Factors That Determine the PSI Used in Your Nashville Industrial Pressure-Washing Service

PSI or “pounds per square inch” is the main unit that determines the power of a pressure-washing machine. Generally speaking, most pressure washers start from the relatively light 1500 PSI machines to industrial strength 3000+ PSI water blasters. The latter are usually diesel and gas-powered machines with a high GPM or gallons per minute water flow. This combination is ideal for deep cleaning grease, grime, and soot from industrial plant walls and other surfaces.

While a small and light machine can be used for residential purposes, an industrial strength pressure washer should only be handled by duly qualified and trained personnel. Such high-pressure settings can easily cause injuries to the operator and can even strip their skin off! This is why these machines should only be operated by the real experts in this field.

Some of the factors that help determine the efficacy and power of an industrial pressure washer include the following:

Ø  Dirt, Soot, and Grime Build-up

If the walls of the plant are covered in layers of soot and grime, they will be almost impossible to clean with conventional pressure-washing equipment. This holds particularly true for smoke-emitting plants and industries. The grime and grease build-up will be too sticky to be removed with a low PSI-capable machine. Moreover, dirt and other solid atmospheric pollutants stick to the grime, and it becomes dense and thick. The walls will be matted with multiple layers of grit and dust if not cleaned for a long time.

Ø  Dirty Machines and the Plant Floor

It would require a powerful machine to get the job done without wasting too much water. Ideally, a hot water industrial pressure washer can get the job done safely and easily. These machines are also perfect for cleaning the grease and oil-stained floor of the plant. A high PSI-capable power washer in the hands of a skilled and trained technician will make short work of all those grease and oil stains. Water mixed with the detergents will melt the grease and oil residues and deep clean the pores of your concrete plant floor.

Sparkle Wash Nashville has the expertise, training, and experience to deep clean your industrial plant. We aim to ensure minimum disruption to your routine activities as we clean your building and other structures, and rid them of graffiti and dirt. You can count on us for all your Nashville, TN, industrial pressure-washing needs.