NorthBay Equipment Service & Sales

3647 Standish Ave, Santa Rosa, CA, United States of America, 95407

March 1, 2026

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To truly get something “clean” requires a detergent to break the bond between the debris and the surface. When used properly, detergent speeds up the overall process, reduces the amount of water used, and provides a much cleaner surface.

March 1, 2026

The HOT-sy Summer Sale is ON!

Sizzling Savings on popular Hot Water pressures so BIG & BRIGHT you're going to need shades! 

Farmers, Ranchers and Vintners Rely on Hotsy for their vineyard equipment cleaning needs as there is only one pressure washer tough enough to handle the job – Hotsy. Since 1970, Hotsy has manufactured pressure washers rugged enough to meet the intense demands of those in the agriculture industry. With the great outdoors as your office, farmers know dirt, mud and muck are just part of the daily routine. 

 

Check out our incredible sale this season and recieve $500 OFF select models!

 

 

March 1, 2026

SAVE WATER - CLEAN & SANITIZE with STEAM

Did you know that steam allows for better cleaning? First, it penetrate crevices and detailed corners of a tank or barrel better than water. Second, the steam kills bacteria, fungus and germs without using harsh chemicals. Steam sanitizes creating an environment free of contaminates that could effect the wine. And third, you’re saving a lot of water in the environment - especially for those drought stricken regions, and the water is not being thrown back with soap in the drain system or rivers. 

Give us a call to discuss how you can use steam to reduce your water usage when sanitizing barrels and equipment.

March 1, 2026

Reduce Water While Cleaning

Hotsy Pacific is proud to introduce a new addition to our line of top quality cleaning products - the Karcher Scrubber drier BR 30/12 Bp

Karcher is taking efficiency to the next level offering multiple settings including an environmentally friendly setting that utilizes energy and resources intelligently and efficiently. This setting reduces water consumption, resulting in less waste water. It also features an extended run time mode, increasing operation by 50%, and reducing noise by approximately 40%.

It's integrated sweep bin, allows the BR 35/12 C Bp to conveniently sweep, scrub and vacuum up small debris and waste water with one pass over floors making this unit a must have for winery cellar, production & high traffic tasting room areas.

 

March 1, 2026

Hotsy Takes it ALL Off!

Vineyard & grape growers have learned to trust only one name in high-pressure cleaning equipment – Hotsy! When it comes to cleaning harvesters, crushers, destemmers, bottling lines and tanks, a Hotsy hot water pressure washer rises to the task. Hot water cleaning is highly effective, and actually speeds your cleaning.

There are a number of Hotsy pressure washers that are popular with wineries. Many use portable LP Gas-Fired models to move easily around equipment, while others choose a stationary machine. We are experts at matching equipment to your needs, so you don’t have to make the decision on your own.

We at Hotsy Pacific can suggest many additional items to help you clean more effectively. For instance, we offer the Gamajet cleaning system which is ideal for cleaning inside barrels and tanks. A surface cleaner quickly washes flat surfaces, like concrete floors stained with grape juice.

March 1, 2026

SAVE WATER - CLEAN & SANITIZE with STEAM

Did you know that steam allows for better cleaning? First, it penetrate crevices and detailed corners of a tank or barrel better than water. Second, the steam kills bacteria, fungus and germs without using harsh chemicals. Steam sanitizes creating an environment free of contaminates that could effect the wine. And third, you’re saving a lot of water in the environment - especially for those drought stricken regions, and the water is not being thrown back with soap in the drain system or rivers. 

Hotsy Pacific introduces the Barrel Steam Wand accessory for the Optima Steamer line of products used to sanitize wooden barrels.

Since the all-stainless-steel Optima Steamer DMS (DSS) and EST-S models have launched in 2012, we have received many requests for a wand built specifically for steam. Existing products on the market were originally made for high pressure washers and couldn’t accommodate the specific needs for steam which is low flow and pressure. 

The Barrel Steam Wand is carefully designed to maximize the performance of the Optima Steamer to save steaming time while achieving the right temperature to remove unwanted micro-organisms. It features a stable & self-standing rack and a digital temperature display to let users know when sanitation is complete. With the new wand, internal barrel temperature reaches 230°F just in minutes. With the right steam machine and the right tool, barrel sanitation will become an easy task.

