Abstract: A device for cleaning or precision machining of workpieces comprises a housing; a central roller having two ends supported by means of rotary bearings on carriers fixed on the housing; a first roller having a first end connected to one of the carriers by a joint and having a second end supported by means of a rotary bearing; a second roller having a first end connected to another one of the carriers by a joint and having a second end supported by means of a rotary bearing; a drive motor for rotatingly driving the first and second rollers and the central roller for treating a workpiece; a suction device for removing particles from the rollers; and at least a first and a second pinion gear coupled to the first and second rollers for angularly adjusting the first and second rollers with respect to said central roller.

Abstract: Provided is an automatic polishing system that allows a polishing treatment of an article while circumventing a polishing averting portion of the article. A polisher is attached to a leading end portion of a movable arm of a work robot. A control device controls the work robot and the polisher, based on position information of a polishing target surface of an article, so that the polisher is moved along the polishing target surface by a movement of the work robot while providing a polishing action on the polishing target surface at the same time. An image of the article including an image of an area demarcation marker annexed to the article for demarcating the area of the polishing target surface is captured by a three-dimensional image capturing machine. The control device produces the position information of the polishing target surface by determining the position of the area demarcation marker based on image data of the image.

Abstract: A component for a vehicle wash system includes a frame and a hub portion rotatably secured to the frame. The hub portion includes an axis of rotation and an outer surface. A plurality of media elements are secured to the hub portion. The media elements include a flexible, self-supporting material such that the plurality of media elements can retain substantially the same shape when the hub portion is rotating at both high and low RPMs. The plurality of media elements are secured to the hub portion in a plurality of spaced apart rows that extend in a direction of the axis of rotation. Each of the plurality of spaced apart rows extending in a generally arcuate path along at least a portion of the hub portion.

Abstract: System for washing a gas turbine engine. The system comprises a spray device including at least one nozzle adapted to inject liquid into an inlet of said engine during a washing operation; a wash unit adapted to distribute said liquid to said spray device; and a positioning device adapted to move said spray device in three dimensions, thereby enabling a positioning of said spray device in a washing operation position in said three dimensions relative said engine inlet without any contact between the spray device and the engine. The invention further relates to a vehicle for making the inventive system mobile and to a mobile system for serving a gas turbine engine comprising a mobile vehicle carrying the washing system and a liquid collecting unit comprising a collecting device adapted to collect waste wash liquid emanating from the engine during a washing operation of the engine.

Abstract: A component for a vehicle wash system includes a frame and a hub portion rotatably secured to the frame. The hub portion includes an axis of rotation and an outer surface. A plurality of media elements are secured to the hub portion. The media elements include a flexible, self-supporting material such that the plurality of media elements can retain substantially the same shape when the hub portion is rotating at both high and low RPMs. The plurality of media elements are secured to the hub portion in a plurality of spaced apart rows that extend in a direction of the axis of rotation. Each of the plurality of spaced apart rows extending in a generally arcuate path along at least a portion of the hub portion.

Abstract: A cleaning vehicle includes a vehicle body, a cantilever system, and a cleaning apparatus. The cantilever system includes a rotary table fixed on the vehicle body, a first cantilever pivotably mounted on the rotary table, and a second cantilever pivotably connected to the first cantilever. The cleaning apparatus is fixed to one end of the second cantilever opposite to the first cantilever. The cantilever system further includes a first adjusting pole, a second adjusting pole, and a third adjusting pole, for adjusting the position and the angle of the cleaning apparatus.

Abstract: The system for removing snow from vehicles removes snow, ice and other debris from the roof of a vehicle, such as a truck, trailer, van or the like, as the vehicle drives therethrough. The system includes a frame defining an open inner region dimensioned and configured for passage of the vehicle. The frame includes a pair of laterally opposed posts and an upper crossbeam extending between upper ends of the posts. A pair of arms are pivotally attached to the posts, the pair of arms extending orthogonal to the plane of the frame. A pivotally mounted forward crossbar extends between forward ends of the pair of arms. A blade is mounted on the forward crossbar so that the blade removes the snow, ice and other debris from the roof of the vehicle as it passes through the frame.

