Ehrle HSC Range

Ehrle’s HSC series are models of professional-grade hot-water cabinet pressure washers. Not only capable of heating water to 98°C and pressures of 180BAR (HSC1140), they can also store cleaning equipment and chemicals on and within themselves, making them high-pressure, high-performance cleaning hubs.

Why would I want a pressure washer that doesn’t move!?

It is wrong to assume that a mobile pressure washer, due to its manoeuvrability, boasts greater utility. Where a mobile pressure washer certainly allows you to move between locations to clean (so long as there is suitable power and water supplies), the HSC is right where you left it. Moreover, the cabinet design and strength of the structure facilitates a range of cleaning equipment setup and storage configurations.

An Ehrle HSC, with its cabinet design, has space for internal storage and external fixtures. For example, internally an HSC can store its 60L diesel tank and 2x20L chemical tanks. And, externally, it is possible to attach hose reels and/or lance and gun holders to their walls or other suitable, nearby structures, giving you plenty of options to optimise your setup (we are also happy to assess, advise and suggest configurations too!). 

Who needs an Ehrle HSC?

There is by no means a one-size-fits-all solution. However, we have found the HSC range is particularly popular among hauliers and food factories that require exceptional hygiene-cleanliness levels. Why this is the case varies. However, it tends to be because these companies have dedicated spaces for (or that need) cleaning. Therefore, an HSC can typically be placed at the heart of these spaces and left primed and ready for use. 

HSCs are also favoured by these industries as they not only clean at high temperatures, but they utilise high-pressure chemical dosing, with dual-detergent capabilities. What this means is that the user can switch between or mix two cleaning chemicals easily, and apply them at high pressures. For example, when cleaning in a food factory you may utilise a detergent to clean down the workspace and equipment, before finishing it off with a disinfectant. The HSC facilitates this with a simple turning of a metring valve.

Which HSC should I get, and how can I get one?

The HSC range is much more condensed than other ranges with the HSC823, 1140 and 1240 making up the entire collection (excluding some alternatively powered models). A primary consideration, therefore, becomes electrical supply. The 823 requires only a mains 230V supply, while the 1140 and 1240 require a three-phase 415v supply.

There are many things to bear in mind, and we would be more than happy to discuss your needs. Therefore, for specifics and advice, we would recommend getting in touch via the Facebook Messenger app, the phone (01652) 659759 or email .

Modification

We are often asked by our customers to modify and optimise their HSC pressure washers. For instance, with the upgrade of pump and motor units, we are able to greatly increase the power of HSCs so that they can support twin-gun set-ups. Doing this is a cost-effective means of doubling the cleaning potential of your pressure washer.

Installation

Here at Idropower, we can install your HSC for you. Generally, in the run-up to purchasing or hiring an HSC, we will discuss and assess your needs and the (possible) location(s) for your HSC. We can then install the HSC to those suggestions/requests. 

Standard or INOX?

The performance specification remains the same between standard and INOX. Instead, the difference is in the build materials. Where the standard HSC’s body is powder-coated, the INOX is stainless steel. Therefore, the primary consideration is whether stainless steel is something you need. For example, the INOXs stainless steel build is favoured for food hygiene. 

Specification comparison table

•  Robust, corrosion-resistant, self-supporting device chassis made from galvanised steel and powder-coated (Option INOX: device-chassis made out of stainless steel), suitable for floor installation.
• Triplex piston pump with brass pump head, nickel-plated, high-performance ceramic piston and stainless steel valves.
• Leakage return.
• Etronic II - Controls: Start-Stop system with switch-off delay, total-switch-off after 20min, OPH counter with service information, optical flame monitoring and photoelectric cell and fault indicator-light.
• 2 motors system (independent of the direction of rotation) separately for high-pressure pump and heating.
• Unloader safety-valve with infinitely variable pressure and quantity regulation.
• Integrated diesel tank 60L.
• Separate pace for 2x20L cleaning detergent container with remote activation.
• 2 different operating control levels.
• Robust rotary On/Off switches for high-pressure pump, heating and detergent.
• 7.5m connection cable.