Batch changeovers
Equipment cleanliness between products or colours.
Paints & coatings
Paint and coating clean-up, considered end to end.
Coating manufacture and application create challenging cleaning tasks—from fresh paint on tools to residue in production equipment. We start with the coating chemistry and the equipment, then discuss whether a water-based industrial cleaning formulation may be worth evaluating.
Different coatings, different cleaning decisions.
Water-based paints, solvent-based coatings, two-pack systems and cured coatings can behave very differently. The cleaning approach should reflect the formulation, degree of cure, contact time and surface compatibility.
Common scenarios.
Tooling and production components
Residue on mixing tools, containers and related equipment.
Coating application equipment
Cleaning requirements in the context of manufacturer instructions, compatibility and the end result.
What should a trial measure?
Removal effectiveness, compatibility with process materials, cleaning time and temperature, operator procedures, residue management and any downstream impact. We agree the criteria before assessing whether a product fits.
FAQ
Does one cleaner work for all paints and coatings?
No. The type and cure state of the coating can change the method required.
Describe your coating and wash-down process.
We can discuss the current cleaner and the conditions of use, then decide whether further evaluation is appropriate.