Ryko

12 touchless car wash locations using Ryko equipment

Ryko Solutions, headquartered in Grimes, Iowa, is one of the most established names in the North American car wash industry with a comprehensive product portfolio spanning touchless, friction, and tunnel wash systems. Their SoftGloss and Radius touchless lines are engineered for precision water delivery and advanced chemical application, delivering consistent results across a broad range of vehicle types. Ryko is especially well-regarded among petroleum and convenience store operators for their integrated payment and marketing systems that tie directly into wash equipment.

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History of Ryko

Ryko was founded in 1973 in Grimes, Iowa, and quickly became one of the dominant forces in the automatic car wash equipment market. The company pioneered many features now considered standard in the industry, including computerized wash controls and integrated customer payment systems. Ryko changed ownership several times over the decades, including a period under National Carwash Solutions (NCS), which also brought the Macneil and Cleaning Systems Inc. brands under one umbrella. Despite ownership changes, Ryko equipment remains widely installed at thousands of locations across North America, and their SoftGloss line continues to be a staple in the touchless market.

What Makes Ryko Different

✓Precision-aimed high-pressure wash nozzles with variable angle positioning

✓Multi-stage chemical application system with pre-soak, detergent, and clear coat options

✓Integrated payment and customer interface systems for seamless operation

✓SoftGloss friction-free cleaning technology for a glossy, spot-free finish

✓Compact overhead gantry design that fits standard in-bay dimensions

✓Remote monitoring and diagnostic capabilities for fleet operators

Ryko Models

SoftGloss

2 locations

SoftGloss Maxx

3 locations

Radius

7 locations

Car Washes Using Ryko

Fleet Farm Car Wash

Ankeny, Iowa

SoftGloss

Ottawa Auto Spa

Ottawa, Illinois

Radius

Nob Hill Car Wash

Alameda, California

Radius

Shell

Pacific, Washington

SoftGloss Maxx

Washie Car Wash - Touchless and Self Service

Orlando, Florida

Radius

Airway Avenue Car Wash

Kingman, Arizona

SoftGloss

Squeaky Clean South

Austin, Texas

Radius

Aqua-Tech Car Wash

Davenport, Iowa

Radius

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Ryko car washes different?

Ryko manufactures specialized touchless car wash equipment with unique engineering and wash chemistry. Each brand has its own approach to water pressure, detergent application, and drying systems that affect the overall wash quality.

How many car washes use Ryko equipment?

We currently list 12 touchless car wash locations using Ryko equipment in our directory. This number is regularly updated as we add new locations.

Can I search for a specific Ryko model?

Yes! We track specific equipment models when available. Browse the models section above to find car washes using a particular Ryko system.