- Let your chemical representative know that you would like to visit. A visit to the plant should be scheduled at least 30 days in advance.
- Confirm a date that fits your travel plans and ensures Ver-tech staff availability.
- Confirm with us your travel details. Please provide us with the visitor names and how you will be traveling to the Ver-tech Plant. The closest airport is Minneapolis International, MSP.
- Plan to wear closed toe shoes for the tour. All visitors are given a safety briefing and provided with protective eyewear before touring the manufacturing areas.
- If there are any specific topics you would like covered while visiting please make those known prior to the visit.
- Have a great time – we look forward to meeting you!
- Did you know that the most current SDS for all of our products is available on our website?
- You can download or print any SDS by going to our Safety Data Sheet page on the website (located in the top navigation bar.)
- OSHA requires all employers with hazardous chemicals in their workplace must have up to date safety data sheets for their workers to access.
- Ver-tech Labs Safety Data Sheets are reviewed regularly and meet GHS OSHA compliance standards.
- Can’t find an SDS? Contact our technical team for further assistance.
- You can download and print VTL literature from our resources page.
- If you are in need of specific material you can also contact our marketing team.
- Looking for Safety Data Sheets (SDS), visit our SDS page.
- Visit our YouTube channel for videos about our products and chemical processes.
- Can’t find what you want? Please speak with your chemical representative.
- Schedule a 10-minute demonstration and Q&A session with our staff.
- Confirm with your chemical representative you would like to use our inventory app.
- Your chemical representative along with our app team will set your site up on the app with your customized product list and usage amounts.
- After you have created your account you are ready to start using and save time on your chemical inventory.
- If at any time you need to refresh your app training or have any questions, reach out to your chemical representative right away.
- Ver-tech Labs offers customized chemical certification training for multi-site operators and distributors.
- We offer a five-part chemical certification course covering safe handling of carwash chemicals, the five factors of cleaning, titration, chemical applications, and problem solving.
- Customized on-site training opportunities.
- Ver-tech will conduct training in the field for topics of choice for distributors and large multi-site operators.
- Custom training topics offered through remote videoconferences.
- Sometimes you just want a short session on a very specific topic. Our team can tailor an educational videoconference for your team members.
- Access to training material that you can use in your learning management system.
- All training material is shareable through Trainual. If you are using a different LMS, we can provide you with powerpoint decks and exams.
- We believe in marketing that supports your carwash.
- We provide consultative advice on industry trends and other strategies you may want to consider when marketing your carwash.
- We provide support on ordering custom signage for your carwash.
- We manufacture exceptional chemicals, not signs, therefore we have partnered with experts who will work with you on signage for your wash.
- We have print ready material you can use on websites, social media and around your carwash site highlighting specific products and applications.
- We support our customers through digital marketing.
- Through social media we are happy to highlight YouTube videos, testimonials and interviews that promote our customers.
- Lead times for orders are 3-5 business days, although in most cases orders are shipped within 1-2 business days after receiving.
- Shipping freight policies vary depending on quantity ordered.
- Orders of $4,000+ = FREE freight.
- Orders of $2,000 – $3,999 = customer pays 50% of the freight cost.
- Orders of $1,999 or less = customer pays full freight.
- Best practice to save on shipping is:
- Ordering at least 1x/month through your Ver-tech chemical representative.
- Filling the pallet with your order.
- Winter shipping conditions may affect transit times.
- Due to temperatures there may be times where carriers will NOT pick up liquid products during extreme temperatures.
- Communicate with your chemical rep and order with plenty of lead time during the winter months.
- Ver-tech offers a variety of ways to pay for invoices.
- Customers can be set up to pay by terms based upon approval.
- Customers can process payments online through our portal or mail in payment based upon customers preference.
- If paying online, you can visit our online portal which can be accessed from our website about page.
- You can process payment with bank or credit card information.
- If interested you can customize your payment options to automatically pay on date an invoice is process, on the date an invoice is due or to be paid on a certain day of the month.
- Speak with your Ver-tech representative for more information.
- When you are ready to place an additional product order you can reach out to your chemical representative.
- Orders are sent in by your chemical representative to our customer service team.
- Once an order is placed in our system a confirmation email will be sent to the appropriate parties.
- It is important to double check the order confirmation when received and ensure if any corrections need to be made that you contact our customer service or your sales rep right away.
- Ver-tech has customized titration kits available.
- Talk with your Ver-tech Labs representative and add on to any product order.
- Titration Kits are equipped with instructions on how to use but if additional training is needed, speak with your rep to schedule.
- Kits can be sensitive to cool temperatures. It is recommended to store your titration kit in a proper place to avoid damage to any titrants.
- You and your chemical representative will determine the products needed for installation.
- Prior to installation, you will be responsible for ensuring all dispensing equipment is in good working order.
- Chemical installation date will be set on an agreed upon date that works for both the site, the rep and shipping lead times.
- Chemicals will generally be shipped direct to the site.
- Products will be replaced on site and your rep will work on chemical adjustments and volumetrics for each product.
- You and your staff will be briefed on products, settings and where they can find safety data sheets.
- The Ver-tech chemical representative will schedule a follow up visit with you.
- A Ver-tech chemical representative is your partner when it comes to car washing.
- Your chemical rep is responsible for scheduling on-site visits at the frequency that best fits your wash.
- Order chemicals with the assistance of your chemical rep.
- Communicating with your rep is EASY, call, text, email and/or videoconference between visits if needed.
- Your chemical rep can also help you connect with our additional team members for training, marketing, lab resources and other consultative resources.
- You and your chemical representative will determine what products will be installed in your wash.
- Prior to installation, you will be responsible for ensuring the dispensing equipment is in good working order.
- Chemicals will generally be shipped to the site.
- Products will be replaced one at a time, from the front end of the wash. Once all products are online, adjustments will be made.
- You and your staff will be briefed by the chemical representative on products, settings, and where to find safety data sheets.
- The Ver-tech chemical representative will schedule a follow up visit with you.
- SCHEDULE A CALL with one of our regional car wash chemicals expert. Find the link under our CONTACT page on our website.
- You will be assigned a specific chemical representative who will schedule a phone call or pre-trial visit to your wash.
- The initial call and/or pre-trial visit is to understand your car wash, your goals, and if a chemical trial is the best option.
- Based upon the pre-trial visit, the chemical representative will discuss timing and duration of a chemical trial with you.
- Products for the chemical trial will be shipped to your site or delivered by your chemical representative.
- The Ver-tech chemical representative will install trial chemicals and discuss next steps.