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Cleaning Steel Parts for Battle Reenactment

Q: We reenact Civil War battles and need to clean the bayonets, rifles and assorted other metal parts.  We came across Alconox as a source for safely cleaning these important pieces.  The residues are largely rust and pine tar.  What would you recommend? A: Cleaning steel used in reenactments as you describe certainly helps in establishing the proper setting for the show.  … [Read more...] about Cleaning Steel Parts for Battle Reenactment

Cleaning Toothpaste from Mixing Tank

Q. We work with several cosmetic products.  One is particularly troublesome... how do we get toothpaste from our mixing tank? A. Removing toothpaste from a mixing tank, assuming stainless steel, requires heat.  Use of an effective, free-rinsing detergent such as Solujet® Low-Foaming Phosphate-Free Liquid, or Keylajet® Low-foaming Chelating High Alkaline Liquid if a … [Read more...] about Cleaning Toothpaste from Mixing Tank

How to Make a 1% Solution

Learn the proper way to make a 1% detergent solution by following these four simple steps. To make a 2% detergent solution, simply double up the amount! Alconox Inc. aqueous detergents are sold in concentrate. To use, dilute according to package instructions. Most Alconox Inc. products require only a 1-2% dilution for optimal use. For further detail on how to make a 1% … [Read more...] about How to Make a 1% Solution

3D Printing: Cleaning Residues on Complex Geometries

This TechNote on cleaning residues on complex geometries of 3D printed parts was submitted by an industry colleague –  Joe Schuttert from Vacuum Process Systems LLC. The technique of 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, allows for the production of complex geometries, both metallic and polymer, that a few years ago designers could only dream of. However, these … [Read more...] about 3D Printing: Cleaning Residues on Complex Geometries