Under-chassis washing from Premier Pits
Premier Pits, which is known for its range of specialist prefabricated pits for workshop applications, also offers a selection of solutions for under-chassis washing to help clean vehicles in preparation for MOTs, via its washdown pit and ramp range.
The company, which has been manufacturing and installing pits for 40 years, offers three CE-certified designs to facilitate washing, including a galvanised washdown pit. The most compact of the solutions, it is said to be ideal for sites where outdoor space is limited. It features a large built-in sump with a weir and a flow forge or GRP floor, enabling vehicles to be cleaned from above and below simultaneously, thereby saving time and workshop space.
The second option, a half wash down pit and half ramp combination, is designed for garages with width and height restraints and/or challenging ground conditions. It occupies around 19.5 metres of yard space and comprises a pit with two ramps. The pit is shallower than the standard washdown pit option, which Premier Pits says makes it ideal for premises that are located on loose surfaces like sand or gravel.
A galvanised full ramp is the third option, and the company’s largest at 28.2 metres – but each ramp can be tailored to the types of vehicles being washed, meaning shorter units are possible. Each ramp has full structural calculations, that can handle up to eight tonnes per axle with a safe working load of 40 tonnes, and includes a walkway and stairs to facilitate the driver’s exit from the vehicle.
