What’s up, guys? Cody from Southeast Softwash here, and today we’re diving into a simple yet powerful mod you can make to your softwash system that’ll improve performance and reliability. We’re talking about upgrading your downstream injector with a stainless steel check valve assembly — a small change that makes a big difference.
Why Upgrade Your Downstream Injector?
For those unfamiliar, the downstream injector is the part of your softwash system that mixes chemicals (like bleach) with water to give you the cleaning power you need. Over time, these injectors can fail due to corrosion, residue buildup, or mechanical issues, especially when dealing with harsh chemicals like bleach.
That’s where this mod comes in. Instead of relying on the standard injector with its small, often unreliable parts, we’re going to replace it with a Skunk stainless steel check valve assembly, which will give you a hotter bleach mix and better performance overall.
The Anatomy of a Downstream Injector
On our setups at Southeast Softwash, we mount the downstream injector in a convenient spot at the back of the trailer for easy field servicing. The standard injector comes with a small barb for the chemical pickup line, a spring, and a ball that acts as a check valve to prevent chemicals from backflowing into your water tank.
However, over time, that spring and ball can become corroded and clogged, causing your injector to stop pulling chemicals. While you can clean it out with WD-40 or by poking at the ball to free it up, these quick fixes don’t last forever.
Why the Skunk Stainless Steel Check Valve is a Game-Changer
Here’s where our Skunk stainless steel check valve assembly comes into play. It’s bigger, more durable, and features a much better design for handling the harsh conditions of soft washing.
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Serviceable Design: You can take it apart, clean it up, and reseal it — keeping it functional for up to a year without much fuss.
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Hasteloy Spring: Unlike the cheap springs in standard injectors, this high-quality spring is almost impervious to bleach, meaning less downtime and more reliability.
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Improved Flow: The larger design allows for more chemical flow, resulting in a hotter chemical mix that can tackle tougher stains with ease.
How It Works
By replacing your standard downstream injector with this upgraded check valve, you’ll get:
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More reliable chemical delivery—no more clogged injectors.
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Hotter bleach mixes, giving you better cleaning power.
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Easy field serviceability—less downtime and fewer headaches.
All in all, this is a simple upgrade that will pay off big time.
Final Thoughts
If you’re ready to take your softwash system to the next level, we highly recommend you grab a Skunk stainless steel check valve assembly. This easy mod will ensure your downstream injector runs smoother, lasts longer, and delivers a hotter bleach mix for your cleaning needs.
Head over to SoutheastSoftwash.com to grab yours today! And if you're just getting started in the softwashing world, don't forget to check out our Softwash 101 Class for all the insider tips and training to launch your business with confidence.
Until next time, keep washing!
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