Tank Cleaning
The cleaning of tanks and vessels is often an overlooked source of inefficiency in the manufacturing process. As an "unglamorous" and non-core process the true cost of cleaning is often neglected. However, with some thought significant efficiency gains can be achieved. As will be seen these efficiencies come from a combination of the 4 key elements of the cleaning process i.e. time, mechanical action, heat and chemical action. The focus of this article is on how quick wins can be achieved by improving the mechanical action element of the cleaning mix. The balancing act - Any cleaning application has four components that contribute towards effective cleaning. 1- Time. The longer the cleaning if performed the greater the cleaning. 2- Chemicals. This is the dissolving effect of chemical cleaning fluids including water. 3- Mechanical action. This is physical action of the cleaning spray to dislodge residue. 4- Heat. Generally the hotter the cleaning fluid the better th...