Low Solvent Usage

Solvent utilization encompasses emissions, residual solvent retention, waste byproducts, and chemical degradation (breakdown) processes within the system. Our Airless degreasing technology systems achieve reductions in solvent-related emissions exceeding 95%. (See also: Low Emissions).

The waste volume can be minimized to below 10% solvent content through vacuum distillation, which enables more efficient solvent extraction from the waste compared to atmospheric distillation. (See also: Reduced Waste).

Solvent degradation (breakdown) occurs when water is present within the solvent system. Water interacts with various solvents, generating corrosive acids that can degrade components and equipment over time. This process is expedited under elevated-temperature conditions typically used in cleaning procedures.

Water ingress in enclosed systems occurs when atmospheric air cools below its dew point. Condensation on cold surfaces leads to water (dew) accumulation, which can mix with the solvent. In an airless system, removing the air prior to contact with the solvent eliminates moisture ingress, thereby prolonging solvent longevity.