McClean Solutions LLC makes car-wash detergents and protectants, drawing on the experience of car-wash professionals and its own family-owned wash operations. Based near Philadelphia, the company develops and repeatedly tests its chemistry in its Bensalem lab, pairing products such as Galaxy presoaks with personalized service for wash operators who do not want to be treated like a number.
Synergy SolutionsFounded in 2003, family-owned Synergy Solutions makes polymer-based, non-corrosive car-wash chemicals from its Akron-area operation. Owner Peter Denissoff brings nearly four decades in car-wash chemistry and more than 30 years as an operator, a perspective reflected in the company’s practical formulations and hands-on support. Synergy also develops its products in an on-site laboratory and has expanded into chemical measurement tools and broader equipment and signage distribution for wash operators.UNIONTOWN, OH
Shore CorporationFor more than 40 years, Shore Corporation has been a Pennsylvania manufacturer known for developing high-performance chemical formulas around specific customer needs. Its work includes custom private-label production for distributors and users, with particular experience serving car-wash operators and restoration professionals.AMBRIDGE, PA
National Automotive ChemicalSince 1979, National Automotive Chemical has manufactured cleaning and protection chemicals for the car-wash industry, including specialized formulas for touchless, automatic and self-serve operations. Based in Cambridge, Ohio, the company also extends its chemistry into vehicle detailing, pet-wash products and practical specialty cleaners, while developing new formulas as car-wash needs change.CAMBRIDGE, OH
Qual ChemQual Chem, created in 2004 by Akron car wash operators Joseph Moldovan and Claudia Moldovan Crea, makes customizable chemistry for car washes. Its signature Cleaning System³ separates the foaming agent from high- and low-pH additives, giving operators control over cleaning strength, foam, color and fragrance instead of locking them into one-drum formulas. The privately owned, family-run company supplies operators across the United States and Europe with readily biodegradable, reclaim-friendly products made without hydrofluoric acid, NPEs or PFAS.AKRON, OH