Why My Golf Game and Your Parts Cleaning Have the Same Problem
I used to be a good golfer, 20 years ago I routinely shooting in the 80s, driving the ball 300 yards and ending where I aimed it (most of the time). Over the years I have aged, but my game is still good enough but not nearly what it once was, however last year I went down a spiral where I couldn’t break 100, often exceeding 110 strokes a round. What happened? I fell victim to the allure of seeking out endless Golf Digest articles and watching countless YouTube videos in search of that elusive perfect swing. Making that little adjustment, here and there that would suddenly fix all my problems. Next thing I know my swing is nothing like it was. in the words of Tin Cup “my swing fells like an unfolded lawn chair.”
Similarly, I have seen some customers take a once working cleaning process, and turn it into a frustrating and expensive struggle to get a clean part. It starts with one simple change, perhaps you need to increase volume so you increase the amount per basket, when parts are not perfect, you decide to add a little more chemical, then it does not rinse off well so you increase the flow rate of the rinse station, but then the heaters can’t keep up with the increased volume and you end up rinsing in cold water, and then drying stage is not effective and your parts come out wet and spotty. No matter what you do, you can’t get the parts they way you need them to be.
It's the same problem, the temptation to make continuous changes. In my relentless pursuit of golfing excellence, I have made countless tweaks to my swing, attempting to incorporate every tip and technique I come across. Similarly, you may find yourself constantly tweaking your parts cleaning process, hoping that each adjustment will bring you closer to perfection. However, this constant tinkering can disrupt the flow and consistency necessary for success.
In both golf and parts cleaning, straying from the fundamentals can lead to detrimental outcomes. Despite the importance of building a solid foundation based on core principles, the allure of novelty and innovation can often overshadow these fundamentals. I have experienced firsthand how straying from the basics can derail my golf game, and it's likely you have encountered similar challenges when exploring new cleaning methods or technologies.
Seeking guidance from experts is a shared characteristic between golf and parts cleaning. Just as a few lessons with a golf pro have helped me get my swing back in shape, experienced consultants can offer valuable insights and advice in the world of parts cleaning. Our expertise can help you navigate the complexities, avoid unnecessary detours, and streamline your path to success.
In conclusion, recognizing the parallels between my golf game and your parts cleaning process allows us to gain a fresh perspective on the challenges we face. Overthinking, constant adjustments, and losing sight of the fundamentals can hinder progress in both endeavors. However, by embracing a more focused and consistent approach, seeking expert guidance, and striking a balance between innovation and adherence to core principles, we can overcome these obstacles and achieve greater success in our respective pursuits. So, let's learn from each other's experiences, embrace simplicity, and work towards continuous improvement in both our golf games and parts cleaning processes.
