Degreasing

Degreasing surfaces is an essential step in various industrial processes to ensure that workpieces or components are free of grease and oil residues. These residues can not only impair the quality of the surfaces, but also have a negative impact on subsequent processing steps or coatings.

Degreasing is often used in metalworking, electronics production and other manufacturing industries. The process involves the removal of oily or greasy substances from the surface to create a clean base for further processing steps. This is particularly important as oil or grease films can impair the adhesion of paints, varnishes or coatings.

Various degreasing methods are used, including the use of special degreasing solutions, steam cleaning, ultrasonic cleaning or even thermal degreasing. Degreasing solutions often consist of organic solvents or aqueous surfactant solutions that dissolve and emulsify the greasy residues. These solutions are applied to the surface to dissolve the soiling and then washed off or vacuumed off.

The choice of degreasing method depends on various factors, including the type of soiling, the type of material and the specific requirements of the production process. Effective degreasing is crucial to ensure the quality, durability and functionality of the manufactured parts. In industrial practice, degreasing surfaces is not only a cleaning step, but also an important contribution to quality control and ensuring the performance of materials and components.