{"product_id":"ma5x-heavy-duty-car-wash-concentrate-55-gallon-commercial-drum-fleet-tunnel-car-wash-soap","title":"MA5X Heavy-Duty Car Wash Concentrate 55-Gallon Commercial Drum | Fleet \u0026 Tunnel Car Wash Soap","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMA5X Heavy-Duty Car Wash Concentrate 55-Gallon Drum | Fleet \u0026amp; Tunnel Soap\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high-volume car wash tunnels, fleet maintenance operations, mobile detailers, and auto dealerships, MA5X Heavy-Duty Car Wash Concentrate delivers rich, long-lasting foam and efficient soil removal at commercial scale. This mildly alkaline (pH 9-11) formula is designed for centralized storage, drum pump dispensing, and seamless integration into automated wash feedlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDirect-to-Manufacturer Cost Economics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a standard 1 oz per gallon dilution (averaging 5 gallons per wash), one 55-gallon drum yields \u003cb\u003e1,408 complete vehicle washes at just $0.25 per wash\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRich Foam with 5+ Minute Cling:\u003c\/b\u003e The high-foam surfactant system maintains maximum contact time to break down road salt, brake dust, tar, and road film, reducing brush pressure and preventing swirl marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBroad System \u0026amp; Climate Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Performs consistently in bucket washes, foam cannons, tunnel injection systems, and pressure washers. Reliable year-round in hard or soft water across extreme temperatures (40°F to 140°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-corrosive and safe on ceramic coatings, clear coats, wax, aluminum wheels, chrome, and painted plastics at standard dilutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommercial Compliance:\u003c\/b\u003e Formulated to support commercial wash water capture and treatment programs. DOT Not Regulated for streamlined receiving and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt for Bulk Handling:\u003c\/b\u003e Features standard 2\" and 3\/4\" bungs for easy integration with drum pumps, proportioning injectors, and foam cannon reservoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDilution \u0026amp; Application Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoutine Cleaning \u0026amp; Ceramic Coatings:\u003c\/b\u003e 1 oz per gallon. Safe for routine maintenance, preserves hydrophobicity on ceramic coatings, and is compatible with matte\/satin finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy Soils \u0026amp; Fleet Washdowns:\u003c\/b\u003e 2–3 oz per gallon. Ideal for construction equipment, heavy road salt, and brake dust buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAutomated Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e Calibrate tunnel and pressure washer injection ratios to deliver the equivalent of 1–3 oz per gallon at the point of application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSurface Compatibility \u0026amp; Best Practices\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWax \u0026amp; Sealants:\u003c\/b\u003e While safe on bare paint, high-concentration washing (3 oz\/gal+) on regularly waxed vehicles will strip wax faster than standard dilution. A wax or sealant top-up is recommended after heavy washdowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAluminum \u0026amp; Chrome:\u003c\/b\u003e Will not etch or pit metals with normal contact times. Pre-soak brake-dust-heavy wheels with a dedicated cleaner before the main wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunlight Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not allow foam to dry on hot, dark paint in direct sunlight. Pre-rinse the vehicle to cool the surface before applying foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChemical Mixing:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eDo not mix\u003c\/b\u003e this concentrate with acidic wheel cleaners or alkaline degreasers in the same tank or feedline. Mixing neutralizes the chemicals and causes unpredictable foaming behavior in recirculating systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommercial Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eContainer:\u003c\/b\u003e 55-gallon drum (Standard 2\" and 3\/4\" bungs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e ~550 lbs (Product + Container)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYield:\u003c\/b\u003e 1,408 washes (at 1 oz\/gal dilution, 5 gal\/wash)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003epH Level:\u003c\/b\u003e 9-11 (Mildly alkaline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOperating Temp:\u003c\/b\u003e 40°F to 140°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShelf Life:\u003c\/b\u003e 36 months from manufacture date in proper storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping, Pickup \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreight (LTL):\u003c\/b\u003e Ships via Less Than Truckload (LTL) freight. Up to 4 drums fit on a single pallet (~2,120 lbs total); ordering a full pallet reduces per-drum shipping costs. Non-hazardous for DOT transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocal Pickup:\u003c\/b\u003e Free local pickup available Monday–Friday (9 AM–4 PM) at our Coral Springs, FL facility (4105 NW 124th Avenue). Please allow up to 2 business days for drum preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-flammable. Classified as a skin and eye irritant in its concentrated form. Wear gloves and eye protection when handling the raw concentrate. Avoid direct discharge to waterways. For recurring supply or contract pricing, contact our sales team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/3264\/7984\/files\/CAR_WASH_SDS_US_08-22-2025.pdf?v=1763998440\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MA5X®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51984675701031,"sku":"MCSVHC\/HDY\/CWH\/DRU","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/4571\/3959\/files\/MA5x-Heavy-Duty-Car-Wash-Drum-Plastic.webp?v=1788390995","url":"https:\/\/giftfromtheland.shop\/fr\/products\/ma5x-heavy-duty-car-wash-concentrate-55-gallon-commercial-drum-fleet-tunnel-car-wash-soap","provider":"Gift From The Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}