Abstract: A vehicle wash component includes a rotatable hub portion having an outer surface and an axis of rotation. The component includes a plurality of grooves formed in the outer surface of the rotatable hub with the plurality of grooves being spaced about the perimeter of the outer surface of the hub portion. Each of the plurality of grooves includes one or more media elements disposed therein. The outer surface of the rotatable hub includes a plurality of channels formed therein. The plurality of channels are spaced apart from the plurality of grooves such that each of the plurality of channels is visible when the plurality of media elements are disposed in the plurality of grooves. An illumination source disposed in each of the plurality of channels such that the illumination source in each of the plurality of channels can be seen between the plurality of media elements as the rotatable hub portion operates.

Abstract: There is provided systems and methods for effective cleaning and drying of vehicles of different shapes and sizes. In an example, a conveyor system may move a vehicle along a path, and a bridge assembly supported above a vehicle is moveable along the length thereof. At least one trolley assembly is moveable in a direction transverse to the movement of the bridge assembly. At least one cleaning arm assembly delivers cleaning fluid to or for brushing the surface of a vehicle. The cleaning arm assembly is moveable in association with movement of the vehicle to position the cleaning arm assembly adjacent at least a portion of the front, sides and rear of the vehicle as it moves along the path. A variable impact or patterning spray arm or drying system is also provided.

Abstract: A vehicle wash component includes a hub portion with a first hub section and a second hub section. The first hub section includes a first distal end and a first proximate end opposite the first distal end. The first hub section defines a first axis of rotation. The second hub section includes a second distal end and a second proximate end opposite the second distal end. The second hub section defines a second axis of rotation. A connector device rotatably couples the first hub section to the second hub section. An actuator is in communication with the first hub section to effectuate movement of the first distal end between a retracted position and an extended position. In the retracted position, the first axis of rotation and the second axis of rotation are parallel. In the extended position, the first axis of rotation is at a non-90 angle with respect to the second axis of rotation.

Abstract: A gantryless brush-type rollover car washer has an overhead support system for a longitudinally movable carriage. Four side brushes are pivotally mounted to the carriage and arranged in front and rear pairs, each of which can converge and diverge to cover all surfaces of a vehicle in a car washing location. A counterweighted pivotal top brush is also provided and mounted on the carriage. Opposite depending wheel washers are also provided. The pivot points for all five of the brushes are above the eye level of persons in a passenger vehicle being washed.

Abstract: The invention is a snow and ice remover for the roofs of trucks and trailers that is rollable along the ground. Two vertical beams and an upper cross piece support a vertically adjustable snow plow assembly, so that when a snow or ice covered truck or trailer moves under the properly positioned plow, the snow or ice is pushed off the top of the vehicle. The entire structure is supported by two horizontal base structures at ground level. The base structures each have wheels on jacks at their ends to permit lifting and rolling the unit. Each base structure also has a platform to hold a ballast weight to prevent movement of the unit when it is lowered to the ground and in use.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle washing system (1) having a conveying device for transporting vehicles (2, 3) to be washed in a conveying direction (4) along a plurality of treatment devices (11?-14?), wherein at least two of the treatment devices (11?-14?) for washing the front faces, rear faces and side faces of the vehicles (2, 3) are oriented vertically, and a method for washing vehicles (2, 3) which are conveyed one behind the other in the conveying direction (4) through the vehicle washing system (1).

Abstract: The invention is directed at systems and methods which provide for effective cleaning and drying of vehicles of different shapes and sizes. The invention in one example includes a vehicle washing apparatus comprising a conveyor system to move a vehicle along a path, and a bridge assembly supported above a vehicle and moveable along the length thereof. At least one trolley assembly is operatively supported by the bridge assembly and is moveable in a direction generally transverse to the movement of the bridge assembly. At least one cleaning arm assembly for delivering cleaning fluid to or for brushing the surface of a vehicle is operatively supported by the at least one trolley assembly or bridge.

