A leading car wash chain in Germany was looking to modernize its existing car wash control systems. The goal was to replace traditional interfaces with a more intuitive, reliable, and user-friendly touch panel solution for customers.
However, car wash environments present unique challenges. Equipment must operate reliably while exposed to water, moisture, outdoor weather conditions, and direct sunlight. At the same time, the customer interface needs to be responsive and easy to use, even when users have wet or gloved hands.
The customer needed a touch panel solution that could combine durability, accurate touch performance, outdoor visibility, and a seamless user experience.
To address these requirements, MACTRON provided the WAM1160 Series Panel Mount Touch Panel PC, integrating advanced PCAP touch technology into the car wash control environment.
Designed for demanding industrial and outdoor applications, the WAM1160 Series provides a rugged and intuitive platform for car wash control systems, enabling customers to easily select and operate different wash programs.
The WAM1160 Series features a water-resistant front panel with IP65 protection, helping protect the touch interface against water and moisture encountered during everyday car wash operations. Its panel-mount design with integrated gaskets provides a secure seal between the touch panel and the mounting surface, helping prevent water and moisture from entering around the installation area.
Its advanced PCAP touch technology also enables accurate and responsive touch operation even when the screen is wet or operated with gloves. This allows customers to select wash programs and interact with the system with confidence—even in demanding, water-exposed environments.
Outdoor car wash control systems need to remain easy to read throughout the day. The WAM1160 Series features an 800-nit high-brightness display with optical bonding, improving screen visibility and reducing the impact of outdoor lighting conditions.
This helps customers clearly see wash options, instructions, and operating information—even when the system is exposed to direct sunlight.
PCAP technology supports both single-touch and multi-touch interaction, creating a familiar and intuitive user experience.
For car wash applications, responsive touch control makes it easier for customers to navigate wash programs, make selections, and operate the system efficiently. The intuitive interface helps create a smoother and more engaging self-service experience.
By replacing conventional car wash control interfaces with MACTRON's WAM1160 Series, the customer gained a modern touch-based platform designed for the realities of outdoor car wash operations.
For outdoor self-service applications, a touchscreen is more than a display—it is the customer's primary point of interaction.
MACTRON's WAM1160 Series combines durability, touch responsiveness, and display visibility to help car wash operators deliver a more reliable and intuitive customer experience.
From wash selection to completion, MACTRON brings dependable touch technology to every car wash interaction.
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