Rust, laser slag, and mineral scale deposits are enemies of top-quality surface finishing. We provide an innovative line of solutions for removing these contaminants from workpieces and processing machinery. These products deliver optimal surface preparation for coating. We offer acid-based, neutral-pH, and alkaline product technologies to meet your needs.
We offer scale removers specifically designed to remove a variety of insoluble materials. Silicate scale buildup is typically found in the cleaning stages of multi-metal washers. We target silicate scale with inhibited acidic descaling products that efficiently dissolve these mineral deposits.
Phosphate sludge is another enemy of the pretreatment washer. It can clog plumbing and nozzles, reduce bath volume, and decrease the heat-transfer efficiency of heating elements. Our products reduce downtime and labor costs by quickly penetrating and softening this material so it can be rinsed away.
The cleaning power of these products is influenced by chemical concentration, bath temperature, and agitation. A MetaLube application specialist can help recommend the appropriate scale remover for your application.
Acidic Scale and Rust Removal
This line of products dissolves light rust, laser slag, and mineral scale commonly found in production environments. These products are designed to be diluted with water and are easy to control. Their dissolving action is influenced by temperature, chemical concentration, contact time, and bath agitation.
This product line includes inhibited acidic chemistries that help protect against base-metal attack. These products may be applied through immersion or spray systems and may also contain detergents to assist with wetting and rinsing. Our customers use these proven chemistries in production and for washer-maintenance activities.
- Descale – acidic scale and rust remover
pH-Neutral Scale and Rust Removal
We offer pH-neutral products that dissolve mineral scale, laser slag, and rust. The neutral pH of this chemistry alleviates safety concerns associated with acidic products. These products are water-dilutable and easy to control. We recommend applying them through either spray or immersion systems. Dissolving activity is influenced by chemical concentration, bath temperature, contact time, and bath agitation.
- MetalStrip – pH-neutral scale and rust remover