Abstract: A component for a vehicle wash system includes a frame and a hub portion that is rotatable with respect to the frame. The hub portion is in communication with a plurality of media elements for rotation therewith. The plurality of media elements have a first end located adjacent the hub portion and a second end located remotely from the hub portion. The plurality of media elements are constructed of a flexible material and have a length and a height. The length of the media elements is at least two times greater than height such that the plurality of media elements are self-supporting and extend in a direction substantially perpendicular to the hub portion along their length, when the hub portion is at rest.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a fluid-powered automobile cleaning and detailing apparatus that utilizes a fluid, such as water from a garden hose, to generate a highly pressurized stream that forcibly rotates an array of turbine blades within a head assembly communicating with an output shaft that projects outside of the head assembly to rotatably power an attached cleaning or detailing implement.

Abstract: The invention is a vehicle roof sweeper for the roofs of trucks and trailers that is rollable along the ground. The vehicle roof top sweeper that has retractable wheels and can be rolled using a pickup truck, car, tractor, forklift, or two or three people on foot. An embodiment of the invention is a vehicle roof sweeper having a pair of vertical supports, an upper crossbar connecting the pair of vertical supports, a plow assembly movable along the pair of vertical supports and positionable below the upper crossbar by a first lifting device, a base structure disposed on each of the pair of vertical supports, and retractable wheels positioned on opposite ends of the base structure.

Abstract: A vehicle washing installation is provided having a first and a second support on which at least one treatment tool is mounted in a height-adjustable manner by means of a first and a second carrying means, and having a carrying means drive device from which the carrying means extend to the treatment tool via deflection elements situated on the top of the supports, one carrying means extending above the treatment tool from at least one deflection element situated on the first support to at least one deflection element situated on the second support. To improve the vehicle washing installation in such a way that it may be easily adapted to the height of a washing bay, it is proposed that the deflection elements are mounted on intermediate parts which are fixable to the supports at different vertical positions.

Abstract: An improved brush for automatic motor vehicle washing systems, characterized in that said washing brush comprises a plurality of endless belt elements entrained, at the two end portions thereof, on entraining rollers driven by one or more electric motors or mechanical driving means to perform a linear movement pattern including a double rectilinear translation movement and a partial rotary movement.

Abstract: A vehicle washing apparatus includes a covering that is positionable on a vehicle. A cleaning assembly is rotatably mounted to the housing and extends downwardly from a bottom wall of the cleaning assembly. A drive assembly is mounted in the housing and is mechanically coupled to the cleaning assembly. The drive assembly rotates the cleaning assembly when the drive assembly is turned on. A track is attached to a bottom side of the covering and is coupled to the housing so that the housing is movable along the track. A drive member is mounted in the housing and engages the track. The drive member is mechanically coupled to the drive assembly. The drive assembly rotates the drive member to move the housing along the track when the drive member is turned on. The housing travels along the track while the cleaning assembly cleans the vehicle.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for removing debris from the propulsion system of a vehicle such as a battle tank, including a tank in which the vehicle is positioned, means for lifting the vehicle in the tank, and means to wash the vehicle's propulsion system while the vehicle is in raised position.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for the cleaning of an underwater surface, such as a hull. The method and apparatus enables cleaning to be conducted while mitigating the release of removed material into surrounding waters. The integrated apparatus includes a cleaning deck for removing fouling from the underwater hull surface, and a pre-processing deck with integrated components for the processing of cleaning effluents. According to the method and apparatus, materials removed by the shroud are sucked into the pre-processing deck, crushed, and separated into a separator effluent that may be recycled to the shroud, and a concentrate, which is discharged to a land treatment unit for further processing.

