A clean , shiny school bus makes a great first impression . For this special section , School BUSRide brought together some of the sharpest minds behind bus washing for a deep dive on choosing the best system for your district .
This section explores the best practices behind spec ’ ing systems , the influence of technology , environmental concerns , and maintenance considerations . Our experts also examined pitfalls to avoid , as well as the dangers of a bad spec ’ ing process .
Many factors will influence your choice of a new system , including fleet size , wash frequency , weather , temperature , soil conditions , and water quality . Failing to account for each of these factors may result in your district purchasing a system which will ultimately not meet its long-term transportation needs .
Be smart when spec ’ ing – and get the best system for your operation .
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