ULTRAMAX fundamental design principles prioritize the protection of people and the environment. Their unwavering commitment is cantered on solving parts cleaning challenges through water-based technology, eliminating the use of harmful solvents. These principles guide their projects and actions to ensure sustainability, safety, and environmental responsibility. Optimizing the efficiency and sustainability of aqueous parts washers involves …

TEN STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE THE SUSTAINABILITY, ENERGY EFFICIENCY, AND ECOLOGY OF YOUR PARTS CLEANING OPERATIONS Read More »

Industrial cleaning methods typically involve either solvent or aqueous cleaning. Solvents are effective at dissolving lubricants and tough soils but come with environmental and health risks, leading to strict regulations. Aqueous cleaning, particularly in metal cleaning, is the focus here, with more details available in our blog on Aqueous Cleaning Fundamentals. WHAT THE NECESSARY PROCESS …

AREA OF THOUGHT TO BUY IN WHEN SELECTING A PARTS WASHER Read More »

Selecting the right industrial parts washer can be a tailored process based on the specific application’s needs. Various types of aqueous cleaning equipment, including cabinets, conveyors, and immersion parts washers, exist for different purposes. While the equipment type varies, certain characteristics are universal. In this blog, we offer guidance on key part washer features and …

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Inspecting workpiece cleanliness is a vital part of the parts manufacturing process. It’s essential for maintaining high product quality and durability, especially in industries striving to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve vehicle powertrain assemblies. Complete assemblies, like engines or transmissions, require precise manufacturing and lubrication, making cleaning inspection crucial for controlling component cleanliness and …

EXAMINING THE TECHNICAL CLEANLINESS OF INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING PROCESSES Read More »

Cleanliness requirements and specifications play a pivotal role in manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality and reliability. To gain a comprehensive understanding of their significance and the challenges that can arise in adhering to these standards, several key aspects need to be considered: The Cleaning Process: A thorough comprehension of the cleaning process itself is essential. …

TROUBLES ACHIEVING CLEANLINESS REQUIREMENTS:  ANALYSIS Read More »

What is cleaning solution maintenance crucial? Cleaning solution maintenance is crucial for several reasons. The choice of scrubs and its concentration significantly impacts the stability and quality of cleaning results in water-based parts washing equipment. As the scrubs interacts with contaminants on parts, it gets depleted, and the concentration decreases, affecting cleaning quality. Moreover, removed …

UPKEEP OF THE CLEANING AGENT IN WATER-BASED COMPONENT WASHERS Read More »

Addressing contaminants in parts cleaning is crucial to maintaining the integrity and quality of components. Different contaminants require specific cleaning processes. Here’s how various contaminants are typically addressed: 1.            Metalworking Substances: These are removed using automatic parts washers with mild alkaline cleaners, moderate wash pressure, and temperatures ranging from 120–140°F. A rust inhibitor rinse may …

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THE APPROPRIATE PROCESS PARAMETER SELECTION Time of exposure Standard wash cycles typically range from 1 to 2 minutes for newly manufactured parts, while heavily soiled parts may necessitate more extended cycles lasting 15 to 20 minutes. The duration of the cycle is contingent upon the nature of the contaminants, and in cases involving particularly stubborn …

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