Abstract: A single column or multiple column support structure for car wash installations. Each column is a hollow aluminum extrusion having a cross-section defining a smooth rounded figure such as an oval and a pair of longitudinally continuous external channels formed in opposite sides of the column to provide routes for wires and hoses. Snap in plastic covers are associated with the channels. Interior channels received fastener inserts for assembling the columns to base plates, top plates, cross-bridges and the like. Two or more columns may be assembled in parallel spaced relationship with spacers therebetween.

Abstract: A car wash brush comprising a motor and a rotatable vertically-depending brush shaft is provided with a spherical bearing which allows universal swivel movement of the brush shaft away from a normal, essentially vertical orientation. To limit the degree of swivel permitted, a plate with three angularly spaced bumpers is attached to the top of the swivel bearing and a C-shaped stop plate is arranged on a brush mount over the bumpers in fixed spaced relationship to the bearing seat such that excessive swivel motion brings one or more of the bumpers into contact with the under surface of the C-shaped plate. The bearing support structure is attached to a swing arm by means of an extra pivot which provides a breakaway function. An alarm and/or event recorder is provided to trigger an inspection in the event the breakaway function is brought into play.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for cleaning vehicle exteriors using a stream of pressurizes steam. Preferably the stream of pressurized steam has a pressure in the range of 65 to 75 psi and is supplied at a temperature in the range of 295 to 310 degrees ° F. After applying the steam to a portion of a vehicle exterior surface and subjecting a first cloth to a stream of the pressurized stream, the vehicle's surface is first wiped with the first cloth and then wiped with a second cloth. This method is repeated to clean the entire vehicle.

Abstract: This patent discloses a system to remove accumulated snow and ice from the trailer rooftop of the semi-trailer truck. The system includes tracks, sensors, a control switch, a blade, an axle, a left cogwheel, a right cogwheel, a left motor, and a right motor. The tracks are attached to the trailer rooftop and the blade is connected to the tracks through the left cogwheel and the right cogwheel. The left and right cogwheel may rotate about the axle that passes through the blade. The left motor and the right motor are configured to be in communication with the sensors and control switch. If the sensors detect snow on the trailer rooftop or if the control switch is pressed, the motors cause the blade to move along the trailer rooftop to clear off any accumulated snow.

Abstract: A cleaning brush for motorcycles has a hose connector; a water shut off knob; a handle; a core through which water passes; holes along the core so that water can exit; and bristles that are attached and extend from the core.

Abstract: An automatic waxing apparatus and a method thereof are provided. The automatic waxing apparatus includes a movable door-shaped module, at least a waxing module and a controlling module. The movable door-shaped module includes a door-shaped structure capable of moving with respect to the vehicle. The waxing module disposed on the door-shaped structure includes a wax-supplying unit and a wax-polishing unit. The controlling module is coupled to the door-shaped structure, the wax-supplying unit and the wax-polishing unit. The controlling module, according to the information of the vehicle, determines a moving path of the door-shaped structure, a waxing path of the wax-supplying unit, and a polishing path of the wax-polishing unit with respect to the vehicle.

Abstract: The brush control system in a washing brush installation for vehicles comprises a first means (5) of control of the rotation speed and torque of a first actuation motor (2) for the rotation of at least one brush (1) of said installation, directly or indirectly connected with a second means (6) of control of the brush position in relation to the vehicle to be washed.

Abstract: A carwash brush support structure is extendable relative to a vertical support beam. Extension of the carwash brush carriage is facilitated by means of roller bearings each of which is made up of a U-bolt having threaded ends and a plurality of loosely packed rollers on the U-bolt which engage and roll relative to the surface of a cylindrical rail. The rollers may be of substantially the same size or may be graduated in size toward the opposite ends of the U-bolt to trap the bearing on a cylindrical beam. Rollers of a distinctive color may be located on U-bolt where the greatest roller loading is expected.

