System Lifecycle: AUTOMATIC CAR WASH Car Wash

Concept

Construction

Commissioning

Operating

Maintenance

Decommissioning

Concept

Concept System Failures

Cleaning process takes between 3-5 minutes per vehicle. Adequate area to allow vehicles waiting in line to queue without disrupting local traffic flow.

Car wash overspray may effect other businesses or vehicles in the area if not controlled.

Apparatuses scratch/damage vehicles during cleaning process.

CONCEPT: To provide a paid, time efficient service where the user drives there vehicle into a designated area of the system that methodically cleans the car using mechanical automation with the use of different apparatuses.

Construction

Construction System Failures

Errors in construction

Construction budget

Location to suit the needs of a car wash (large area, entry/exit points, noise, lighting etc.)

Sourcing parts and manufacturers (local or abroad)

Manufacturer supply issues

Construction issues and delays

Commissioning

Commissioning System Failures

Correct installation of technology

Trialing the system under supervision

Pricing point for car wash

Delays in commissioning from local authority approvals

Water restrictions and usage causing concern from public interest groups.

Spending over budget

Operating

Operating System Failures

Clear directional guidance for users

Cars are being cleaned to expectation of users

Vehicle instructions for car wash operation

Damage to cleaning parts

Damage to vehicles from faulty car wash equipment

System relies on vehicle drivers following instructions on where to stop to allow the automated system to work as designed.

Maintenance System Failures

Maintenance

Maintenance issues may be ignored if system is able to continue to operate and generate profit

Unavailability of parts

System unavailability during maintenance works

Scheduling of maintenance

Maintenance required as per manufacturer guidelines

System updates and part upgrades

Decommissioning

Decommissioning System Failures

Service no longer financially viable

Relocation to another premises

Completion of manufacturers recommended lifespan

Time delays in completing decommission

Users unaware of decommissioning creating confusion

Car wash is run beyond manufacturers recommended lifespan

Shipping / freight delays - parts

Provisions for water usage and recycling of used water

Local council / environmental dept. approvals

Vehicles are not being cleaned

Staff not trained for major maintenance issues and availability of manufacturer specialist could cause extensive delays to operation.