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Before
After Picture
After

Cleaning Trial Summary

 

The customer was looking to improve their cleaning performance and reduce rework and reject rate.

Cleaning Trial Type
Temperature
Foam Residue
160°F
Industry
Time Required
Carpet Manufacturing
2 hours
Segment
Substrate
Furniture Manufacturing
Aluminum, Steel
Soil
Foam Residue
Description of Part(s)
Mixer
Cleaner Used
Machine Used

Ultrasonic Washer (Blackstone model SK 6315)

Post Cleaning

Fresh water rinse followed by air pressuring drying.  A putty knife was used to remove foam from the impellers during the fresh water rinse.  A nylon bristle brush was used to remove foam from the shaft during the fresh water rinse.

Recommendation to Customer

The ArmaKleen Technical Center recommended using 100% by volume ArmaKleen™ Paint and Ink Remover at 160°F in an Ultrasonic Washer for a minimum of 2 hours.