Clean in Place “Hacks” for Water Spots
A: A two-step cycle with a base followed by an acid, whether it be CIP cleaning or in a large scale liquid dispensing system washer, is a robust and, when needed, is a recommended process. Water spots typically occur because of two main mechanisms….
Going Green with Cold Cleaning
Q: We are a large biotech and in an effort to go green with our cleaning, we are exploring cold cleaning (cleaning with cold water) using your detergents. A: Cold cleaning is a very reasonable approach for energy conservation, and in short, its effectiveness depends on the details of the application.
Ultra high vacuum compatible cleaning
Q. Can Liquinox be used to remove residues from stainless steel for ultra high vacuum compatible cleaning? A. Yes, Liquinox has been used
Advanced Cleaning Mechanisms: Detergency and Concentration
Intuition, logic, and maybe even some experiences, can lead us to believe more detergent is better. These everyday experiences where it might apply include your washing machine, dishwasher, or even your hands in the bathroom sink. But, what is actually meant by better? This is where concentration and detergency come into play, terms you may see in our literature and documentation, as well as our responses and solutions to cleaning challenges.
Cleaning Clear Anodized Aluminum
Q. We are seeing white residue on clear anodized aluminum that we are cleaning with Detojet. Why is this happening and what can we do to prevent it?
A. There are a few reasons this may be happening.
Possible Reason 1: The Detojet® Low Foaming Liquid Detergent concentration may be too low in the wash cycle and the concentration of calcium, magnesium and iron too high in the water used. This would result…