How a motor control center defines tunnel reliability with Troy Huisman

In this episode of Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast, host Rich DiPaolo welcomes Troy Huisman, founder of Superior Control, for a deep dive into one of the most critical, yet least understood, parts of a tunnel: the motor control center. Huisman discusses the early gaps he saw in the carwash equipment world and what pushed him to design smarter, more responsive control solutions. He explains why a control panel often understands tunnel performance better than the operator and highlights the hidden inefficiencies his team uncovers at sites across the industry. The conversation explores the growing value of custom-built control systems and how they enhance uptime, throughput, and long-term reliability for each unique site. Huisman also breaks down where automation is delivering the biggest returns. Real-world examples illustrate how redesigned panels have transformed struggling tunnels into high-performing locations. The episode concludes with a look ahead at connected controls, remote diagnostics and the role “smart” motor control centers will play in the next generation of tunnel design.

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