Ensuring your equipment stays clean is a critical component of regular machine maintenance. Proper heavy equipment washing helps minimize wear and tear, increase operational efficiency, lengthen its service life, and protect your investment. The problem is that heavy equipment cleaning is not as simple as washing your car. Follow our tips and best practices for handling it the right way.
Excellent resource to service all CASE and Takeuchi machines in the metro area. They can get anything. The staff is always helpful and very knowledgeable.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for the 4 star review. We would love to hear how we can improve to a 5 star! If there is anything that you need please feel free to reach out to one of our six construction locations. Thank you again for taking the time to give us a rating.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for the 5 star review! Roger focuses each and every day to give a world class customer experience. We hope to see you soon. Thank you again for taking the time to give us a review.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for the 5 star review. We strive to deliver a world class customer experience every time we see you. Thank you again and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Response from the owner: Pam, thank you! We are grateful for your 5 star review. Jenny does an excellent job and is very focused at providing a world class customer experience. Thank you again and we look forward to working with you in the future.
My experience was great.. I spoke with Jenny and she was more than a huge help. Very professional, friendly and knowledgeable.
Response from the owner: Thank you, Syretha! We are very grateful for your 5 star review. Jenny does an excellent job and is very focused at providing a world class customer experience. Thank you again and we look forward to working with you in the future.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for the 5 star review. We appreciate your business and strive to deliver the best equipment and service in the industry. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for the 5 star rating. We strive to deliver a world class customer experience each and every day. Thank you again and we hope to see you soon.
My husband rented equipment and worked with Josh. He was very respectful and new what he was talking about to help with all my husband's needs and questions. Very pleased and will be using Luby again in the future!
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for your review and rating. We appreciate your business Jenn and we look forward to seeing you soon. Thank you again and we hope you have a great day!
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for your review and rating. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you soon. Thank you again and we hope you have a great day!
This is a great piece of equipment. Kevin Peeler is very knowledgeable and made the process easy. We actually didn’t meet until he drove on the job site with my Takeuchi TL6. He earned my confidence over the phone.Mnnnmm
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for your review and rating. Luby Equipment and Kevin are focused on delivering a seamless customer experience on every sale. Thank you again and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Jenny was the best, answered questions on several calls that other dealers could not. I live in KC and shopped auctions, dealers nationwide, Facebook market place. Got my best deal on my TL12V2 machine from Luby with extended warranty. Drove to Fenton and picked up machine. Machine was as described and ready to go as promised. Jenny’s friendliness and listening to my wants sold me! Her boss should give her a raise thanks again!
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for the review and 5 star rating. Our goal is to deliver a world class customer experience on every transaction. We are thankful for your business and look forward to seeing you soon.
This was my first experience with Luby Equipment. Jenny Swafford was my sales person. She promptly made a deal with me working out the transportation and all the details. She kept me in the loop every step of the way and gave me many detailed pictures of the piece of equipment. I do many deals in my line of work and I can tell you she is among the best. I would do business again and hope I can. My experience with Lubys has been the best. I could not be happier. Good job Jenny I wish there were more like you doing business would be a much funner experience. Mike.
Response from the owner: Thank you Mike for your review and rating. Our goal is to deliver a world class customer experience each and every day. We appreciate your business and look forward to doing more with you in the future. Thank you again for the kind words and hope you have a wonderful day!
Response from the owner: Thank you so much for giving us a 5 star rating. We strive each and every day to deliver world class customer service. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you soon.
I recently purchased 2 machines from Luby Equipment and worked with Jenny Swafford. She was fantastic to work with and I am very pleased with the equipment and how easy Luby was to work with. Highly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase equipment.
Response from the owner: Thank you Steve for giving us a 5 star rating. We are very appreciative of your business and look forward to working with you again.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for rating us. We strive to deliver the best customer experience in the industry. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do to improve.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for the 5 star rating! Our goal is to give each and every customer the best customer experience in the industry. We look forward to seeing you soon and hope you have a great week. Thank you again for your continued business.
Response from the owner: Thank you very much for rating us. We strive for a 5 star rating from our customers so please let us know how we can improve your experience. Thank you again for rating us and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Response from the owner: Thank you Mike for giving us a 4 star review. Our goal is ensure our customers are happy with the services they receive each and every time they do business with us. If there is anything in particular that we can do better, please let us know. Thank you again for your review and we look forward to doing business with you soon.
Response from the owner: Carlos,Thank you very much for rating us! We appreciate it and look forward to doing business with you in the future. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do to improve.
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Keep to a Schedule
How frequently you clean your machine will vary based on how much you use it and the conditions of your jobsite. If you’re operating on a particularly muddy or dusty site, then you may need to wash it every couple of days. We strongly recommend sticking to a cleaning schedule as part of your regular machine maintenance routine, because the longer grease, mud, and other gunk sits, the more it may hinder operation and the harder it will be to remove.
Use a Designated Wash Station
With heavy equipment washing, it is essential to utilize specialized stations or bays that are designed to capture and treat the wastewater. Many jurisdictions have regulations that prohibit water containing grease, fuel residue, and other contaminants from entering open surfaces and groundwater reservoirs. Designated wash bays will allow you to clean your machine while preventing contaminated water from entering the surrounding ecosystem.
When it comes to bays for heavy equipment cleaning, you have two options. The first is to build a permanent station at your facility or where you keep your machines, and the second is to purchase a portable wash pad that can be brought to almost any location. These wash areas, whether permanent fixtures or portable options, are equipped with systems that filter out contaminants before safely disposing of or recycling the water.
Rely on Your Pressure Washer
To tackle the toughest heavy equipment cleaning jobs, a pressure washer is an invaluable tool. It can effectively dislodge and remove stubborn residue from hard-to-reach crevices and surfaces. For an even more thorough cleaning, consider using hot water pressure washers. Their higher temperatures can better dissolve and break down grease, oil, and other sticky materials than cold water can, saving you time and water.
Always Utilize the Right Clothing and Gear
During heavy equipment washing, we strongly suggest wearing full length clothes or coveralls, non-slip shoes, face and eye protection, and gloves. The right clothing and equipment will reduce the chances that your employees get injured by hot water, chemicals, or contaminants coming off of the equipment.
Choose the Correct Detergents and Surfactants
When the dirt and grime on your equipment contains a mixture of organic substances, such as lubrication grease, fuel residue, or insect and bird waste, and inorganic substances, such as sand, gravel, and dust, then detergents will help you with heavy equipment washing.
Here are some of the best chemicals to clean the grease, dirt, and grime off of your machines:
Acidic pre-soaks and/or aluminum brighteners for oxidation and mineral residue
High pH detergent to neutralize your low pH presoak & clean normal buildup
Friction detergent for brush washing that will reduce drying & surface abrasions
Degreaser for a heavy buildup of grease, fuel spills, and oils
Concrete and cement cleaner for removing paving materials, lime, fly ash, rust, and water scale
Take Off Your Attachments
During heavy equipment cleaning, it’s critical that you remove any attachments and wash them separately. Doing so will help you access grime more easily, and the entire washing process will be more thorough.
Contact Us Today
If you have any questions about heavy equipment washing or machine maintenance in general, please contact our team today!
