Start a Steam Car Wash Business

Low investment. No water connection. No drainage. Launch a car wash anywhere — mall parkings, apartment basements, roadsides — with just one machine.

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33+Years

55+Countries

3–5 LPer Car

10 barMax Pressure

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How the DR100 Steam Cleaner Works

Business Opportunity

Start a Steam Car Wash Business with One Machine

No water line. No drainage. No large space. One operator, one machine, one power socket — and you are in business. Already run a car wash? Add steam as a premium add-on service.

Typical Steam Car Wash Business Economics

Cars Per Day (1 operator)10–15 cars

Cars Per Day (2 operators)20–30 cars

Water Per Car3–5 litres (vs 150–200 traditional)

ChemicalsNone — steam alone cleans and sanitises

Space RequiredAs little as 100 sq ft

InfrastructureNo plumbing, no drainage, no civil work

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KKE DR100 Steam Cleaners in a detailing shop

What It Is

Professional Steam Cleaning for Car Detailing

KKE DR100 Series are professional-grade electric steam generators with Patent Pending multi-stage boiler technology. Dry steam at up to 10 bar cleans exterior paint, interiors, dashboards, wheels and engines — no chemicals, no water waste.

3–5 Litres Per Car No Floor Drainage Chemical-Free Fully Portable

Applications

One Machine, Six Cleaning Jobs

Dashboard & Console

Steam reaches into vents, buttons and crevices. Removes dust, residues and bacteria.

Interior Upholstery

Deep-clean leather, fabric seats, carpets. Sanitises without soaking.

AC Vent & Odour Removal

Kill bacteria in HVAC vents, remove allergens and cabin odour.

Exterior Body

Dry steam lifts dirt without scratching. No water damage to seals or trim.

Engine Bay

Controlled steam for degreasing. No water near electrical connectors.

Alloy wheel steam cleaning with KKE DR118

Wheels & Tires

Blast brake dust and grime from alloys without chemical cleaners.

Specifications

DR100 Series

Max Pressure10 bar (140 psi)

Max Steam Temp180 °C (365 °F)

BoilerSS 304, multi-stage (Patent Pending)

Water Consumption0.25 L/min (3–5 L per car)

Steam TypeDry & wet (adjustable)

OutputsUp to 2 (2 operators simultaneously)

Safety8-point system: overheat, pressure relief, low water, emergency stop, AI controls

Models

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DR110

Electric · 5 kW · Single Output

Boiler10 L

Preheat10 min

Weight50 kg

DR112

Electric · 12 kW · Dual Output

Boiler15 L

Preheat5 min

Weight75 kg

DR118 Eco

Electric · 18 kW · Dual Output

Boiler21 L

Preheat5 min

Weight85 kg

Diesel Powered

DR150

Diesel · Dual Output · No Electricity Needed

Tanks25 L water + 20 L diesel

Preheat3–5 min

Weight100 kg

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to start a steam car wash business? The primary investment is the machine itself — no civil work, plumbing or water treatment. You need a covered area (100 sq ft), power and microfibre cloths. Message us on WhatsApp for a cost breakdown.

How many cars can I wash per day? 10–15 cars with one operator. 20–30 cars with a dual-output model and two operators.

Can I add steam to my existing car wash or detailing business? Yes. Just plug it in — offer premium interior detailing, engine bay cleaning and sanitisation as high-margin add-on services.

Can 2 operators use it simultaneously? Yes. DR112 and DR118 have dual outputs — two operators work at the same time from one machine.

Is the machine portable? Yes. Built-in wheels and water tank — no fixed water connection needed. Roll it to the car.

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Start a Steam Car Wash Business

How the DR100 Steam Cleaner Works

Start a Steam Car Wash Business with One Machine

Typical Steam Car Wash Business Economics

Professional Steam Cleaning for Car Detailing