Innovation in industrial metal surface cleaning
In the field of industrial surface cleaning, aqueous-alkaline cleaners have long dominated the pre-treatment of metals. These cleaners combine builders, surfactants and additives, which together maximize the effectiveness and performance of the cleaner.
The Modern Cleaner System
However, the use of these traditional cleaners is increasingly subject to environmental concerns, particularly due to the hazardous chemicals they contain.
The "Modern Cleaner System" developed by MKS' Atotech marks a milestone in industrial cleaning. The system is based on an additive package (Uni-Clean A101) and a builder package (UniClean B201). These products deliberately avoid problematic chemicals such as phosphates, hard chelators and amines. By operating at low temperatures of up to 35 °C, the system significantly reduces energy consumption and CO2 emissions, thus contributing to more sustainable production.
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Conventional cleaners 65 °C |
UniClean A101 / B201 at 40 °C |
Difference |
Energy savings |
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Total energy required |
2,396 kWh / week |
820 kWh / week |
1,566 kWh / week |
-65.8 % energy requirement |
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Heating costs |
958 € / week |
332 € / week |
626 € / week |
-65.4 % less heating costs |
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AssociatedCO2 emissions |
629 kgCO2 / week |
218 kgCO2 / week |
411 kgCO2 / week |
-65.4 % lessCO2 emissions |
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Total energy per year |
75,150 kWh |
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Energy cost savings per year |
30.060 ¤ |
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ReducedCO2 emissions per year |
19,724 kg |
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Environmental impact and cost savings (customer-based study) |
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Versatility and performance
The mildly alkaline UniClean A101 and Uni-Clean B201 cleaners offer remarkable versatility. They can be used as emulsifying immersion cleaners and are suitable for ultrasonic operation. Their advanced oil degradation and easy conductivity control ensure excellent cleaning results and extend the life of the degreasing bath. The flexible combination of UniClean A101 and UniClean B201 in different ratios and concentrations enables customized solutions for a wide range of requirements and metals, including steel, stainless steel, copper, brass and zinc.
Sustainable cleaning at low temperatures
Traditionally, industrial cleaners, especially hot degreasers, require high temperatures for effective results. However, the new UniClean A101 / B201 product generation enables efficient cleaning at extremely low temperatures. These cleaners deliver equivalent cleaning performance with identical cleaning times as conventional products. They ensure thorough removal of contaminants with reduced energy consumption and environmental impact, but still offer a reliable and cost-effective solution for industrial applications with comparable performance.
Extending bath life and reducing maintenance costs
Extended degreasing life is crucial for efficient and cost-effective cleaning processes. Modern cleaners such as the UniClean A101/ B201 system promote the breakdown of organic soiling, which significantly extends the life of the bath. Special equipment such as UniPrep ISOtect also supports this process.
Conclusion
The introduction of the Modern Cleaner Toolbox from MKS' Atotech with UniClean A101 and UniClean B201 offers flexibility and cost efficiency for industrial cleaning processes.