A new oak barrel costs about $800~1,500. Moreover, if a barrel is suspected to have a trace of Brett, they cannot risk using it for aging wine as this could lead to a catastrophe of spoiling the entire batch. Steam treating barrels can potentially save wineries tens of thousand dollars if not millions. In addition to steam’s natural sanitizing power, steam uses a fraction of water to achieve similar or better efficacy. Organic wastewater management is another costly expense for food and beverage production facilities. Local authorities closely monitor the BOD (biochemical oxygen demand) level of wastewater originating from such facilities as part of the Clean Water Act enforcement. Since the steam cleaning process produces very little or no wastewater, this also leads to saving time, hassle and money. 

CLICK ON THE BELOW VIDEO TO SEE IT ACTION:

 

March 1, 2026

Reduce Water While Cleaning

Hotsy Pacific is proud to introduce a new addition to our line of top quality cleaning products - the Karcher Scrubber drier BR 30/12 Bp

Karcher is taking efficiency to the next level offering multiple settings including an environmentally friendly setting that utilizes energy and resources intelligently and efficiently. This setting reduces water consumption, resulting in less waste water. It also features an extended run time mode, increasing operation by 50%, and reducing noise by approximately 40%.

It's integrated sweep bin, allows the BR 35/12 C Bp to conveniently sweep, scrub and vacuum up small debris and waste water with one pass over floors making this unit a must have for winery cellar, production & high traffic tasting room areas.

 

 

March 1, 2026

Required to reduce water by 25% or more?

Now is the time to investigate options and establish a plan for meeting water reduction mandates.

Hotsy Pacific has been providing water reduction solutions for almost 30 years. Services include consulting all the way to full implementation and any of the equipment needed in between.

 

We can help you with system improvements that will enable you to use less water, or capture the water you're using for recycling and re-use.

We have turn-key water treatment systems in stock, or we can scope, design and manufacture a system for you. 

 

Here are just a few of the areas where we can help you to improve your water efficiency.

 

 

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March 1, 2026

What will happen when you're required to reduce water by 25% or more?

Now is the time to investigate options and establish a plan for meeting water reduction mandates.

 

 

Hotsy Pacific has been providing water reduction solutions for almost 30 years. Services include consulting all the way to full implementation and any of the equipment needed in between.

 

We can help you with system improvements that will enable you to use less water, or capture the water you're using for recycling and re-use.

We have turn-key water treatment systems in stock, or we can scope, design and manufacture a system for you. 

 

Here are just a few of the areas where we can help you to improve your water efficiency. 

 

March 1, 2026

Steam vs Hot Water Pressure Washing

Steam vs Hot Water Pressure Washing

There are misconceptions on the differences between steamers and hot water pressure washers and many times operators and purchasers refer to them interchangeably which adds to the confusion. It starts with the fact that steam technology and its use as a cleaning vehicle has been around much longer than pressure washing. Thus the term steamer or steam cleaner has carried through to hot water pressure washing. Given that the word steamer is also widely use in other industries and as an appliance to take out wrinkles in clothing we thought we clear things up a bit.

Both technologies serve different cleaning needs and the benefits and advantages need to be examined thoroughly. In some instances both are needed to complete a cleaning task efficiency and thoroughly.

Hot water pressure washing uses the volume of the water to move the debris, similar to a broom. The pressure is used to dislodge or break the adhesion of dirt and debris from the surface and hot water cuts through grease and oils to speed up the process.

Steam on the other hand uses the steam's expansion to accelerate water droplets, at the boiling point, to a high velocity to loosen the dirt and debris from the surface. The closer the steam cleaner's nozzle is to the surface to be cleaned, the higher the temperature and velocity of the water/steam mixture, and the more rapid the cleaning action.

There are numerous factors to consider so to determine which process best fits your application contact us to discuss further.

 

BMPs Best Management Practices

Each month we provide industry and department specific Best Management Practices. 

