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Automated cleaning system integrated into line

 User application article   Air bearing spindle maker has an automated, manufacturing line integrated, cleaning system, which has reduced cleaning cycle-time and the the number of different cleaning products used.

News from Banner Chemicals (15 May 2008)

Ultrasonic benchtop baths are easily controlled

Ultrawave has introduced a range of benchtop baths, which provides vastly improved process results, and has improved the ultrasonic activity within the tank.

News from Ultrawave (13 May 2008)

Solvent and aqueous degreasers reduce emissions

Kumi Solutions said that it has enjoyed record sales of Pero solvent and aqueous degreasing machines to UK based manufactures following UK's 2007 solvent regulations imposition.

News from Kumi Solutions (12 May 2008)

Wipes remove contamination from electrics

Electrical Power Wipes from Mykal have now been tested and approved for use in the cleaning of cables and cable jointings, as well as oil-filled switchgear  Brochure available  

News from Mykal Industries (23 April 2008)

Grit blasting machine brings work back in-house

 User application article   A wheel-type grit blasting machine from Wheelabrator has improved efficiency and reduced outsourcing at a gas cylinder refurbishing plant.  Brochure available  

News from Wheelabrator Group (21 April 2008)

Guyson to show advanced ultrasonics cleaning

Numerous productivity and performance improvements feature the Kerry ultrasonic Primewave generator to be shown at MACH 2008 by Guyson International.  Brochure available  

News from Guyson International (15 April 2008)

Military approves Ensolv vapour degreasing

An alternative medium to trichloroethylene for vapour degreasing by Enviro Tech has been approved under strict criteria following performance testing by a leading US military aerospace manufacturer.  Brochure available  

News from Enviro Tech Europe ( 7 April 2008)

Tests show solvent to be the safest

Manufacturter of Ensolv n-Propyl Bromide-based vapour degreasing solvent said that vitro human cell bioassay study is a far more reflective guide than animal testing.  Brochure available  

News from Enviro Tech Europe (26 March 2008)

Be vigilant when making degreasing choices

While users are keenly interested in the advantages of process cleaning, they can be confused by the amount of misinformation that seems forever presented to them, writes Derek Carpenter.  Brochure available  

News from Enviro Tech Europe (14 March 2008)

Aerospace again favours solvent cleaning

Rigorous performance testing has enabled a solvent cleaning product to become the favoured choice for former aerospace manufacturing users of the carcinogen trichloroethylene.  Brochure available  

News from Enviro Tech Europe (12 March 2008)

F1 engine blocks are precisely cleaned

 User application article   An ultrasonics solvent four stage operational cleaning unit carries out the precision cleaning of F1 engine blocks and other racing components.  Brochure available  

News from Guyson International (12 March 2008)

Wheel blast machines clean 600 tonnes steel/week

 User application article   The installation of the second wheel blast machine will provide a structural steel fabricator with the capability to blast 600 tonnes of steel/week and process 450 tonnes/week.  Brochure available  

News from Wheelabrator Group ( 5 March 2008)

Component cleaning systems are aqueous-based

 User application article   Metrology systems, sensors and probes manufacturer uses aqueous-based component cleaning systems, which enhance environmental performance.

News from MecWash Systems (29 February 2008)

Degreasing system removes lubricants, oils

 User application article   A degreasing system installed at a sheet metal pressed parts plant removes oil, lubricants and coolants from deep drawn parts, while achieving high cleanliness levels specified by its customers.

News from IB Industries (25 February 2008)

Aqueous part cleaning copes with complexity

 User application article   An aqueous-based component cleaning facility is achieving levels of cleanliness in aerospace parts that are surpassing expectations despite the ever growing complexity of component design.

News from Mecwash Systems (25 February 2008)

Polyurethane cleaner has lower VOC emissions

 User application article   Trials proved that a polyurethane cleaner was a viable alternative to methylene chloride for flushing mixing heads and offered several advantages including significantly lower VOC emissions.  Brochure available  

News from Mykal Industries (15 February 2008)

Blast cabinet designed for medical products

A stainless steel blast cabinet has been engineered for medical product manufacturers, where the introduction of ferrous contamination would be detrimental to production.  Brochure available  

News from Guyson International ( 8 February 2008)

Industrial washing system cleans deep small holes

 User application article   Cleaning 15mm deep-drilled 1mm diameter holes in brass is done by the combined rotary and swivelling movement of the load with injection flood wash, ultrasonics and vacuum drying.

