Spray cleaning systems
Spray cleaning systems from Glogar - Combining efficiency and robustness
A spray cleaning system is often the first step for companies entering the field of parts cleaning. Spray cleaning systems are versatile and used in manufacturing and maintenance due to their ability to cover a broad range of applications. This makes the process not only cost-effective and environmentally friendly but also flexible with regard to the various types of contamination that may be present on the components to be cleaned. The cleaning concept (configuration/parameters/cleaning chemistry) for all our spray cleaning systems, as well as all other machines, is developed in advance by our process engineers together with the customer.
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Spray cleaning systems from Glogar - Efficiency is our top priority
Set new standards in parts cleaning with spray cleaning systems
Often, a spray cleaning system, usually a toploader, is a company's first step into parts cleaning. This is because spray cleaning is versatile and used in a broad spectrum of applications in both maintenance and new parts production. The list of possible uses is long. Whether it's removing particles and other contaminants or degreasing components, there is hardly a cleaning task that cannot be performed in such a cleaning system.
How does such a cleaning system work?
Classic spray cleaning systems clean on an aqueous basis – this means approximately 2 – 5% cleaner and the rest water, depending on the application. Choosing the right cleaner makes it not only cost-effective but also environmentally friendly. The cleaners used today are designed to offer a high degree of flexibility with regard to different component materials and contaminants, without causing restrictions in the process.
Efficiency saves resources, even in spray cleaning
A toploader spray cleaning system from Glogar is equipped with a three-sided nozzle system, and from the L102 model upwards, even with two three-sided nozzle systems. This dual cleaning mechanism saves time, chemicals, and temperature. The highly efficient stainless steel pumps with mechanical seals offer reliability and resistance even when using more aggressive media. The motor-driven basket can be loaded even with heavy parts weights without showing signs of wear. The philosophy behind our cleaning systems is simple – high-quality system design with the greatest possible simplicity. Spray cleaning is not rocket science; our systems can be easily operated by the user without any special expertise. We promise that using a standard dishwasher is more complex. This ease of use of our cleaning systems enables a fast-paced working day.
Parts cleaning at a new level - with the frontloader spray cleaning system
The same applies to our frontloader cleaning systems. Here, too, we focus on simplicity with full efficiency and robustness. Even in the standard version, a spray cleaning system from Glogar (Frontloader L-Series) is highly equipped. The system is made entirely of stainless steel inside and out and is insulated. Automatic steam extraction, fresh water replenishment, and inspection hatches are also included in the standard model. Spray cleaning is also carried out in this system via stainless steel pump(s) with mechanical seals. The maximum loading weight of our spray cleaning systems (frontloaders) is already 700 kg in the basic version.
The correct design of the spray cleaning system is important
Even though the range of applications for spray cleaning systems is wide, an expert analysis of the process should be carried out in advance. This is because the spray cleaning system should be designed for the prevailing process and not the other way around. Basic questions that need to be clarified in advance include:
- What material is being cleaned?
- What contaminants are present?
- What processes need to be considered before and after cleaning?
Our process engineers will work with you to create the appropriate cleaning concept. After all, tailor-made cleaning concepts have become enormously important in industrial parts manufacturing in recent years!
These are new times for parts cleaning
Previously, it was often sufficient for parts to come out of the spray cleaning system largely clean, as an experienced employee could perform a qualitative inspection. Today, in times of skilled labor shortages, parts must consistently be removable from the system with the same quality. Particularly to meet the often very high-quality demands in production, several cleaning steps are sometimes necessary today. Spray cleaning is mostly used here in pre-cleaning or intermediate cleaning. In principle, Glogar's spray cleaning systems can be individually designed with a variety of possible features and thus adapted to almost all requirements.
Design your spray cleaning system individually according to your needs.
Many options and additional features can be implemented in a spray cleaning system from Glogar.
For top loaders, for example, the entire system can be made entirely of stainless steel. Individual adjustments to your cleaning system offer numerous advantages for the cleaning system and its use:
- The insulation serves as contact protection at higher cleaning temperatures and to save energy.
- The vapor extraction fan extracts the resulting water vapor from the spray cleaning system's cabinet before the operator opens the lid.
- The mechanism prevents unintentional opening of the lid before the cleaning process or vapor extraction is complete.
- The oil skimmer uses a driven disc and scraper blades to remove the floating oil from the spray cleaning system's bath.
- The cleaning fluid can be filtered in terms of pressure performance using bag filters.
- The water connection for automatic fresh water replenishment constantly compensates for the bath level should the required bath level fall below the required value.
- In combination with the automatic replenishment, a proportional dispenser can be used. This ensures the correct percentage dosage of cleaner in the spray cleaning systems' tank.
The number of possible additional equipment options is enormous. Our process engineers will be happy to advise you at any time!
Considering downstream processes is important - even with spray cleaning.
Even if the application range of spray cleaning systems is very broad, the downstream processes, i.e., what happens to the parts after cleaning, must always be analyzed. Because the best spray cleaning or the cleanest parts are worthless if the surface cannot be used afterward. Especially for coating processes, a homogeneously clean surface with the corresponding adhesion is necessary. If parts are welded afterward, clean degreasing and cleaning at the welding points is essential. Spray cleaning can generally be used in almost all downstream processes, but corresponding rinsing stages are also important for some processes. Parts are also rinsed with clear water in your spray cleaning system after the cleaning process. This serves to remove the cleaner from the surface and thereby leave it almost residue-free.
Washing tests with our spray cleaning systems
The Glogar spray cleaning systems can be viewed and tested at any time by appointment at the Glogar Technology Center in St. Florian. Together with our process engineers, customers receive an insight into all cleaning processes available on the market, even beyond spray cleaning. Before the start of the washing tests, the processes in question are presented and explained. It is quite possible that several processes will be tested for various tasks. Spray cleaning and ultrasonic cleaning are used just as frequently as a combination of both. For very high requirements, parts are pre-cleaned by spraying in chamber cleaning systems and then finely cleaned using ultrasound. Just as important as the correct design of the spray cleaning system is the use of the correct cleaning chemistry. At Glogar, our customers have a large assortment of different products at their disposal.
The right cleaning chemistry for your cleaning system
In spray cleaning, cleaners from the entire pH scale are used. Acidic, neutral, or alkaline cleaners are used depending on the requirement. Acidic media are used, for example, to remove oxide layers and limescale or to activate surfaces. Neutral media are used for the classic cleaning/degreasing of light soiling such as oils or coolants. Alkaline cleaners are used for heavier soiling such as soot and coking, often in overhaul cleaning. In spray cleaning systems as well as in all other parts cleaning systems, the material to be cleaned itself must also be considered carefully. For the cleaning of aluminum and non-ferrous metal parts, cleaners with appropriate inhibitors are used, which prevent material attack while always offering the highest cleaning effect. For steel and cast iron parts, good corrosion protection is particularly important, because cleaning/degreasing the surface would otherwise expose it to rust formation.
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