Posts Tagged ‘Notable customers’

Howco’s Lunch and Learn

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010

Dosatron participated in Howco’s Lunch and Learn in Charlotte, North Carolina earlier this month. This was their first open house and attendees included operators, customers, and investors along with vendors. We participated in a warehouse tour along with an overview of equipment, chemicals, and services provided by Howco. After a great lunch, we boarded a bus and toured three carwashes in the Charlotte area.

Dosatron had the opportunity to listen while several operators shared their experiences and we shared the benefits of the Dosatron D25 serieslogo.

Click here to view photos from the event and a special thanks to Howco for a wonderful day!

Autobell Joins WaterSavers

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

final_autobell_photoEnvironmental responsibility is extremely important to us here at Dosatron. That’s why we were so pleased to learn recently that one of our customers, Autobell Car Wash, is participating in the International Carwash Association’s (ICA) WaterSavers program, which helps professional car washes promote their environmentally responsible business practices and educates consumers about the environmental effects of choosing home washing instead of professional car washes.

Autobell Car Wash is in the water management business. They use only state-of-the-art car wash technology that allows their facilities to treat 100% and recycle up to 100% of wash water, and they dispose of treated wash water only into approved water treatment facilities. In an average home car wash, up to 150 gallons of water are used, and all this water goes untreated into storm drains, creeks, and eventually into our drinking water supply. Autobell educates customers and the general public on the environmental benefit of professional car washes, hoping to reduce the amount of untreated water that flows into our water supply. One Autobell unit even includes a bioretention pond and rain garden to further assist in the treatment and conservation of rain water runoff. Several of Autobell’s newer stores utilize an Aqua Bio 100% water reclaim treatment system in which bacteria digest and recycle the waste water, a recent innovation in car wash technology.

Congratulations to Autobell and all they are doing to improve the quality of water in our communities.

Catch Dosatron and Geremia Greenhouse on GGTV

Friday, March 5th, 2010

In case you missed it, Dosatron recently hosted a spot on GGTV’s Supply Channel with Geremia Greenhouse’s head grower Paul Barnes. In the video, Paul explains how Geremia’s uses Dosatron injectors to direct-inject Zerotol, growth regulators, and other chemicals to keep their crops beautiful and healthy. Check it out:

Dosatron and Geremia on GGTV

Thanks so much to Paul for taking the time to talk to us. Did you know that Dosatrons can be used to direct-inject Zerotol? What unusual chemicals do you direct-inject? Tell us about in the comments!

Dosie on the High Line

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

At Dosatron, we’re committed to green initiatives, sustainability, and the three Rs: renew, reuse, and recycle.  That’s why we were so intrigued when we first heard about the High Line, a public park built on a 1.45-mile-long elevated rail structure on Manhattan’s West Side. According to the park’s website, the High Line ceased operation as a rail line in 1980, and was slated for demolition in 1999, when a group of community activists calling themselves Friends of the High Line began working with local authorities to get the stretch of land turned into a park. The project won its first public support in 2002, and the park opened to the public for the first time in June 2009.

This type of community renewal project is important to Dosatron, so we were thrilled to learn that the High Line has been using the Dosatron DosaCart this summer for applying compost tea to their densely packed landscape. The mobility of the DosaCart, which they fondly refer to as Dosie, allows the gardening team to easily transport compost tea in the DosaCart tank and plug into any of the water valves along the High Line.

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Click here to view the beautiful gardens at the High Line.

Do you have an affectionate nickname for your Dosatron? Don’t be shy – tell us about it in the comments!

Update: Green Forest Car Wash

Friday, November 13th, 2009

green_ forest copyWhen Patricia Knott, the owner of Green Forest Car Wash decided to take the plunge and open an express wash, she relied on her extensive business background and experience. She decided, after conducting extensive marketing research, that creating a great customer experience beyond what is expected from the “normal” car wash would enhance traffic.

When it came to purchasing materials, Patricia applied that same business knowledge. She researched equipment that would operate efficiently, allowing her to focus on the operational side of the business and not worry about constant repairs. This research led her to choose Dosatron.

Why Dosatron? Patricia stated it best by saying:

My motto is: the simpler, the better. That’s why I love Dosatron pumps. They completely simplify the chemical application process. They are easy to adjust and maintain, leaving me time to focus on my operation and not the equipment.

We’re proud that Green Forest Car Wash has selected Dosatron for their fun and innovative car wash. We also want to recognized Patricia for her award as the 2009 Rookie of the Year by the Western Carwash Association (WCA). We look forward to partnering with Patricia and Green Forest for years to come!

