Q: How would we best clean shampoo from our tanks and piping lines? We find it is building up and formation of difficult to remove films and masses. A: While detergents/soaps like those found in shampoos are of course water soluble, the emollients, fragrances, and other components meant to be left behind (in your hair) can be quite a challenge to remove form equipment. … [Read more...] about How To Clean Shampoo from Tanks and Lines
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Alconox Inc. COVID-19 and Coronavirus
Relevant Coronavirus and COVID-19 disease TechNotes and recommendations: How to: Clean and Disinfect for Viruses and Other Pathogens Clean Before Sterilization (Disinfection) Cleaning Coveralls and Other Potentially Contaminated PPE Our supply chain, manufacturing, and distribution system in the US is thus far unaffected by COVID-19 or the Coronavirus. All of our … [Read more...] about Alconox Inc. COVID-19 and Coronavirus
How to: Clean 3D Printed Parts
Q. We need to clean 3D printed plastic parts made of methacrylate. We need to make sure it’s safe for the plastic, but also ensures all crevices are residue, resin and particle free for critically clean parts. A. The technology of 3D printing has revolutionized industries ranging from precision manufacturing and aerospace, to electronics and medical device manufacturing. … [Read more...] about How to: Clean 3D Printed Parts
Cleaning PTFE for High Voltage Applications
Q: We are a large manufacturing company looking to add a detergent step for bulk removing machining oils from our PTFE substrate for use in high voltage applications. Main concerns are leaving behind detergent and contaminant residues. What would you recommend? A: Liquinox® Critical Cleaning Liquid Detergent is the standard for parts with organic and oily residue that need … [Read more...] about Cleaning PTFE for High Voltage Applications
Cleaning of Alumina Ceramics
This TechNote on alumina ceramics cleaning was submitted by an industry colleague - John Hamlin from Industrial Info. Advanced technical ceramics are frequently being used as a replacement to metals, polymers, and refractory materials in various applications due to their properties like high temperature, hardness, and electrical resistance. They are used in car sensors … [Read more...] about Cleaning of Alumina Ceramics