Oil & soil removal
Surfactant system designed to break and emulsify oils, coolants, shop soils, and handling residues.
Product Industrial Cleaning
Aluminum-Safe Cleaner
Aluminum-safe alkaline cleaner concentrate engineered to remove oils, soils, and light oxidation while minimizing aluminum attack. Built for repeatable maintenance routines and production cleaning—aligned to your washer type and substrate.
Packaging: drums / IBC / bulk (as applicable)
Documentation: SDS / TDS / COA on request
Foaming or low-foam profiles for your process
Commercial highlights
Get a cleaner that matches your hardware, not a one-size-fits-all drum.
- Designed for aluminum parts, housings, fixtures, and mixed-metal assemblies
- Inhibitor package to reduce darkening/etching risk vs. general caustic degreasers
- Tunable for spray washers, immersion tanks, ultrasonic, or manual wash
- Procurement-friendly: defined lane, documentation, and packaging options
Why aluminum-safe cleaning matters
Aluminum can be sensitive to aggressive alkalinity and certain chelants—especially at elevated temperature, longer contact times, and on high-surface-area finishes. This product family is engineered to balance cleaning power with an inhibitor approach that helps reduce attack on aluminum while still lifting oils and particulate soils.
Reduced aluminum attack
Inhibitor package and controlled alkalinity options to help lower etching/darkening risk vs. harsh caustics.
Process-fit options
Foaming or low-foam profiles, tailored for spray washers, immersion tanks, ultrasonic, or manual wash.
Where it wins
Common reasons buyers switch to an aluminum-safe grade.
- General degreasers causing dulling, darkening, or inconsistent appearance
- Poor rinseability leading to spotting or re-deposition
- Excess foam in spray equipment or CIP-style loops
- Need to standardize specs for repeat procurement and multi-site use
Applications
Typical usage patterns. Tell us your process and constraints and we’ll align the right grade, foam profile, and inhibitor approach.
- Aluminum parts cleaning (machined parts, housings, brackets, frames)
- Pre-treatment before coating, bonding, or assembly (where compatible)
- Spray washer detergency for maintenance and production lines
- Immersion tank or ultrasonic cleaning for complex geometries
- Removal of handling soils, light oxidation haze, and shop contamination
- Facility maintenance cleaning where aluminum surfaces are present
Target soils
Mineral oils, cutting fluids, coolants, fingerprints, dust, light oxide film, general shop grime.
Equipment
Spray cabinets/tunnels, dip tanks, ultrasonic units, mop/bucket and manual wash stations.
Industry fit
Fabrication, HVAC, automotive supply, metal finishing, general manufacturing, maintenance operations.
Note: For heavy oxidation, thick scale, or conversion-coating steps, a dedicated pre-treatment system may be required. Share photos and your acceptance criteria so we can advise the right chemistry lane.
Process guidance
Typical starting points. Final settings depend on soil load, alloy, contact time, and equipment design.
Spray washer
Low-foam options available. Designed to rinse clean and minimize foam issues in recirculating systems.
- Dilution: process-dependent (often low %)
- Temperature: ambient to warm (as allowed)
- Contact: short cycle compatible
Immersion tank
Strong wetting and emulsification for complex parts. Agitation improves performance and reduces time needed.
- Dilution: process-dependent (often higher than spray)
- Temperature: ambient to warm (as allowed)
- Contact: minutes, not hours
Manual wash
Use with brushes/pads where acceptable. Control dwell time and ensure thorough rinse for consistent finish.
- Dilution: adjustable for soil severity
- Technique: scrub + controlled dwell
- Rinse: potable/DI as required
Operational tips (field-proven)
Small controls make a big difference on aluminum: time, temperature, and rinse.
Control dwell
Shorter contact reduces risk of staining/etching—especially on sensitive alloys and finishes.
Use the right rinse
Adequate rinse prevents re-deposition and spotting. DI rinse can improve cosmetic results.
Monitor bath health
Soil loading changes performance. Keep simple checks: appearance, foam behavior, and cleaning results.
If your process has strict finish requirements (water-break-free, no haze, no discoloration), share a sample or acceptance criteria. We’ll recommend the correct inhibitor level and operating window.