Taking “Green” Car Wash to a Whole New Level

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

I was recently informed Dosatron was chosen for chemical injection at the new Green Forest Car Wash in Los Angeles, CA. This fun, unique wash was designed and built by G.Thomas Ennis, CEO of NS Wash Systems. Its imaginative design takes the wash customer on  a relaxing trip through a tropical rain forest, where their vehicle is sprayed by an robotic elephant, travels through a foam waterfall and has more foam sprayed on by giant light up sunflowers! Its “green” theme is supported by the wash’s eco-friendly functionality; they recycle 100% of their water and squeeze their electrical usage to about 350 kWh per day!  We’re proud that Dosatron was selected for use in this creative and environmentally aware design!

To learn more about Green Forest Car Wash, and see some great photos of their operation, click here.

Notable Customers: Hunter’s Moon Farm

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

One of our favorite things here at Dosatron HQ is when we hear from happy, satisfied customers who have used our products to reap new success in their business.

Recently, we had the pleasure of hearing from Hunter’s Moon Farm in Oak Harbor, WA.  Hunter’s Moon grows late-season blueberries (which they tell us are the sweetest of the season), with a special focus on sustainability and organic growing.  They’ve even kept half of their 10-acre farm natural to help foster sustainability!

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Here’s what Hunter’s Moon Farm has to say about Dosatron:

Three years ago, when we started to plant our five acres with blueberries, we knew that sustainability was important to us, but just as important was the need for our drip irrigation system to accurately fertilize the roots using our organic compost tea.

That’s where Dosatron came in. It is perfect for drip line fertilization. Best of all, it’s water-powered, so it’s sustainable AND saves us time and money!

We’re so proud to be a part of Hunter’s Moon Farm’s success. Green initiatives and sustainability are incredibly important to us as well, so we’re honored to be a part of Hunter’s Moon Farm’s outstanding initiative.

Do you use your Dosatron in a green or sustainable operation?  Tell us all about it in the comments!  Additionally, if you’d like to be part of our ongoing testimonial collection, contact us here.

Dosatron Customers Make the News in Houston, TX

Friday, July 10th, 2009

At Dosatron, we know that our products are crucial to our customers’ success, and we take that role very seriously.  That’s why we’re thrilled when our customers get attention for doing well.

Recently, we discovered this news story from ABC13, the Houston, TX, ABC affiliate.  In their “Stretch Your Dollar” segment, they featured two Dosatron customers, CARisma WASH and Mr. Car Wash, both in Houston.  Congratulations!

To watch the video, click here.

Lela’s Tales From the Road: Greenhouse Specialists

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

My never-ending effort to visit and check on as many of our valued customers as possible brings me all across the country.  This week, it’s taken me to a truly wonderful place: Big Island, Hawaii. 

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Greenhouse Specialists was gracious enough to host a maintenance seminar in their facility. In attendance were growers from all over the Big Island, whose crops range from orchids to fruit trees.  The best event of the night was the hands on maintenance. 

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One grower brought their unit and demonstrated how easy it was to change the seals on her DI16.  Another grower was put to the test to re-assemble the new D14MZ2, and he completed the task almost with his eyes closed. 

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It was such a treat meeting with customers we don’t get to see often, and in such a beautiful setting. Though we often talk about the importance of maintenance and seal kit changes in our electronic and phone communications with our customers, nothing beats face-to-face interaction to help emphasize and explain these important concepts.

 What are your experiences with maintenance and your Dosatron?  Have you ever been to one of our maintenance seminars?  How about Hawaii?  Don’t be shy — tell us all about it in the comments!

Lela’s Tales from the Road: Geremia Greenhouse

Thursday, June 18th, 2009

lelaBy Lela Kelly, Vice President

 

Last week I stopped by Geremia Greenhouse to visit with my friends Paul and Phil Banning and make sure all of their Dosatrons were working properly. Since they have over 20 Dosatrons at their facility, I thought we should make sure they are all in tip top condition.  It’s also a pleasure just stop by and see their facility; they have certainly made innovation, cleanliness, and sustainability their watchwords in their growing operation.

Dosatron is proud to help Geremia in their quest for innovation.  For example, the staff at Geremia uniquely utilize our specialty models, such as the D20S2000 and the D45RE3000, for direct injection of Zerotol from our friends at Biosafe.

D20S2000s direct-injecting ZeroTol

D20S2000s direct-injecting ZeroTol

We were also impressed with their homemade portable cart with an onboard hose reel.

Geremia's homemade fertilizer cart

Geremia's homemade fertilizer cart

We’re proud to count innovators like Geremia Greenhouse among our friends and clients.  It’s always a pleasure visiting with them and seeing what they’re up to.

If you’d like more information on our ability to direct-inject water treatment chemicals like Zerotol, give us a call at 800-523-8499, or use this form to contact us electronically.

What innovative uses have you come up with for your Dosatrons?  Let us know in the comments.