Fruit and Vegetable Processing - Washing Operations

  • Use vibration and air to help clear fruit and vegetable of debris and dirt before fluming or washing 
  • Use brushes to clean produce 
  • Spray wash instead of submerging fruit and vegetables to wash them 
  • Use counter current washing 
  • Reduce overflow 
  • Use can cooling water for first flush water
     

 

Latest Mandates

State Reduces Water Use by Nearly 29 Percent in Advance of June Conservation Mandates

July 1, 2015 - As the State continues to experience near-record and record hot conditions, increasing the severity of the drought's effects on communities, agriculture and the environment, California's urban water suppliers reported the highest level of conservation achieved to date for the month of May. Read more

Drought Conditions Force Difficult Management Decisions For Sacramento River Temperatures

June 16, 2015 - State and federal officials today announced the outlines of a revised plan for managing water flows in the Sacramento River for cities and farms while keeping enough cold water in Shasta Reservoir to avoid high temperatures in the river that could be catastrophic for endangered winter-run Chinook salmon. 

The Sacramento River Temperature Management Plan, which is required annually, guides the release of water from Shasta Reservoir to maintain healthy fisheries during the summer and fall, when water temperatures rise. In this fourth year of extended drought, with low reservoir storage levels and higher-than-normal predicted summer temperatures, the plan seeks to prevent another catastrophic loss of this year's class of juvenile salmon. 

Federal and state fish agencies believe such a loss would have devastating impacts to the long-term viability of this important species of native salmon. Read more

 

 

Water Saving Tips

 

Any one of these can save between 10 to 100's of gallons per week

 

Remove debris from the floor prior to scrubbing.

Install auto shut off timers on applicable hoses.

Fix/Repair leaks completely and thoroughly

 

March 1, 2026

Top Five Myths for Water Treatment Systems

Myth #5 - Maintenance is not required

Water treatment systems vary in size, type, and treatment level but regardless of the system, as is the case with any equipment with moving parts, maintenance is required. In addition, constant monitoring is necessary to insure that the desired water quality is achieved. Assigning the responsibility and creating a log sheet of readings is a great way to insure that monitoring is being completed on a regular basis. Preventive maintenance programs when completed on a regular basis will reduce down time and costly repairs. 

 

Myth #4 - Off the Shelf Systems Will Meet your Needs

Water treatment systems vary in size, type, and treatment level. Most companies have numerous types of treatment systems available. Determining what system will work best for your application requires some expertise and testing of your waste stream. 

Most successful systems utilize a combination of technologies to accomplish successful recycling. Too often, a company will purchase a packaged treatment system only to find it does not meet the needs of their operation. 

To be successful may require a pretreatment solution, a treatment solution, and a post treatment solution. The best way to insure success is to work with a company that is deep in knowledge of handling waste water solutions. Testing of the water and designing a system specific to your application is the only recipe for success.

 

Myth # 3- Potable (Drinkable) Water can not be achieved using Recycle Water

Potable (Drinkable) water can be achieved from Recycled Water by incorporating different technologies with steps which include ozone, ultraviolet disinfection, and carbon filtering.   Typically the final step involves membrane filtration.

The systems are normally only cost effective when there is a shortage of potable water readily available or the value of conserving water is considerable to the individual or company.

 

 

Keep an eye out for the top 2 Myths!

 

March 1, 2026

Water Treatment, Recovery and Reuse

Water has become the most regulated, costly, and misused resource within companies. It is also the area where the most efficiency can be gained.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 Improve cost control, boost productivity, extend equipment life

Optimizing these improves cost control, boosts productivity and safety, and often extends equipment life as well. Wash water recycling not only saves money in sewer costs, it may also eliminate potential fines and regulatory litigation.

 

Servicing all industries

Water recovery systems capture up to 75% of waste water. Water treatment systems will remove pollutants from wash water, like iron, nitrate, sulfates and sodium, all of which contaminate well water, lakes and streams.

 

At Hotsy Pacific, we sell, service and repair a wide variety of water recycling and water treatment systems that recoup up to 75% of waste water in applications and industries such as Food Cleaning; Equipment and parts cleaning; food processing; Tank Cleaning.


Water Treatment is a broad term and can be as simple as filtration or complex as waste water recovery and treatment for re-use. In addition there are multiple processes and systems required to accomplish a desired outcome.

The following are key components to determine the correct system and size:

waterTreatmentDiagram

 

March 1, 2026

Let's Talk about Your Facility's Floor Care
The floor of any facility is the resource that is used the most. Yet it's the one that is considered the least. Oddly enough floor care is also the area where cleaning occupies (and wastes!) the most time, energy and water.
 
We offer a wide range of solutions designed to improve cost control, boosts productivity, and maximize useful life.

