or high-pressure jets in touch-less systems. Most modern car wash automation systems are completely modular, giving the owner or operator a variety of choices and options. The modular nature of modern car wash automation technology also allows owners and operators to update older technology at intervals, without requiring the upfront costs of a completely new system.

The modularity of modern car wash automation systems necessitates an I/O solution, especially when upgrading existing equipment. Older automatic car wash equipment pieces use a wide variety of different I/O connections, and usually require a robust I/O solution to be compatible with newer equipment. It is crucial for car wash automation companies – whether manufacturers, integrators, or end users – to have a partner with experience and proven success in I/O product development and manufacturing. For more than 35 years, Sealevel has developed and manufactured serial communications, digital I/O, and rugged computing products that are not only trusted by car wash automation manufacturers, but by military contractors, commercial customers, and OEMs across a wide variety of industries.


Embedded Computing

Designed for I/O-intensive applications, our industrial computers, touch panel PCs and COM Express solutions offer unmatched computing power combined with configurability. The HazPAC 10 Rugged Panel PC has a NEMA 4/IP64 rating protection from sprayed liquids including rain, snow, splashes, hose downs, and other pressurized water streams.

Serial I/O Solutions

Sealevel synchronous and asynchronous serial adapters are trusted by car wash automation manufacturers, governmental organizations, military contractors, commercial customers, and OEMs, and used anywhere reliable, high-speed communications are required. Solutions are available in traditional bus-based form factors or easy-to-use USB and Ethernet protocols.

Digital and Analog I/O Solutions

Sealevel offers digital and analog I/O products and data acquisition devices with optically isolated inputs, Reed and Form C relay outputs, TTL interfaces to solid-state relays, and A/D and D/A functionality. Our I/O solutions support configurations from a few inputs to a sensor system monitoring conditions throughout an entire automated car wash bay.

Improving UX with an Integrated Computing Solution for Kiosks

Case Study

A global technology innovator and OEM specializes in kiosks for payments and customer-facing information solutions. From various vending applications to ticketing to user analytics to revenue management, their software and hardware products are implemented across industries. One of their primary systems relied on a single-board computer coupled with peripheral devices, connected via serial. However, the SBC they had in place began failing – regularly – due to temperature variances and they were not able to receive timely, actionable service and support from the vendor. Additionally, they sought a more fully integrated solution that would meet not only their computing needs but would also allow for serial expansion without additional hardware.

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Unmatched Flexibility & Reliability for Car Wash Automation

Case Study

The leading, single-source technology provider of car wash equipment in the United States consistently relies on Sealevel’s digital I/O solutions for process automation and control. After experiencing repeated failures with their existing controller based on faulty connections and fan wear-and-tear, they drafted initial requirements for a next-generation solution. The new computers would have to be fanless, have a proven low failure rate, and have long-term availability.

As a complete provider, the range of I/O required for each application varies dramatically.

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Reliable I/O for Car Wash Automation

Case Study

The leading, single-source technology provider of car wash equipment nationwide consistently relies on Sealevel’s digital I/O solutions for process automation and control. They selected Sealevel to specify the USB adapter used in all automatic car washes. In addition to the need for high reliability in a cost-effective solution, ease of field installation was identified as a prerequisite – for both programming and physical device installation.

 

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Sealevel Expertise

Car wash automation systems utilize a wide variety of technologies. Integrating all of the technology requires robust I/O hardware. With more than 35 years of experience designing and manufacturing rugged and reliable I/O and computing solutions, Sealevel is the perfect hardware partner for car wash automation applications.

USB Hubs

Sealevel industrial USB hubs are designed for rugged applications requiring wide operating temperature range and long-term availability. Choose hubs with charging downstream ports that are perfect for charging batteries or powering high-current USB peripherals. Hubs are available with up to 7 ports and up to USB 3.1 speeds and are backward-compatible to support legacy hardware.

Serial I/O

All Sealevel synchronous serial products are engineered with strict attention to timing to achieve the most reliable, high-speed communication possible, crucial for automated car wash platforms. Choose from a variety of RS-232/422/485 multi-interface products that support HDLC/SDLC and other protocols. Our SeaLINK industrial Ethernet serial servers offer the easiest way to connect RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 serial devices to your Ethernet network.

Embedded Computing

Designed for I/O intensive applications, our industrial computers, touch panel PCs and COM Express solutions offer unmatched computing power combined with versatile configurability. Sealevel’s HazPAC 10 Rugged Panel PC features a 5-wire resistive touchscreen that is waterproof and impervious to flames, chemicals, and solvents – an ever present environmental condition in car wash automation platforms. The surface is also abrasion and scratch-resistant, improving reliable performance in control and HMI applications.

Digital & Analog I/O

Monitor and control real-world signals with any computer using Sealevel digital and analog I/O products – crucial for controlling all the disparate components of car wash automation platforms. Select from field-proven optically isolated inputs, Reed and Form C relay outputs, TTL interfaces to solid-state relays, A/D, and D/A functionality. Our digital and analog I/O products come in a wide variety of host connections: host via wireless, Ethernet, USB, RS-485, or RS-232.

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