Typical specifications & formats
Values depend on grade and customer requirements. Confirm details on quotation.
Type
Aluminum-safe alkaline cleaner (concentrate)
Cleaning mechanism
Surfactant wetting + emulsification + controlled alkalinity
Inhibitor approach
Designed to reduce aluminum attack vs. harsh caustic degreasers
Foam profile
Foaming / low-foam options (match to equipment)
Use methods
Spray, immersion, ultrasonic, manual wash
Packaging
Drums, IBC, bulk (as applicable)
Documentation
SDS / TDS on request • COA depending on lane/grade
Customization
Dilution guidance and additive approach per process constraints
Compatibility focus
Designed around aluminum surfaces and mixed-metal assemblies (case-by-case validation)
Specification notes (what buyers usually ask for)
We can align these details in the quotation pack.
- Appearance & odor profile (typical description)
- Density range (typical)
- pH guidance for concentrate and use dilution (typical range, grade dependent)
- Foam profile expectation under your pump/nozzle conditions
- Recommended rinse and post-treatment compatibility notes
Technical parameters are provided as guidance and should be validated under your operating conditions.
Substrate & compatibility notes
Compatibility depends on alloy/finish and operating window. Use controlled dwell time and validate on your substrate.
Aluminum alloys
Designed for aluminum surfaces with reduced attack versus general caustic degreasers (validation required).
Anodized finishes
Often requires milder windows and careful dwell control. Share the finish type for the best recommendation.
Mixed metals
Common in assemblies. We can align a grade and rinse strategy that avoids undesirable interactions.
Painted/coated parts
May be compatible depending on coating chemistry and age. Test on coated parts before rollout.
Rubbers & plastics
Varies widely. Provide the polymer type (EPDM, NBR, PTFE, etc.) for a targeted compatibility note.
Rinse-water quality
Hardness affects spotting and residues. DI rinse can improve cosmetic outcomes where required.
Documentation, safety & handling
We support responsible procurement with the documentation buyers expect. For safe use, follow SDS guidance and standard chemical handling practices.
SDS
Safety Data Sheet available on request (grade-specific).
TDS
Technical Data Sheet outlining use guidance and typical parameters (on request).
COA
Certificate of Analysis availability depends on lane and grade (confirm on quotation).
Storage & stability
Keep it simple: sealed, clean, and within recommended storage conditions.
- Store in original sealed packaging
- Avoid extreme temperatures and direct sunlight
- Use clean transfer practices to prevent contamination
- Follow SDS for PPE and first-aid guidance
If your site requires additional compliance statements (restricted substances, internal standards), include them in your inquiry.
FAQ
Quick answers for engineering, maintenance, and procurement teams.
Is it truly “aluminum-safe”?
It’s formulated to reduce attack compared to harsh caustic degreasers, but compatibility still depends on alloy, finish, temperature, dwell time, and concentration. We recommend a short controlled trial under your operating window.
Foaming vs. low-foam—what should I choose?
Spray washers and recirculating systems typically require low-foam. Manual wash can tolerate more foam. Tell us your pump/nozzle conditions and we’ll align the foam profile.
Can it remove heavy oxidation?
It targets light oxidation haze and soils. For heavy oxidation, thick deposits, or scale, a dedicated treatment may be needed. Share photos and acceptance criteria for the best recommendation.
Will it affect anodized aluminum?
Anodized finishes vary. Mild windows and controlled dwell are often required. Provide finish type and requirements so we can advise.
What rinse water should we use?
Potable water is common, but DI rinse can reduce spotting and improve cosmetic results. Your finish requirement determines the best rinse.
Can you provide SDS/TDS/COA?
Yes—SDS and TDS are available on request. COA availability depends on lane and grade; we confirm during quotation.
Request a quotation
Send a short inquiry and we’ll respond with a procurement-ready offer (grade notes, documentation availability, packaging, and lead time). If you already have a current cleaner, include its limitations—foam, staining, dwell-time constraints, or rinse issues.
Fast-track checklist
Include these details to get a precise recommendation.
- Aluminum alloy/finish + any mixed metals
- Washer type + temperature + cycle time
- Soil type + target finish/acceptance criteria
- Volume, packaging, destination