News from Kingsbury Machine Tools ( 1 February 2008)

Ultrasonic cleaner is environmentally safe

A high performance aqueous cleaning agent for use in ultrasonic cleaning, effectively removes a buffing and polishing compounds, drawing and stamping oils, coolants and other metalworking fluids.  Brochure available  

News from Stowlin Croftshaw (30 January 2008)

Universal solvent degreaser meets EU regulations

 User application article   Degreasing machine has helped an second-tier automotive supplier to adhere to Solvent Emissions Directive regulations clean 2.5 tonnes of aluminium/day - 25% more than before.

News from Kumi Solutions (18 January 2008)

Wheel shot blast plant completes over 27,000h

 User application article   A 13-year-old wheel shot blast machine has completed more than 27,000 'blast hours' and is still proving its worth at a customer's steel plant said the manufacturer.  Brochure available  

News from Wheelabrator Group (11 January 2008)

Updating the use of trichloroethylene in factories

On the regulated use of trichloroethylene in European industry, Derek Carpenter writes that he had never seen more confusion resulting from the guidance given to users.  Brochure available  

News from Enviro Tech Europe ( 8 January 2008)

Compact blast unit cleans cutting tool parts

 User application article   Woodworking cutting tool manufacturer has equipped a service centre with a blast cleaning system for treating a wide variety of component sizes without using too much space.  Brochure available  

News from Guyson International ( 3 January 2008)

Using trichloroethylene safely for metals

Three European Trichloroethylene producers have signed a product stewardship charter aimed at ensuring the safe and sustainable use of trichloroethylene in metal cleaning.

News from SAFECHEM Europe (31 December 2007)

Shot blasting machine descales fabrications

A very large monorail shot blasting machine has 24 centrifugal blast wheels for descaling large fabrications used on racked excavators, wheeled loaders and compaction equipment before painting.  Brochure available  

News from Wheelabrator Group ( 6 December 2007)

Shot blast room strips rotor blades quicker

 User application article   A blastroom used to remove paint and other coatings from rotor blades during a reconditioning process is faster, provides a better quality and a more consistent finish.  Brochure available  

News from Wheelabrator Group ( 3 December 2007)

Upgrading shot blasting trebles efficiency

 User application article   Upgrading shot blasting machinery at a steel foundry has resulted in trebling of efficiency, increased output and improved blast performance.  Brochure available  

News from Wheelabrator Group (28 November 2007)

Trichloroethylene - is guidance biased?

 Technical background article   In essence the enforcement agencies are tasked with protecting solvent uses and say their advice is consistent and reliable - but are they biased or responsible asks Derek Carpenter.  Brochure available  

News from Enviro Tech Europe (20 November 2007)

Ultrasonics clean glass components safely

 User application article   Glass components manufacturer now uses an ultrasonic tank containing a safer cleaning fluid, followed by a water rinse to clean glass prisms of plaster and paint.  Brochure available  

News from Mykal Industries (20 November 2007)

Cleaning machine sales boosted in UK

The Solvent Emissions Directive have encouraged manufacturers to review their component cleaning and degreasing activities generating a growth in Durr equipment sales.

News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (20 November 2007)

Replacing HCFC in aerospace applications

Stowlin Croftshaw has introduced a high performance solvent cleaner that will remove difficult soils in open-top and vacuum vapour degreasers.  Brochure available  

News from Stowlin Croftshaw (13 November 2007)

Wet blast machine identifies surface defects

 User application article   A wet blast machine in a dedicated surface cleaning and preparation cell enables surface imperfections or cracks to be identified quickly and efficiently.

News from Vapormatt ( 2 November 2007)

Sealed degreaser handles 4 ton charges

 User application article   UK heat treatment business claims to be the first to respond to environmental legislation by installing a hermetically sealed solvent degreasing system taking a 4 ton charge weight.

News from IB Industries (31 October 2007)

Solvent cleaning fluid is non-hazardous

Yesterday - October 30 - was the Solvent Emissions Directive's deadline when users of chlorinated solvents have to conform or use non-hazaardous solvents.

News from QSCD (31 October 2007)

Washing system increases life

 User application article   The life of an innovative reusable packaging system is being increased and contamination removed by a wash, rinse and dry machine.  Brochure available  

News from Wheelabrator Group (18 October 2007)

Vacuum system handles approved solvents

A production vacuum cleaning system uses all worldwide-approved solvents while meeting emissions legislation and fire/explosion regulations.

News from Pero AG (15 October 2007)

Measuring static electricity in hazardous areas

Fraser Anti-Static has developed a unique instrument for measuring static electricity in hazardous areas, the new EX715 Static Meter, which is ATEX certified

News from Fraser Anti-Static Techniques ( 9 October 2007)

Measuring static in hazardous areas

The new EX715 Static Meter from Fraser Anti-Static is said to be a unique instrument for measuring static electricity in hazardous areas.

News from Fraser Anti-Static Techniques ( 8 October 2007)

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