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Heavy-Duty Industrial Parts Washers
Engineered for Heavy Equipment Applications
Cleaning Systems That Work as Hard as Your Equipment
When production stops, downtime costs money. Contamination from oil, grease, dirt, and debris can shorten component life and compromise safety. Better Engineering designs and manufactures heavy equipment parts washers that remove the toughest soils from the largest, dirtiest components, keeping fleets, production lines, and rebuild/MRO facilities running at full capacity.
Our cleaning systems are proven across industries, including construction, agriculture, mining, rail, and transportation. From small rebuild shops to OEM manufacturing plants, each heavy-duty industrial parts washer is designed to deliver consistent cleanliness, corrosion protection, and compliance with industry standards.
Comprehensive Cleaning Solutions for Heavy Equipment
Whether you’re rebuilding an excavator gearbox, massive CAT engine, or cleaning a hydraulic manifold, our industrial parts-cleaning equipment handles large parts, heavy contamination, and continuous production demands. Each cleaning system is built to withstand harsh environments while meeting the cleanliness requirements that protect your investment and your reputation.
Engines & Powertrains
Our heavy equipment parts washers remove oil, carbon buildup, and heavy soils from diesel engines, transmissions, and gearboxes. Configurable wash, rinse, and dry stages deliver consistent results across high-volume rebuild operations.
Hydraulic Components
From hydraulic cylinders to control valves and pumps, our heavy equipment parts washer eliminate chips, machining oils, and fine debris. Automated filtration and oil separation maintain the wash water longevity for continuous operation.
Cooling & Structural Systems
Radiators, frames, and structural weldments demand dependable heavy equipment cleaning. Our systems remove grease, dirt, and corrosion scale while protecting sensitive metals and coatings, ensuring parts are ready for coating or reassembly.
Rail & Transportation Components
From rail bogies and axles to suspension parts and traction motors, Better Engineering’s industrial parts cleaning equipment is built to handle the heavy loads, complex geometries, and demanding throughput of transportation manufacturing and refurbishment operations. Our high-capacity systems deliver thorough washing, rinsing, and vacuum drying with precision and consistency. Designed for productivity, we also offer turnkey automation and material-handling integrations to keep your operation running efficiently.
Undercarriage & Chassis
Our heavy-duty industrial parts washers are built to clean the toughest components, from track links and rollers to hubs and housings. Designed for maximum durability and performance, these systems handle heavy, dirt-laden assemblies with ease. Integrated automation simplifies loading and unloading, while precision nozzle placement and adjustable flow deliver complete coverage and consistent cleaning on every surface.
Heavy Equipment Applications
Better Engineering’s industrial parts cleaning equipment serves the most demanding environments in the heavy equipment industry, ensuring reliability, longevity, and efficiency across every sector.
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Watch Our System In Action
See how our heavy equipment parts washers handle the toughest contaminants in the most demanding industries. From large-scale rebuilds to OEM production lines, these systems prove that precision and power can coexist.
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Why Heavy Equipment Manufacturers Trust Better Engineering
Better Engineering’s heavy equipment parts washers are trusted by manufacturers and rebuild facilities worldwide for one reason: proven performance. Each system is engineered, tested, and refined to thrive in real production environments—delivering measurable improvements in uptime, part cleanliness, and overall cost efficiency.
Cleaning heavy equipment parts isn’t just about appearance—it’s about performance, safety, and longevity. Companies in construction, agriculture, mining, rail, and transportation face several common challenges:
- Strict cleanliness requirements to prevent rust, corrosion, and early part failure
- Safety risks from poorly maintained or contaminated equipment
- Tight deadlines requiring faster turnaround without compromising quality
Better Engineering systems are designed to solve these challenges—consistently and efficiently. Our customers report results that go beyond expectations:
- Reduced Downtime: Up to 50% faster turnaround than manual or outsourced cleaning
- Enhanced Reliability: Consistent cleanliness extends part life and improves assembly performance
- Compliance Confidence: Meets or exceeds OEM and ISO cleanliness specifications
- Lower Operating Costs: Advanced filtration and chemical recycling reduce consumable use by up to 30%
- Eco-Friendly Operation: Reduced water usage and minimized chemical waste support sustainability goals
frequently asked questions
Our parts washers are designed to clean components from heavy construction, agriculture, mining, rail, and transportation machinery, including engines, transmissions, axles, and other large, grease-covered parts.
Our systems eliminate oil, grease, carbon deposits, metal chips, and dirt typical of hydraulic, engine, drivetrain, and undercarriage components.
Yes. Our washers are built to meet or exceed industry standards for cleanliness, corrosion protection, and safety compliance.
Yes. We design washers to accommodate parts up to 50,000 lbs., with custom fixtures, hoists, and drive systems for safe handling.
Each washer integrates monitored temperature, pressure, and chemical dosing to maintain validated cleaning parameters throughout every cycle.
All systems use biodegradable detergents, closed-loop filtration, and oil skimming to minimize water and waste while maintaining high cleaning performance.
Yes. We offer in-house parts testing and cleanliness verification to ensure our systems meet your specific cleanliness and throughput standards.
Our Promise To Quality
Every heavy-duty industrial parts washer we build is designed, fabricated, and tested at our Baltimore facility. Our engineering team ensures that every unit meets the mechanical and cleanliness standards demanded by heavy equipment manufacturers and rebuilders worldwide.
Our commitment doesn’t end at delivery; we provide training, field service, and process optimization support to ensure long-term system reliability.