Alliance Manufacturing's Cleaning Systems Use Safe Solvents

Alliance Manufacturing Inc., the U.S. distributor for Italian-based manufacturer ILSA-MC Srl, showcases its enclosed vacuum degreasing machines designed for precision and critical parts cleaning applications. 

Vacuum degreasing is said to be an environmentally conscious alternative to traditional open-top vapor degreasing equipment. The process uses solvents to remove contaminants from manufactured parts without the use of water or scrubbing. These closed-system parts washers are  suited for cleaning and drying applications with tight cleanliness specifications. Safer solvents such as modified alcohols and aliphatic hydrocarbons are used in place of traditional cleaning solvents such as trichloroethylene (TCE) and n-propyl bromide (nPB). Cleaning and drying take place under either vacuum or pressure, and residual solvent is removed from parts upon completion. Typical processes can include wash, secondary wash, rust inhibit (optional) and vacuum dry. Benefits include low volatile organic compounds (VOCs), reduced solvent consumption, minimal waste, low odors, low corrosion, enhanced drying, compact footprint, operator safety and high cleaning effectiveness for challenging parts.

Applications for vacuum degreasing systems include aerospace, automotive, medical, precision-machined components, turned parts, screw-machined parts, hydraulic components, micromechanical parts and more. According to the company, vacuum degreasing is ideal for removing coolants, chips and other manufacturing soils, and it is used for cleaning and drying metal and plastic components.

Alliance offers three (3) ILSA models: the IK Series, IK EVO and IPK Series. The IK Series and IK EVO are for use with modified alcohol or aliphatic hydrocarbons and operate completely under vacuum. In addition, the IK EVO is designed for high productivity applications. The IPK Series utilizes chlorinated solvents such as perchloroethylene, but can also be converted to a total vacuum configuration for using modified alcohol or aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents. All models are offered in a variety of sizes and can be custom configured for specific application requirements.