The Wash Lab ep. 4: Why formulation chemists matter for carwash chemistry

In this episode of The Wash Lab, host Kyle Alexander sits down with Stuart Hammerschmidt of Shore Corporation to break down the difference between a chemist and a formulation chemist — and why that distinction matters for carwash operators. Hammerschmidt compares formulation chemistry to baking versus cooking, walks through how a nine-ingredient formula can yield 81 different combinations once water variables are factored in and demonstrates live how order of addition can be the difference between a clear, functional product and a cloudy mess. Hammerschmidt also explains why formulation chemists are mentored rather than taught, how AI is changing that mentorship model and what operators should look for when sourcing chemicals from suppliers. Carwash operators who work with formulation chemists get the right chemicals the first time — no shortcuts, no guesswork, just products built on proven experimentation. Follow us on socials! 📲 Instagram: @procarwashdetail https://www.instagram.com/procarwashd... Facebook: @PCDOnline   / pcdonline   LinkedIn: @procarwashdetail   / procarwashdetail