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Technowash Spray Wash Technology Revolutionises Swarf Cleaning for Doncasters FVC.

Protecting the Environment, Health and Safety in the Workplace, Reduction in Energy Consumption-All top priorities for many companies in today's world, and all reasons why Aerospace Suppliers Doncasters FVC, recently approached us at Technowash looking for an eco-friendly method for cleaning steel swarf. As a result Technowash designed a machine, which could now potentially revolutionize cleaning methods within the recycling industry.

Doncasters FVC were using gas burners to remove the oil and coolants from swarf metal prior to smelting, but wanted something which would be less hazardous both in terms of emissions to the atmosphere and health and safety to the operator. As such Technowash has developed a bespoke aqueous wash system, which is both environmentally and operator friendly and drastically reduces running costs.

The new design uses simple ‘chip and wash’ aqueous technology, which can be applied to both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The innovative method uses a screw wash rotary drum, which effectively tumbles the components through three stages of the machine- an aqueous wash stage, a rinse stage and an air dry stage.

The results have been stunning, and as confirmed by Mark Walker at Doncasters FVC, they are more than happy with their new machine. Tony Grayson, Technowash Technical Director confirmed:

“The machine at Doncasters FVC was a challenging and new development for us, and after some initial modifications it has proved to be a success in every way. We are very pleased with the results.”

This wash system is able to clean a vast array of metals including titanium, steel, aluminium and copper. Furthermore the machines are available with both feeding and unloading systems to ensure ease of use. Tailor made equipment is also available to suit any number of individual requirements.

Orders have already started coming in, and the second of its kind is now completed and currently waiting installation.

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The End of Solvent Degreasing? Finishing touches made to Aqueous Alternative

As the deadline for replacing the potentially harmful solvent Trichloroethylene is looming ever closer, Technowash Director Steven Price has announced that the finishing touches have been made to our most comprehensive range of Aqueous Degreasing Equipment ever.

Over the last two years the existing Aqueous range has been completely overhauled, with the objective being to produce degreasing machinery which is high performance, high quality, yet safe - to the Environment and to the Operator.

As a result, the range now comprises of everything from Single Stage, Multi Stage, Inline Conveyors, Spiral Drum and Immersion Systems. In addition the Aqueous technology has developed so much that now with high pressure sprays and flushing forces, even traditionally hard to clean metals are proving no problem.

This development has proved extremely successful, and we have been instrumental in aiding many leading Aerospace and Automotive companies make the transitional move away from solvent degreasing.

There has also been a growing need for bespoke equipment, and as such the team has worked hard to ensure we have the capability to tailor make equipment to suit any number of individual requirements.

Now as a finishing touch, from August we are launching our stock of readily available second hand spray wash equipment, refurbished to high specification in our own workshop. Further details will be appearing on these pages, so be sure to check back regularly for updates.

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Biodegradable Detergent gets Rolls Royce Approval

Newly developed aqueous detergent Hydraclean AL has received full approval to CSS204 by leading Aerospace Company Rolls Royce plc. A principal technologist confirmed that it is now formally listed in the Rolls Royce Manufacturing Laboratories Catalogue.

The detergent, which is totally biodegradable, requires no hazard classification, ensuring no COSHH assessment requirement for transportation, storage or handling. In addition its high performance cleaning is operational at a low temperature making it safe for Operators to use.

Rolls Royce plan to use the detergent in their Aqueous Spray Equipment at both Derby and Hucknall sites.

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Ultrasonic 'Sonica' range proves to be a success.

Following the launch last year of the new 'Sonica' range of Ultrasonic equipment, early reports suggest that already this range is proving to be a success.

The range which consists mainly of bench top cleaners, has stirred great interest by many companies, in particular those in the Automotive and Aerospace Industries

Technical Director Tony Grayson stated that the popularity can most certainly be attributed to the technologies proven ability to remove ingrained dirt from every area of a component part without risking injury to Operator.

And now with the introduction of the new Sweep System Technology providing an even higher central frequency, the outlook for this range of Cleaning Equipment looks set continue to rise.

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