Meet cGMP regulations and stringent cleaning validation standards with CIP detergents from Alconox Inc. Whether you use single pass or recirculation systems, Alconox can provide a detergent ideally suited for your CIP system. Click to watch our latest video to learn best practices for Clean in Place and how to choose the right CIP detergent for your application. Alconox CIP … [Read more...] about How to Choose a CIP Detergent
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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
Advanced Cleaning Mechanisms: Metallic Parts, Bath Monitoring
Q: We are using a bath of Alconox powder for cleaning several metallic parts. We have found that both the concentration of Alconox, along with a set duration brings about the correct end result. As the wash solution is created at the beginning of each working shift, a gradual ‘weakening’ of the process occurs. In some instances, we resort to manually replenishing the tank … [Read more...] about Advanced Cleaning Mechanisms: Metallic Parts, Bath Monitoring
Non-foaming vs. Low-foaming Detergent
Q. We just purchased Alcojet which is a low-foaming detergent. The one we used before was non-foaming detergent. What's the difference between "low" and "non" foam? Will Alcojet cause a foaming problem? A. Alcojet® Low Foaming Powdered Detergent is designed for use in automated cleaning applications that require no foaming problems. Alcojet detergent has an anti-foam agent … [Read more...] about Non-foaming vs. Low-foaming Detergent
Cleaning Titanium Dioxide from Tanks
Q: We are having trouble removing TiO2 from our stainless tank using our CIP system, no matter how much cleaner or temperature elevation we use. Can you please advise? A: Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is used as a pigment and pearlescent ingredient in many pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care tablets, creams, lotions, sunscreens, etc. When heated and mixed in stainless … [Read more...] about Cleaning Titanium Dioxide from Tanks