Abstract: A horizontal car wash implement for a vehicle laundering or finishing plant wherein a horizontal implement rotated by a hydraulic motor is mounted between the free ends of pivot arms carried by spaced vertical support columns on opposing sides of a vehicle wash lane. The car wash implement is mounted between the ends of a pair of spaced apart, parallel support arms and a counterweight is mounted to the ends of a second pair of spaced support arms. The counterweight support arms and the car wash implement support arms are adapted to pivotally mount to the vertical support columns. The counterweight support arms and the implement support arms are mechanically interconnected such that the support arms of the car wash implement and the counterweight pivotally move synchronously in opposing directions relative to one another on one side of the vertical support columns.

Abstract: The invention is directed at systems and methods which provide for effective cleaning and drying of vehicles of different shapes and sizes. The invention in one example includes a vehicle washing apparatus comprising a conveyor system to move a vehicle along a path, and a bridge assembly supported above a vehicle and moveable along the length thereof. At least one trolley assembly is operatively supported by the bridge assembly and is moveable in a direction generally transverse to the movement of the bridge assembly. At least one cleaning arm assembly for delivering cleaning fluid to or for brushing the surface of a vehicle is operatively supported by the at least one trolley assembly or bridge.

Abstract: A car wash brush is constructed by sliding multi-layered, wheel-shaped foam plastic cartridges onto a hub with three keyways formed in the outer surfaces thereof. The cartridges use spacers interspersed with foam layers and adhesively bonded to the foam layers. The spacers have keys which fit into die hub keyways to prevent relative rotation while allowing, longitudinal sliding motion. Multiple cartridges are used to produce a brush of desired length. Old style hubs can be salvaged for use in this construction.

Abstract: A vehicle wash system is set forth that comprises a main carriage that is movable along a length of a vehicle that is to be washed and a carriage drive system disposed to move the main carriage along the length of the vehicle. A plurality of nozzles are disposed for co-movement with the main carriage to dispense fluids used in the washing of the vehicle. A sidearm drive system is disposed for co-movement with the main carriage. The sidearm drive system rotates a sidearm cloth in a reciprocating manner for contact with a side portion of the vehicle. To reduce the footprint needed to operate the wash system, the sidearm cloth may be rotated along an arc that is less than 360°. An overhead cloth drive system also may be disposed for co-movement with the main carriage. The overhead cloth drive system may move an overhead cloth in a reciprocating manner for contact with an upper portion of the vehicle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rollover wash unit for a vehicle wash system, comprising interspaced lateral parts (2, 2?) fitted with guides (12, 12?), and a treatment device (7) that is received in guide elements (8, 8?) via bearings (9, 9?), said guide elements being displaceable in the guides (12, 12?). In order to achieve an efficient, easy-to-implement and adequate adaptation to the washing height, the guide elements (8, 8?) are configured in such a manner that the bearings (9, 9?) project beyond the guides (12, 12?) in a final position (FIG. 4) of the guide elements (8, 8?) in the guides (12, 12?) and that the treatment device (7) projects upward beyond the lateral parts (2, 2?) and/or an upper edge of a traverse (5) connecting the lateral parts (2, 2?) in the final position (FIG. 4) of the guide elements (8, 8?).

Abstract: A vehicle wash system is set forth that comprises a main carriage that is movable along a length of a vehicle that is to be washed and a carriage drive system disposed to move the main carriage along the length of the vehicle. A plurality of nozzles are disposed for co-movement with the main carriage to dispense fluids used in the washing of the vehicle. A sidearm drive system is disposed for co-movement with the main carriage. The sidearm drive system rotates a sidearm cloth in a reciprocating manner for contact with a side portion of the vehicle. To reduce the footprint needed to operate the wash system, the sidearm cloth may be rotated along an arc that is less than 360°. An overhead cloth drive system also may be disposed for co-movement with the main carriage. The overhead cloth drive system may move an overhead cloth in a reciprocating manner for contact with an upper portion of the vehicle.

