Graco Polypropylene and Aluminum Pumps for Car Washes

American-made but world-renowned, Graco polypropylene and aluminum diaphragm pumps are the leading mover of fluids across the world. These pumps are developed to handle a wide range of fluids that are used in car washes, pressure washing, and other cleaning applications. This includes detergents, hydraulic fluid, oils and lubricants, water, and so much more!

Graco has been around for nearly a century, and the company has developed a reputation for incredibly reliable and resilient pumps. Graco diaphragm pumps are ideal for car washes where abrasive chemicals are used and devices are often subject to harsh environments. Here at Kleen-Rite we stock a great range of quality Graco products for your cash wash and pressure wash needs, including replacement parts and components. Check out our Buyer's Guide for more information!

Graco Pump Applications

General chemical transfer
Highly corrosive chemical transfer
Handling of abrasive fluids like wastewater
Medium viscosity fluids
Unloading drums and totes
Handling paint
Oil and lubricant transfer
Low to medium-pressure spray

Industries that Use Graco Pumps

Car washes to dispense soap, wax coating solutions, and other chemicals to hoses and spray guns in bays
Manufacturing facilities
Wastewater treatment plants
Paint stores and professional painting businesses
Automotive garages and repair shops
Farming and agriculture for sprayers and fertilizer equipment

How Does a Graco AODD Pump Work?

A Graco air operated double diaphragm pump uses compressed air as its power source instead of something like electric or gas. Liquid chambers are filled and emptied by fluid that is drawn through an inlet and discharged through an outlet. Compressed air shifts from one chamber to the other side using a linked shaft. As this movement occurs, the chambers move at the same time. This back-and-forth motion forces liquid out of one chamber and into the discharge line while the other chamber fills with liquid simultaneously. The pump design includes reciprocating elastomeric diaphragms and check valves.

Graco Husky Pumps

Choosing a Graco Husky pump is a smart option for car wash owners. They rank as Graco’s most popular air operated diaphragm pump line, with top models like the 307, 515, and 1050 to name a few. They are incredibly durable while still being lightweight and compact. Husky pumps are capable of handling abrasive and corrosive chemicals like detergents, hydraulic fluid, and more. Pay close attention to the material used for diaphragms and balls, like PTFE, Santoprene, and Buna-N, so you have the inner components that will properly handle your chemicals without breaking down and failing.

Graco Parts

If you’re looking for replacement parts to service your Graco pump, check out our parts category to find what you need.

Graco Drum Pumps

Graco also offers pumps to transfer fluids out of 55-gallon drums. They are ideal ofor handling low viscosity liquids. Graco drum pumps feature an innovative and simple design with limited parts to virtually eliminate maintenance and make them easy to clean.