{"id":4,"date":"2020-01-31T12:00:33","date_gmt":"2020-01-31T12:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mchenrypcs.metro-studios.com\/blog\/?p=4"},"modified":"2025-05-19T19:55:31","modified_gmt":"2025-05-19T19:55:31","slug":"selecting-the-right-pressure-washer-for-industrial-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.iphanwarellc.com\/blog\/selecting-the-right-pressure-washer-for-industrial-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"Selecting the Right Pressure Washer for Industrial Cleaning"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"\/\/www.iphanwarellc.com\/cleaning-solutions\/pressure-washers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Industrial pressure washers<\/strong><\/a> exist to make cleaning large and small surfaces easier and faster than a standard garden hose.\u00a0With so many pressure washers to choose from, it can be tough to find the right industrial model for your project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we will cover the following topics to help you decide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#hot-cold\">Hot vs. Cold Pressure Washers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#psi-water\">PSI &amp; Water Flow Rate<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/light-heavy\">Light Industrial vs. Heavy Industrial<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#accessories\">Pressure Washer Accessories<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#chemicals\">Types of Chemicals<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hot-cold\"><strong>Hot vs. Cold<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Water temperature can make a huge difference when completing a project. McHenry has a variety of different cold and hot water pressure washers to make your job  as easy as possible. If you need more assistance deciding which is best, contact our team. We are more than happy to assist you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-68505ecc2b9f96092f3e808ce16660d7\">When to Use Cold Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold water pressure washers are great for tackling everyday cleaning jobs like dirt, grime, and even stripping paint. When a project involves grease or oil, a hot water pressure washer is the best choice for the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a2623533db572fced1535d2c17b65627\">When to Use Hot Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When a project involves grease or oil, a hot water pressure washer is the best choice for the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hot water has less surface tension that easily penetrates and fights difficult grease and oils. Additionally, if you plan to use the pressure washer frequently (especially daily), it is worth the investment. Hot water pressure washers have the ability to clean faster which saves valuable time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"psi-water\"><strong>Deciding on<\/strong> <strong>PSI &amp; Water Flow Rate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve chosen the right temperature equipment, learning about PSI and water flow rate will help you figure out how much power your project needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4f45f5d2e81b250d07d7ee73d96c4c94\">What is PSI?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PSI (or Pound per Square Inch) measures water pressure and is what helps break the bond between the surface you&#8217;re cleaning and things like dirt, grime, or paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-108c048d78ac6a198c34db0e48e5f29c\">How is GPM measured?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Water flow rate, measured in gallons per minute (GPM), is the amount of water the pressure washer puts out when running at full power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-2b1f72513aca3ffcc18c4ba775347aaf\">Calculating Cleaning Unity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A combination of PSI and GPM determines the power and efficiency of the pressure washer, known as cleaning unity. The higher the PSI, often the lower the GPM and vice versa. McHenry PCS has pressure washers that range from 1800-4000 PSI and 2-10 GPM depending on the model. The wide variety of pressure and flow rate allows you to find the perfect machine for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"light-heavy\"><strong>Light Industrial vs. Heavy Industrial<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether cleaning ATVs and sidewalks, or stripping paint off a large building, our equipment makes any task easier. A machine with less PSI and GPM will allow optimal cleaning capabilities for smaller projects and less-frequent use. For large-scale industrial cleaning and daily pressure washing, more PSI and GPM is necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"accessories\"><strong>Industrial Pressure Washer Accessories<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding <a href=\"\/\/www.iphanwarellc.com\/cleaning-solutions\/pressure-washers\/parts-accessories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>pressure washer accessories<\/strong><\/a> increases the efficiency of your equipment, making the task even easier. Whether you are working on tall buildings or grimy floors, McHenry PCS has a wide variety of accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Trigger guns and extended reach wands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hoses and hose reels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Long range &amp; rotating nozzles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detergent Injectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brushes and surface rotary cleaners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help finding the right accessory for your use, feel free to contact us or check out or post:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chemicals\">Chemicals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes water and pressure aren&#8217;t enough to get the job done. Adding a cleaning solution or chemical to an industrial pressure washer can dramatically improve cleaning capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>McHenry PCS offers a variety of cleaning solutions and chemicals to better clean a variety of surfaces. Cleaning solutions can remove soil and film without scrubbing or brushing. Graffiti, oil &amp; grease spills\/leaks, and vehicle grime won&#8217;t withstand the high-quality cleaning solutions and chemicals we offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need more information about our pressure washers, accessories, or cleaning solutions? <a href=\"\/\/www.iphanwarellc.com\/about\/contact\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a> or call at <a href=\"tel:3016634683\"><strong>301-663-4683<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Industrial pressure washers exist to make cleaning large and small surfaces easier and faster than a standard garden hose.\u00a0With so many pressure washers to choose from, it can be tough to find the right industrial model for your project. 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