Abstract: An arrangement (1) for cleaning surfaces (2), particularly curved or arched or wavy surfaces and/or surfaces (2) with varying direction of curvature, for example on vehicle chassis, metal strip or unflat plates. The arrangement has a cleaning device (3) having a tension resistant carrier band or belt with an upper section and a lower section and also at least two reversing rollers or rolls (4), which device acts with a section as a cleaning belt section (6) on the surface to be cleaned (2) with its inner side facing the reversing rollers or rolls (4). The device (1) has a presser device (8) with a guide (9) for the cleaning belt section (6), through which the cleaning belt section (6) can be pressed. It is provided that the presser device (8) includes at least one flexible cushion or buffer (10), and that the guide (9) acted on thereby is deflectable or bendable transversely to, or at right angles to, the surface to be cleaned (2).

Abstract: An automatic vehicle wash system that includes a first, front overhead bridge and a second, back overhead bridge that combine to carry out a wash process on the vehicle. The first overhead bridge is operable to perform a first wash cycle on the entire vehicle. The second overhead bridge is independently operable to perform a second wash cycle on the entire vehicle, where the first wash cycle is different from the second wash cycle. The first overhead bridge includes a side cleaning device that performs a friction wash step on the vehicle during the first wash process. The second overhead bridge includes a top brush that and a pair of high pressure spray manifolds. The movement of the first and second overhead bridges along the length of the vehicle are coordinated by a central controller such that the first wash cycle and the second wash cycle can be completed simultaneously.

Abstract: A yarn (F) for car wash brushes includes and end portion (R) that is tapered down to a thin size smaller than 0.25 mm so that it is soft and does not retain dirt, whereby the cleaning effectiveness of the brushes made with this type of yarn remains unchanged over time and there are no risks of damaging the paint due to dirty ends. Moreover, it is possible to have yarns smaller than 1 mm made of polyester or nylon, that have greater cleaning effectiveness, are more delicate on the paint and last up to 5 times more with respect to conventionally used materials.

Abstract: The invention relates to a portal washing facility for motor vehicles, in particular passenger motor vehicles, that includes a portal device that can move relative to the motor vehicle in its longitudinal direction, has at least one horizontal washing brush that is height-adjustable on the portal device, and at least one side washing brush that can move transverse to the direction of motion of the portal device. In order to have an effective, brushless high-pressure washing, in addition to washing with conventional washing brushes, at least one lateral high-pressure washing device is provided on the portal device and is used for high-pressure cleaning of the side surfaces and of the front and rear surfaces of the motor vehicle and can be driven along at least one traverse of the portal device transverse to the direction of motion of the portal device.

Abstract: A car washing machine (1) is composed of a front body (1A) provided with a rocker brush (11), a top brush (12), side brushes (13) and so forth as washing means for washing a vehicle (2), and a rear body (1B) provided with a top nozzle (21), side nozzles (22) and so forth as drying means for drying the vehicle (2). The front and rear bodies (1A and 1B) are capable of separately traveling. According to this arrangement, the washing operation of the vehicle (2) using the washing means provided on the front body (1A) and the drying operation using the drying means provided on the rear body (1B) can be executed in a spaced apart relationship, thus preventing the drying finish from being deteriorated by water splashes produced during the washing operation.

Abstract: The tire cleaning apparatus provides a vibration-inducing surface for a vehicle passing over the tire cleaning apparatus in order to remove dirt and debris from the tires of the vehicle. The tire cleaning apparatus includes at least one tire-cleaning frame, which is formed from a plurality of upper C-shaped beams, which are secured to a plurality of lower C-shaped beams in a rectilinear grid-shaped pattern. Sidewalls of the upper C-shaped beams, which project upwardly, form the vibration-inducing surface, and channels formed in the upper C-shaped beams allow for the collection of dirt and debris, and also provide for the drainage of water. Similar sidewalls of the lower C-shaped beams engage the ground for secure positioning of the tire-cleaning frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a car washing brush, provided with means for lubricating and cleaning the brush bristles, which comprises a tubular body (2), supporting variously distributed bristles (3) and which can be coupled to a motor-reducing assembly for turning the tubular body. The main feature of the invention is that the brush comprises moreover, associated with said tubular body, a plurality of channels (10) for conveying a fluid therethrough, said channels having a plurality of nozzles (11), for spraying a fluid on the brush bristles, from the inside toward the outside of the brush.