 

Here are a few key items to consider in determining the right machine for your needs.
  1. Surface Type
  2. Inside or Outside
  3. Square footage
  4. Frequency of cleaning
  5. Desired outcome (reduce water, clean faster, clean more thoroughly)
  6. Available drainage and city restrictions
Surface Cleaner
Dramatically reduces cleaning times and labor required for the cleaning process. Cleans 40 square feet in one minute that would take 8 minutes using a standard spray wand.
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Floor Scrubbers
Models range from compact scrubbers to ride on units, all designed to make cleaning as simple and convenient as possible.
Click Here to view the most popular model.
 
 
 

 

 

12 Months Same as Cash – No Payments or Interest

Purchase Equipment today and 12 months from now you will receive a bill.*

Zero Down - Zero Interest - Zero Payments

The best part is in one year you can choose to finance the purchase or a portion of it and roll the balance into monthly  payments.

No prepayment penalties apply at any time during the period.

Now that is a fair deal and a great way to manage funds.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW

*available to businesses under current ownership for at least 3 years and with credit approval.  Offer valid in U.S. only. Offer expires August 31, 2017

March 1, 2026

A Twist on "Business as Usual"

In today’s unprecedented times, we wanted to address questions you may have regarding how Hotsy Pacific & NorthBay Equipment will be conducting business and the availability of disinfecting products and accessories.

 

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March 1, 2026

Reactive vs Scheduled Maintenance – Which is better?

Companies that rely on equipment typically employ either a reactive or preventive approach to maintenance. Reactive maintenance is fixing things when they break. This approach can sometimes save money short term but often ends up costing even more in the long run. Scheduled maintenance is a planned program where maintenance tasks are conducted routinely to avoid larger, more costly fixes in the future.

Here are 5 reasons why the preventive approach yields better overall returns: 

  1. Cost Savings - Companies that rely solely on reactive maintenance are essentially waiting for a problem to happen, and this can often be a costly move. Unplanned downtime can result in idle employees, halting the production line, missed deadlines, and – for property managers of hotels, resorts, school campuses and other consumer facing industries – long-term damage to their brand and image.

    An unexpected failure can result in having extra costs including overtime charges for technicians and expedite fees for overnight delivery of parts. A scheduled maintenance program is designed to avoid these types of repairs by replacing worn parts before they break. Efforts should be focused on preventing equipment failure rather than emergency fixes. Maintaining equipment is less costly and quicker than large repairs.

  2. Improved Safety - When equipment isn’t working in optimal condition, it creates many hazards, unsafe working conditions and even emergency situations where workers are injured. Scheduled maintenance improves the safety of equipment and therefore the safety of company workers resulting in fewer on the job injuries and accidents.

  3. Decreased Equipment Downtime - While almost all maintenance tasks require some equipment downtime, a scheduled maintenance program can decrease and optimize that downtime. For example, a company doesn’t experience unexpected downtime as much as if they were to rely solely on reactive maintenance. Decreasing equipment downtime is a benefit that saves time in maintenance and day-to-day operations.

  4. Improved Reliability - Scheduled maintenance can also help a company to be a more reliable business partner. Customers can count on a company to deliver products, materials, or service on time, without unnecessary delays. By always offering a reliable product or service, a company can enhance its customer service and improve its reputation.

  5. Preservation of Assets - Most equipment these days is certainly not cheap, but the better a company cares for its equipment, the longer it will last. Scheduled maintenance will prolong the life of equipment so a company can get more hours out the equipment, resulting in reduced costs and increased profit.

    The numerous benefits of preventive maintenance has caused many maintenance managers to shift from reactive maintenance to a regular, routine scheduled maintenance plan meant to prevent problems and optimize equipment. Scheduled maintenance is the best option for companies that want to succeed long term.

March 1, 2026

Water Treatment Technologies – How to Choose

Water has become the most regulated, costly, and misused resource within companies.
It is also the area where the most efficiency can be gained.

A basic understanding of each technology along with working with a qualified professional will insure that the water treatment system provides the desired results.

Read the full article here

March 1, 2026

Specialized “Wands” Solve Cleaning Challenges


When it comes to those difficult cleaning jobs, having these specialized “wands” in your cleaning arsenal are the ideal solution to making your pressure washers even more effective!

