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Summary:

Part of a joint venture between EPA, TURI and RI DEM to reduce the use of TCE in the Providence, RI area, one trial has been conducted on this client’s supplied parts. The main focus for this client was to evaluate rinsing methods that would eliminate spotting and residue from the cleaning products. One product, Polyspray Jet 790 XS, was found to be successful when using a three stage heated rinsing protocol. Parts have been sent back to the client for analysis.

Test Objective:

To identify a replacement to TCE for cleaning brass and steel parts.
Trial Number Date Run Purpose Success Rating
0 10/19/2006 To identify best way to rinse parts after cleaning with aqueous product in ultrasonic cleaning. Preliminary compatibility tests on substrate coupons encouraging for at least one cleaning chemistry. More in-depth laboratory testing necessary.
1 02/08/2008 To identify a cleaning process that would eliminate TCE and control potential rusting issues with steel parts. Technology Transfer.
2 06/13/2008 To identify a cleaning process that would eliminate TCE and control potential rusting issues with steel parts. Technology Transfer.