Abstract: An automated car wash system is provided comprising an anthropomorphic robot that serves to spray and clean cars prior to their entering into, or within, an automated car wash so as to remove surface dirt from the car, using a high-pressure spray gun. The robot is controlled by an interconnected network of pneumatic or hydraulic pumps and hoses, electronic relays and mechanical linkages so as to simulate the movements of a human. A sensor is used to detect the presence of an automobile in the field of operation of the robot, which sensor also serves to activate the robot and keep it operational as long as the automobile is in a given location. The robot is configured to resemble the shape and size of a human such that it may be dressed in a variety of costumes or outfits so as to maximize both its entertainment value and its utilitarian function.

Abstract: A cleaning and polishing device comprises a cleaning and polishing means, a frame for maintaining the cleaning and polishing means disposed against the surface of the trailer, and a motor for moving the cleaning and polishing means along the surface of the trailer during cleaning.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods are provided for performing maintenance procedures such as washing, cleaning, deicing, and painting to an aircraft. The apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention preferably has a mobile base having a plurality of wheel members for allowing the mobile base to travel along surfaces and a plurality of support surface registering members for registering the mobile base to a support surface to inhibit movement of the plurality of wheel members. The apparatus also preferably has a boom member having a proximal end portion rotatably mounted to the mobile base and being movable between a retracted position and an extended position and an aircraft maintenance tool rotatably connected to a distal end portion of the boom member.

Abstract: A car washing machine (1) is composed of a front body (1A) provided with a rocker brush (11), a top brush (12), side brushes (13) and so forth as washing means for washing a vehicle (2), and a rear body (1B) provided with a top nozzle (21), side nozzles (22) and so forth as drying means for drying the vehicle (2). The front and rear bodies (1A and 1B) are capable of separately traveling. According to this arrangement, the washing operation of the vehicle (2) using the washing means provided on the front body (1A) and the drying operation using the drying means provided on the rear body (1B) can be executed in a spaced apart relationship, thus preventing the drying finish from being deteriorated by water splashes produced during the washing operation.

Abstract: A vehicle tire dressing apparatus according to the present invention comprises left and right dressing applicators situated alongside a vehicle conveying track, the dressing applicators being moveable individually into contacting engagement with tires on left and right sides of a vehicle in the track. Each applicator has an applicator pad mounted to a mount bar and the mount bar is hinged to a frame which allows articulation of the applicator pad into and out of contact with the tires. The applicator pad is configured with a plurality of orifices, each of which orifices receives fluid sprayed from a complimentary spray nozzle. Each orifice has an elongated capillary which assists dispersing fluid into the pad. The spray nozzles emit fluid into the pads for a predetermined amount of time, the spraying being initiated by movement of the vehicle into proximity with the tire dressing assembly.

Abstract: A cleaning device and cleaning method to automatically clean the interior of a car. The devices having a robot arm and cleaning tools.

Abstract: A battery-powered washing unit is described which includes a motor drive unit driven by a DC battery pack with a yoke attached around the motor drive unit. An elongate and extendable handle is connected to the yoke for the user to grasp, and various brushes are connectable to the output shaft of the motor drive unit. Preferably the battery pack is sealed and self-contained and includes an integrated switch member at the top of the battery pack which consists of two powered positions, a low power and high power for various rotary speeds of the brush. Furthermore, the connection between the yoke and the motor drive unit consists of a locking mechanism having at least two locked positions, and a swivel position where the motor drive unit and the brush can swivel relative to the brush handle.