Truck Wash soaps

Complete Solutions for Touchless & Friction Washing

Whether you need a 2-step touchless system or friction detergents for brushing, we have the chemistry to keep your fleet clean

Understanding the Processes

Touchless Truck Wash (2-Step Process)

Touchless washing uses a 2-step chemical process without brushes. Step 1: Pre-soaks loosen road film and oxidation with low-pH chemistry. Step 2: Alkaline soaps complete the clean by removing the loosened soils.

Step 1 Pre-soaks

Friction Washing
(Bucket & Brush)

Friction washing uses manual brushing or automated brush systems with a single detergent. These soaps provide lubrication, foam, and cleaning power to safely remove road film with physical agitation and are ideal for detailed cleaning or when touchless systems aren’t available.

Friction Detergents

Touchless Truck Wash (1-Step Process)

One-step touchless washing uses a single high-pH detergent applied directly to the surface. The soap dwells for 45+ seconds to break down road film before rinsing. Perfect for maintenance washes or high-speed operations when you need trucks looking presentable without a deep clean.

Step 1 – Low pH Presoaks (Acidic)

Step 1 presoaks break down oxidation, minerals, and road film. Choose polish-safe options for reflective aluminum or aggressive brighteners for standard fleets.

Polish-Safe Step 1 Products

Safe on polished aluminum, glass, and painted surfaces

Citric acid-based formula
Mildly brightens aluminum
Versatile pairing options
Pairs best with Panda

Learn More About Counterpunch

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Cost-friendly polish-safe option
Reduces brushing needs
Ships non-hazardous
Pairs well with Panda or Apex

Learn More About Uppercut

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Pleasant orange citrus scent
Safe on polished aluminum at proper dilution
Versatile for polished and non-polished
Pairs well with Panda or Film Fighter

Learn More About #1 Citric Pre-soak

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New polish-safe formula
Affordable option
Reduces brushing needs
Pairs best with Apex

Learn More About Knockdown

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Acid-replacement technology
No HF, Sulfuric, or Citric Acid
Ships non-hazardous
High foaming formula

Learn More About Blue Fusion

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Aggressive Step 1 Products (Non-Polish-Safe)

For non-polished aluminum and painted surfaces

Safe on painted surfaces
Helps break down carbon based soils like oils and greases
Removes paint oxidation
Brightens aluminum
Do NOT allow to dry on glass
NOT safe on polished aluminum
Pairs extremely well with Grizzly

Learn More About Supersonic

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Aggressive brightener
Contains Hydrofluoric acid
Creates vibrant satin-silver finish
NOT safe on polished aluminum
Pairs extremely well with Surefire

Learn More About Shockwave

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Economic aluminum brightener
Contains Hydrofluoric acid
Brightens rails and tanks
NOT safe on polished aluminum
Do NOT allow to dry on glass

Learn More About Fleet Prep

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Step 2 – High pH Soaps (Alkaline)

Step 2 soaps complete the clean by removing loosened soils, bugs, grease, and road film. Choose based on fleet type and cleaning needs.

Polish-Safe Step 2 Products

Safe on polished aluminum and painted surfaces

Strong foam profile for maximum penetration
Breaks down carbon-based oils and grease
Leaves paint glossy
Pairs best with Counterpunch or Evershine

Learn More About Panda

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Low foam for easy rinsing
Works well in automated systems
Compatible with reclaim systems
Pairs best with Counterpunch or Uppercut

Learn More About Panda LF

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NEW affordable option
Low foam, easy rinse
Works well in automated systems
Pairs best with Knockdown or Counterpunch

Learn More About Apex

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Aggressive Step 2 Products

Works well in hard or cold water
Value/economic option
Versatile multi-purpose degreaser
NOT safe on polished aluminum

Learn More About Film Fighter

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Medium-aggressive formula
Clingy foam profile
Leaves paint glossy
NOT safe on polished aluminum

Learn More About Grizzly

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NEW cost-effective option
Lower foam for easy rinsing
Pairs with nearly any Step 1

Learn More About Buzzsaw

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NEW aggressive formula
Moderate to heavy degreasing
Low foam, easy rinse
Pairs extremely well with Shockwave

Learn More About Surefire

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Acid-free aluminum brightening
Highly concentrated
Excellent on soot
NOT safe on polished aluminum

Learn More About Dynaclean

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High foaming alkaline caustic cleaner
Removes grease, oil, carbon stain, and soot
Excellent for smokehouse and rendering plant applications
Very effective on vent hoods for commercial restaurant cleaning

Learn More about HCS-400

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Friction Detergents (Bucket & Brush)

Manual and automated brush washing detergents that provide lubrication and cleaning power

Classic bucket and brush soap
High foam profile
Re-wets if allowed to dry
Great on grease and oils

Learn More About Hydro Magic

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Safe on paint and most polished surfaces
Excellent foam
Works well in hard water
Water-like viscosity for automated systems

Learn More About E-Z Clean

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Not Sure Which Products Are Right for You?

Our chemical specialists can help you select the perfect detergent combination for your fleet, water conditions, and wash process.

Contact a Specialist

Or call 616-531-6420 to discuss your cleaning needs