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May 7 – 11, 2018, NPE 2018: The Plastics Show will be happening in Orlando, Florida. This show is where professionals in the plastic industry and industries related to plastics come together to establish connections, exchange ideas, and learn about the newest innovations affecting the plastics market. Over 65,000 professionals from 128 countries attend this event.
As a parts cleaning solutions supplier to the plastics industry producers, CTG is excited to be participating in this year’s event. Attendees who visit the Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics in Booth #28201 will learn about our products, technologies, and services. Several new Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonic advanced cleaning solutions will be introduced at the show. Among the new technologies exhibited will be:
AgiSonic® Ultrasonic Parts Washer Cleaning
The central element of an ultrasonic cleaning system is the ultrasonic generator, the source that provides the electrical energy to the system's ultrasonic transducers. The job of ultrasonic generator is to receive and convert energy from the power source to the proper frequency, voltage, and amperage. Electrical current from the power line is transmitted at approximately 100 to 250 volts AC and a frequency of 50 or 60 Hz. The majority of ultrasonic cleaning systems require the ultrasonic generator to supply the ultrasonic transducer at a significantly higher voltage and the specific frequency intended for the ultrasonic cleaning system's operation.
Ultrasonic generator selection should be based on the specific cleaning requirements of the application so that the best results can be achieved. In addition to needing the power and frequency to match the transducer requirements, the cleaning tank must be able to accommodate the largest part to be cleaned. Additionally, the power, frequency, and the tank size must be appropriate for the type of contaminant and the mechanical strength of the parts involved in the cleaning application.
In just a few weeks the MRO AMERICAS 2018 show will be taking place in Orlando, Florida. Scheduled for April 10 - 15, 2018, the show will feature a broad range of new products, services, and business opportunities relating to the aviation industry. MRO AMERICAS is produced by the Aviation Week Network, premier organizer of aviation and aerospace conferences, exhibitions, awards ceremonies, symposiums, and roundtables around the world. This event is billed as the largest and most essential gathering of aviation maintenance professionals. Over 850 exhibitors and more than 8,700 attendees have pre-registered to attend.
As a parts cleaning solutions supplier to the aviation and aerospace industries, CTG is excited to be participating in this year’s event. Attendees who visit the Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics in Booth #1262 will learn about our products, technologies, and services. Several new Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonic advanced cleaning solutions will be introduced at the show. Among the new technologies exhibited will be:
AgiSonic® Ultrasonic Parts Washer Cleaning
CTG would like to congratulate all the employees from Ransohoff who celebrated a birthday in January and February!
In order to assure the integrity of die cast parts, it is crucial to have a reliable and effective die cast mold cleaning process in place. When it comes to die cast mold cleaning, the typical design characteristics of molding equipment present some unique application challenges. The Blackstone-NEY line of Atlantis® Ultrasonic Systems provides a dependable and highly effective means for meeting these challenges.
The complex design of die cast molds makes die cast mold cleaning difficult. Die casting molds typically have many internal channels for the releasing of gases during the molding process. The mold cleaning process must involve the proper submersion of the mold so that each of the channels fills and is sufficiently cleaned on the inside. These areas must also be properly drained before moving on to the rinse cycle and drying cycle. Failure to adequately drain the channels in the cast mold could result in dirt becoming trapped within the mold. The sheer weight and density of die casting molds also makes cleaning a challenge.
A thorough plastic injection mold maintenance program is critical to the success of any injection molding operation. A plastic injection mold must be on a consistent schedule of planned downtime for maintenance, including inspection and repair to prevent problems with equipment and product quality. Plastic injection mold cleaning is an important part of that maintenance process.
When it comes to cleaning plastic injection molds, the ultrasonic cleaning method offers significant advantages over hand cleaning. The manual cleaning of injection molds can require scrubbing and other abrasive actions, which can be damaging to the mold surfaces. Ultrasonic cleaning offers a superior alternative by cleaning through cavitation. Cavitation refers to the rapid formation and collapse of millions of extremely small bubbles, which are produced in a water bath using ultrasonic waves and a biodegradable cleaner. The bubbles effectively “scrub” all of the surfaces of the mold including any grooves, channels and crevices. The ultrasonic process has a demonstrated record of effectiveness in removing contaminants and residues, releasing burnt resins, and venting outgas without compromising the surface of the mold.
Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics, a world leader in providing cleaning and waste minimization technologies, will introduce a host of advanced cleaning solutions at the MD&M West 2018 in Anaheim, California February 6 - 8, 2018. Visitors to Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics Booth #1167 will be introducing a number of new products, technologies and services. Among the new technologies exhibited at the show will be:
Ransohoff, a recognized leader in cleaning technology, will introduce a host of advanced cleaning solutions at the Shot Show Showcase in Las Vegas, NV January 22 – 23rd, 2018. Visitors to Ransohoff Booth #S1620, will see the popular Durm Cleaning System tanks with new features, along with many more cleaning solutions.
High Volume Continuous Cleaning: Cup and Cases, Primer Caps and Anvils
Utilizing both spray and immersion technology, our Ransohoff drum washers are the fast, highly
effective continuous cleaning solution for cup and cases as well as primer caps and anvils, whether for pre-annealing, brightening and/or final cleaning.
Ransohoff Lean Jet RB-1 Immersion Cleaning
These systems clean using our patented parts washing and rinsing process of agitation, spray impingement, rotation, hydraulic purging through immersion, and heated blow-off drying. This machine is ideal for small, precision parts such as primer caps and anvils.
Ultrasonic Cleaning: Firearm Components
Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics is a leading provider of precision ultrasonic cleaning equipment for firearm components such as barrels, triggers, magazines, and scopes. Our ultrasonic cleaning technology is also ideal for suppressors and silencers, considering they can be cleaned without disassembly, and at optimum frequencies to minimize erosion.
Four Questions to Ask in Evaluating your Parts Cleaning Equipment
- Was the current system designed to wash the parts it is currently washing?
- Are the parts meeting the required level of cleanliness?
- Is the current system meeting needs efficiently?
- Are you able to meet schedule requirements with the current system?
Too often, many operations rely on a parts cleaning system that is just getting them by. When considering whether or not your parts cleaning system is meeting your needs, you must evaluate how effective, efficient, and economical it is, as well as whether or not the process integrates well with your work flow. Thorough evaluation of your parts cleaning process could lead to making some very productive and profitable improvements to your operation.
Many companies rely on inefficient manual parts cleaning methods, simply because that is the way parts cleaning has always been done. When considering updating from manual cleaning to a parts cleaning system, many companies are deterred by idea of buying new equipment to do something they are already getting done. However, when compared with the costs of manual cleaning in terms of labor and consumable cleaning supplies, parts cleaning equipment can be a much more cost effective option. If chemicals are involved in the cleaning process, parts cleaning equipment also limits or eliminates employee exposure to those chemicals, creating a safer and healthier work environment.
When planning for new parts cleaning equipment you are likely to focus on equipment capabilities and how the new equipment will meet your needs. While these are essential considerations, there is another factor to consider that is often overlooked until it is too late – designing for floor space efficiency.
Planning for the installation of any new equipment, including a parts cleaning system, must not only involve finding space, but planning for that space. Without proper planning, your new parts cleaning equipment may not be optimized for efficiency. Things to consider include:
- Ease of access
- Elimination of bottlenecks
- Smooth workflow
- Logistical planning for water and power access
- Flexibility for future growth or change
Fortunately there are a wide range of configuration options available for implementing parts cleaning equipment within your facility. Options include standalone units, conveyor lines, and automated systems. As you consider your work space requirements, you can also consider these different configurations and how they will fit into your plan.