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One of the principles of green chemistry is designing safer chemicals. Another related principle that AEC Systems considers paramount every time we design a parts washer for a client is: waste prevention. It is better to prevent waste than to treat or clean up waste after it has been created. In the natural world, organic […]

Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a non-flammable liquid clorinated hydrocarbon used as an industrial solvent for its degreasing properties. It’s commonly used in dry cleaning as well. Surprisingly enough, given what we now know, it was used topically on humans as a disinfectant and anesthetic and even incorporated into coffee as a spice. The FDA banned these

For industries that require industrial cleaning as part of their operations or their manufacturing process, aqueous cleaning solutions are now the leading cleaning process. They are an environmentally friendly and effective alternative to traditional solvent-based systems which are now heavily regulated. These water-based cleaners work on the principle of using water as a solvent for

What is green chemistry? By one definition it’s “finding creative and innovative ways to reduce waste, conserve energy, and discover replacements for hazardous substances.” The 20th Century Chemical Revolution The 20th century saw staggering advances in chemistry and chemical engineering. The ways that new chemicals were put to use changed human history and society in

The world needs parts washers, and AEC Systems designs cleaning systems for every imaginable sort of part. For parts with simple geometries or less strict cleaning specifications, a standard parts washer with an aqueous solution bath and rinse may be enough. However a more sophisticated cleaning process is often needed for parts with complex geometries

Studies indicate that surfactants, which have long been considered a threat to the environment, are actually benign in terms of their overall effect on water quality and fragile ecosystems. These chemicals have been maligned by environmentalists for decades as having too much of a negative impact on water and aquatic animal populations, and yet humans

During the Great Recession everyone in Michigan knew someone who lost a job, and most people knew someone who left the state in search of new opportunities. The way back has been long, longer than most states’ because Michigan was already in recession before the recession began. West Michigan is different, however. The Greater Grand

The high cost associated with the disposal of empty containers has made it advantageous for manufacturers to clean the containers and reuse them. Recycling pails and drums pays by reducing waste material, eliminating the need to purchase new containers, and saving on transportation costs. AEC Systems  has  a new line of industrial cabinet spray washers

We have talked a number of times on this blog about why governments and businesses have moved away from solvent-based cleaning systems and towards more environmentally friendly solutions. Solvents are very effective at removing grease, dirt, and oils, but they come with a heavy downside: pollution and long-term negative consequences for human and environmental health.

Any business in the market for a customized parts washer must consider what the parts washer requirements will be before the design process can begin. Specifically, management needs to determine what and how the washer will need to clean and how they will integrate that washer into the workflow and floor space of the plant.