DRB’s NoPileups tech saves $300 million in damage claims

The system has prevented an estimated 600,000 collisions, which in turn has saved operators nearly $300 million since the technology was first introduced in 2016.

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Jim Utter
December 23, 2024

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👋Good morning! While most anti-collision systems developed for car washes use loop pads or other types of sensors to determine a vehicle’s location within a tunnel, DRB’s “NoPileups” system uses video and advanced computer technology to track where the vehicle is at all times. We take a look at the process in this issue of the Car Wash Daily News email newsletter.

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DRB’s ‘NoPileups’ tech saves $300 million in damage claims

DRB’s patented “NoPileups” tunnel car wash optimization system seems to be doing its job.

According to figures released by the company in late November, the system has prevented an estimated 600,000 collisions, which in turn has saved operators nearly $300 million since the technology was first introduced in 2016.

While most anti-collision systems developed for car washes use loop pads or other types of sensors to determine a vehicle’s location within a tunnel, NoPileups uses video and advanced computer technology to track where the vehicle is at all times in the process. 

The system tracks cars across the entire length of the tunnel and automatically stops the conveyor when a collision threat is detected. A 15 to 20-second video is then created to help operators locate the cause of any potential issue.

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The system has prevented an estimated 600,000 collisions, which in turn has saved operators nearly $300 million since the technology was first introduced in 2016.

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  Editor’s Picks 👇

  • Car wash app development on the rise: Technology advances provide a dynamic landscape in the car wash industry, with car cleaning apps coming into more use, for everything from streamlining operations to enhancing customer engagement. A recent blog on Medium.com takes an in-depth look at the growing “Uber for car wash” trend, the various use of apps and how operators can get the most out of their use. Smart technologies, AI integration, Crypto wallets, live video feeds, and eco-friendly practices can all be integrated into an effective app. Read more here.

  • A group of residents in West Hollywood, California, have expressed opposition to a decision by the owner of a Chevron gas station to demolish an auto service center and food mart and replace it with an automated car wash. The construction plans were approved by the city in 2020. The site should be up and running in early 2025. Read more here.

  Express Hits  🎯 

  • Lakewood, Colorado, is considering new limits on the number of gas stations and car washes that could be built in the limits of the city of 156,000 which is a suburb of Denver. The new ordinance would severely restrict the number of new gas stations and car washes, which were singled out for excessive water use and pollution. A final vote to approve, amend or table the proposal is expected to be held on Jan. 13.

  • Washworld, which provides technologically advanced car wash equipment and systems, recently added a new member to its distributor network, Wash Dudes LLC. The company will sell and service Washworld equipment throughout western Colorado. Washworld has a network of around 100 distributors around the world.

  • The city council of Perrysburg, Ohio, recently voted 5-1 to rescind a two-year moratorium on new car washes that was set to expire on Dec. 31. At the time the moratorium went into effect in January 2023, Perrysburg had seven car washes inside city limits and another five within a mile of the city limits.

    👉 More updates here.

  Making Waves Around the World  🌊 

  • An inventor in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada, with a design submitted to the Toronto sales office of InventHelp, has developed a portable washing system for motor vehicles called M B Wash. The patent-pending invention features a portable and user-friendly design that allows vehicle owners to wash a car almost anywhere. It was designed to clean a car without leaving behind scratching or water marks. InventHelp is an invention service company that submits ideas to companies and offers patent referral services. Learn more about InventHelp’s Invention Submission Services here.

  What’s Coming Up  📅

  • Women in Car Wash Conference: The 11th bi-annual Women in Carwash Conference is scheduled for Jan. 19-21, 2025, at the Mills House Charleston in Charleston, S.C. More info here.

  • AHR Expo: More than 1,800 HVACR exhibitors are expected at the AHR Expo Feb. 10-12, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. More info here.

  • Southwest Car Wash Association: The organization will hold its annual convention and expo Feb. 26-28, 2025, at the Fort Worth (Texas) Convention Center. More info here.

  • Convenience U CARWACS Show 2025: The Convenience U CARWACS Show – Canada’s largest convenience, gas and car wash industry event – is set for March 4-5, 2025, at the International Centre Hall 5 in Mississauga, Ontario. More info here.  

  • APEC 2025: The leading conference in North America for power electronic professionals will take place March 16-20, 2025, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. More info here.

❓DID YOU KNOW❓

SEKO, a car washing service provider, reports that more than 80,000 professional car washing establishments are located in North America. More than 8 million vehicles are washed at car washing establishments each day. 

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