Washing Tunnels vs. MecanoFast: Discover the Technological Differences with WashTech

The cleaning of industrial parts is key to ensuring quality and productivity across various industrial sectors. WashTech, based in Querétaro, Mexico, leads the way in advanced industrial cleaning solutions, standing out for its innovation in one-piece flow washing systems.

In this article, we’ll explain the differences between these two technologies, highlighting how each one addresses specific needs. If you’re looking to optimize your industrial processes, keep reading to find the ideal solution for your company.

Washing Tunnels: Basic Systems for Simple Industrial Processes

In high-demand industries such as automotive, washing tunnels have historically been used to meet the need for cleaning large volumes of parts. These systems, once produced by Surface Alliance, successfully served industry requirements for decades. However, they are becoming obsolete for several reasons:

• Insufficient cleaning quality for many modern automotive applications; they cannot handle complex parts or advanced cleanliness standards.
• Require significant space—the more complex or dirty the part, the larger the machine must be.
• High water loss through evaporation, leading to:
  • High water, electricity, and detergent consumption.
  • High operational costs.
  • High humidity, heat, and chemical emissions inside the facility.
• Complex machinery with multiple motors, chains, blowers, and wear-prone components, resulting in high maintenance requirements.
• Partial drying of parts, often requiring an additional process.
• Contaminant accumulation on tunnel walls, making it difficult to maintain consistent cleaning quality over time.

These characteristics make washing tunnels an increasingly outdated solution.

MecanoFast: Solución compacta y de alta precisión para procesos críticos.

MecanoFast is a compact system specifically designed to meet the cleaning demands of industries that require high precision and space optimization. Ideal for critical parts used in sectors like automotive, this equipment combines efficiency, speed, and compliance with the most stringent standards.

Main Features:

• Ultra-fast cleaning cycle: Completes full cleaning and drying processes in just 30 seconds—ideal for operations demanding high productivity without compromising quality.
• Resource optimization: Significantly reduces water, energy, and detergent consumption, aligning with industrial sustainability standards.
• Self-cleaning work chamber: Maintains stable cleaning quality over time.
• Compact, integrable design: Occupies only 2 m², making it perfect for factories with limited space and allowing integration into robotic cells or automated production lines.
• International compliance: Certified cleaning results meeting VDA 19 and ISO 16232 standards—essential for components with strict particulate contamination requirements.

Comparison Between Washing Tunnels and MecanoFast

Characteristic	Washing Tunnels	MecanoFast
Capacity	Mass production	Mass production
Space required	Large infrastructure needed	Compact design (2 m²)
Cleaning speed	Continuous process	One-piece flow cycle in 30 seconds
Resource consumption	High energy, water, and detergent use	Low energy and supply consumption
Applications	High-volume, low-cleanliness requirements	Precise cleaning for high-volume, critical parts

Competitive Advantages for Your Company

Production Volume: Today, the only real advantage of washing tunnels lies in very high-volume applications with low cleanliness criteria. In many cases, twin MecanoFast systems can match this capacity at a lower acquisition and operating cost.

Space Efficiency: MecanoFast adapts to smaller areas, while tunnels require extensive infrastructure.

Cost Efficiency: MecanoFast drastically reduces operational costs thanks to its energy efficiency and low maintenance design.

WashTech Smart Cleaning: Innovation from Querétaro

From Querétaro, Mexico, and serving the entire continent, WashTech provides advanced solutions that optimize industrial processes. Learn more on our official website washtech.com.mx/es or follow us on LinkedIn to stay up to date with our innovations.

The choice between washing tunnels and MecanoFast depends on the specific needs of your operation. Both systems offer unique advantages that can transform your industrial cleaning processes.

Contact us today and take your productivity to the next level!

https://washtech.com.mx/es/