Slippery engine grease and oil on your shop floor. Caked-on mud under your truck. Dirt and other unsanitary “stuff” building up in hard-to-reach areas. By using specially-designed pressure washer “wands” to easily reach tough-to-clean places, you can make your job easier, faster, and even safer.

https://hotsypacific.net/specialized-wands-solve-cleaning-challenges/

March 1, 2026

Wet vs Dry Steam – Which One Is Best?

Choose Wisely for Best Results

Although ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ are both steams, it’s essential to choose the right type to ensure best results, and avoid causing problems for equipment, operators, and worker safety.  An understanding of the difference and performance of each will make it easy to determine which is the best solution for your company’s cleaning and sanitation needs.

Not All Steam Is the Same

Wet steam is produced by heating water in a flow through coil to over 212 degrees.

It produces more volume at the outlet to move debris off surfaces and away from the area. Steam cleaners are the most common use of wet steam, which quickly condenses back to water.

Dry steam, also known as saturated steam, is produced by heating water in a closed chamber.

Dry steam is the gaseous form of water that is able to carry heat and can travel around obstacles and reach areas that wet steam cannot.

Choose Based on Results

Your choice is determined by:

  • What you’re cleaning
  • The desired results
  • The cleaning environment

When your goal is to save water and sanitize the area, or you need to reach hard-to-access areas, then dry steam is your best choice.

Common uses for dry steam include:

  • Barrel cleaning
  • Food prep cleaning and sanitizing
  • Conveyor line sanitizing
  • Auto detailing
  • Effective in removing bacteria, mold, yeast and fungi

When you are cleaning debris from surfaces and water consumption is less of an issue, then wet steam is the smart choice.

Common uses for wet steam include:

  • Removal of grease, oil, and residues
  • Removal of other unsanitary build-ups

Both wet steam and dry steam enable you to clean virtually anything and anywhere.

The convenience of being able to clean in place, save money by conserving water, and create a safe and clean environment for your operations and employees makes steam the smart choice!


For more information on the right steam cleaning solution for your business...



March 1, 2026

What You Don’t See on Your Floor Could Be Dangerous

Bacteria. Grime. Oil. Spillage.

Your floor is constantly in use, and yet often one of the most neglected parts of your workplace. And it’s what you don’t see that could put your business at risk.

If you’re still scrubbing floors with a mop or an old scrubber, it’s time to step up to a safer and better way…

Dirty floors are bad news and can cost you in different ways. Did you know there are over 10 types of harmful bacteria that can adversely impact people’s health? On top of that, spillage, grime, and other materials can create slippage hazards, as well as lots of places for bacteria to hide and grow.

Another surprise! Even if you have a commercial floor scrubber, it may be costing you time, energy and water, and failing to really deep clean.

Why set yourself up for trouble, water waste and costs?

With our state-of-the art Kärcher Floor Scrubbers and Floor Sweepers that set the industry standards for innovation, efficiency, and being easy to operate, you can:

  • Optimize cleanliness
  • Improve cost controls
  • Boost productivity

You can Rent or Purchase!

We offer a wide range of Kärcher floor scrubbers and sweepers in the Bay Area that are perfect for deep-cleaning, maintaining and polishing floors while also optimizing water reduction. Available in both cylindrical and disc styles, your specific environment and the debris you need to clean will determine the size machine and brush style that will save you the most time, labor and money.

Serving the Bay Area with locations in Santa Rosa, Hayward, and Modesto, we offer Kärcher floor scrubbers, sweepers, cleaners, maintenance, accessories, parts and service.

Contact Us


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March 1, 2026

Hotsy Santa Rosa – Name Change

At Hotsy Santa Rosa we do more than sell and repair Hotsy pressure washers.

The new logo has been developed to communicate our full-service capabilities and product lines used for years by cleaning and disinfecting professionals.

Many of our customers do not realize that we sell and service numerous types of sanitation and disinfecting equipment in addition to other brands of pressure washers, and a complete line of cleaning accessories, disinfectants, and detergents.

As a 35 plus year Hotsy dealer we understand the value and trust the Hotsy brand has in the market place and will use Hotsy NorthBay for search and marketing materials and continue as a authorized All-Star dealer.

Contact information remains the same but soon you will hear our phone answered NorthBay Equipment Service and Sales. Depending on inbound call routing you may also hear Hotsy Pacific but rest assured, anyone that answers will be able to assist.

https://hotsypacific.net/hotsy-santa-rosa-has-a-new-logo/