Cleaning Trial Summary
Customer Objective
The customer was looking to improve their cleaning performance and reduce rework and reject rate.
Cleaning Trial Type
Temperature
Aqueous
Temperature
160⁰F
Industry
Time Required
Industry
OEM Manufacturing
Time Required
15 to 30 minutes
Segment
Substrate
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Steel
Soil
Drawing Lube, Oil
Description of Part(s)
Description of Part
Steel pipes/tubes
Cleaner Used
5% by volume ARMAKLEEN™ 4 in 1 NF Cleaner
Machine Used
Machine Used
- Spray Under Immersion Washer (Graymills T12, Graymills T24, SK 81.8 w/ SUI)
- Agitating Immersion Washer ( SK 81.8, Graymills T12, Graymills T24)
- Ultrasonic Washer (SK 6315)
Post Cleaning
Post Cleaning
Fresh water rinse followed by air pressure drying.
Recommendation to Customer
Recommendation
The ArmaKleen Technical Center recommended using 5% by volume ArmaKleen™ 4 in 1 Cleaner at 160⁰F in an Ultrasonic Washer, or a Spray Under Immersion Washer or an Agitating Immersion Washer for a minimum of 15 to 30 minutes.