An automated hoist is probably the most commonly used means of moving parts through the steps of an automated immersion cleaning process. These hoists come in almost unlimited variations but have in common that they can move a basket or rack of parts in two dimensions along the axis of a multi-station cleaning system. Although the hoist suspension can …
As in nearly any decision making process, one must consider the options available and the pros and cons of each for industrial parts cleaning automation. The next few blogs will describe some of the automation options that are available for industrial parts cleaning along with their benefits and potential shortfalls. Walking beams and “pushers” have …
This series of blogs about automation will address automation as an “add-on” or accessory to an existing or planned cleaning system. In many cleaning systems, automation, or at least partial automation, is an integral part of the system as it is required for effective cleaning process. This is especially true of spray washers which often rely …
Many cleaning systems are automated. There are a number of benefits that can be realized through automation – Reduced labor cost Increased throughput Improved process consistency Reduced Labor Cost The cleaning process is inherently labor intensive. Parts to be cleaned must be prepared and fixtured or put into suitable carriers. They must then be moved …
The ultimate “closed-loop” cleaning system would produce no effluents requiring disposal. In many manufacturing facilities, disposing of waste liquid containing chemicals and other contaminants removed from parts being cleaned is either very costly or just not possible using municipal sewer or other available facilities. Even in the best cases, most cleaning system effluents require pre-treatment prior …
The blog about maximizing the effect of multiple frequency ultrasonics explained in some detail the mechanics of cleaning using multiple ultrasonic frequencies and the benefits of sequencing through a series of frequencies multiple times to achieve maximum cleaning effect. This blog will further explore these benefits especially in cases where extended exposure of a part …
As described in a preceding blog, changing ultrasonic frequency has a demonstrated effect on the size of particles removed from a contaminated surface depending on frequency. Low frequencies produce large cavitation bubbles which implode with high energy. High energy implosions are able to dislodge relatively large particles from a surface. Higher frequencies produce smaller cavitation …
Note – The following blog is adapted from a paper recently written by Timothy Piazza, President of Blackstone-NEY ultrasonics and is re-printed here with his permission. This would probably be a good time to mention that guest blogs or suggestions for blog topics are always welcome. My email is jfuchs@ctgclean.com. FJF Blackstone~NEY Ultrasonics – Sweep …
My previous blog addressed the chemical cost of using too much (or perhaps too little) “soap” in a cleaning process based on chemical cost. Today we look at process issues. You might be saying, “What the heck? So I use too much chemical. Soap is cheap and I look at it as “insurance”.” Well, that “insurance” …
I have talked before on the blog about the subject of chemical concentration and its relationship to cleaning. A couple of recent incidents prompt me to re-address the subject of chemical concentration but from a little different angle. It’s a “no-brainer” that cleaning chemicals are expensive and, with the possible exception of heat and labor, …
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