Cleaning

Cleaning in surface technology is a fundamental step that plays a crucial role in the preparation of surfaces for various applications. It is essential to remove contaminants that could affect the quality of coatings, bonding, painting or other surface processes.

The cleaning of surfaces is usually done to remove particles, oils, grease, dust or other foreign substances. This process ensures that the surface is free of contamination, which in turn improves the adhesion of coatings and increases the quality of the end products.

There are various cleaning methods that are used depending on the specific requirements of the application. Common cleaning techniques include mechanical cleaning, such as brushing or blasting, chemical cleaning using solvents or detergents, and also physical methods such as ultrasonic cleaning.

The selection of the appropriate cleaning method depends on the type of contamination, the type of surface and the requirements of the particular process. In many cases, thorough pre-cleaning is crucial to ensure optimum adhesion and functionality of the subsequent process steps.

Cleaning in surface technology not only plays a role in the preparation of surfaces for subsequent processes, but also in terms of quality assurance and the durability of end products. Careful and effective cleaning makes a significant contribution to achieving and maintaining the desired properties of surface materials.

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This definition is taken from the surface technology encyclopedia from Surface Technology Online. You can find many more technical terms from the surface technology industry in our lexicon overview.

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