Clean-Tek

Clean-Tek
aqueous degreasing systems

Never has there been a greater need for these two subjects to come together – the quality of your
product demands it, our collective responsibility to the environment demands it.
Wheelabrator Clean-Tek products meet both these responsibilities.
Clean-Tek products are based on aqueous cleaning techniques for their washing and degreasing
capabilities, so you have no safety and disposal concerns resulting from their use.
In every application, cleaning and efficiency at least matches and usually exceeds solvent based
products.
The Clean-Tek product range features standard machines through to customised cleaning
solutions. Our Group experience and resources means we are able to design and supply systems
to match individual needs. These can be combinations of machine types, handling, loading
and specialised systems. We also have a fully equipped Surface Technology Centre for sample
evaluation and product proofing trials. Please contact us to discuss your specific production
requirements.
Not covered in this brochure, but also available:
• Multi-axis robotic and computer controlled cleaning systems
• NDT equipment
• Dye penetrate and paint cleaning systems
• Effluent treatment systems
• Complete process lines
A clean product,
a safe environment
Wheelabrator Group product lines include:
Abrasive Developments, Berger, Clean-Tek, Gutmann, Impact Finishers, Matrasur, OLT,
Pangborn Europe, Schlick, Wheelabrator Sisson Lehmann, Spencer Halstead, Tilghman,
Vacu-Blast, Wheelabrator, Wheelabrator Plus, Wheelabrator Vibro
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Contents
2 Introduction
3 Contents
4 Front Loading Machines
5 Single and Multi-stage
Industrial Spray Machines
6 Rotary Spiral Drum
Machines
7 Conveyor Machines
8 Immersion Machines
9 Ultrasonic Machines
10 Rotary Basket Wash
Machines
11 Recycling Systems &
Solutions
Aftermarket Care

A range of front loading spray
wash machines, available in
single and multi-stage versions.
These machines are designed to
achieve high standards of cleaning
combined with reduced cycle times
of precision parts and heavy duty
applications when compared to
conventional top load machines.
Available in ten models with basket
diameters from 600 to 3000 mm.
Cleaning large engine components
A multi-stage machine with
automated load / unload facility
Front Loading
Ruggedly constructed, all machines
have a high weight carrying capacity
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Machines

Single and Multi-stage
Industrial Spray Machines
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Clean-Tek industrial spray machines
have been designed to meet the
need for fast, effective, high impact
cleaning.
For additional versatility, multi-stage
versions incorporate rinse and dry
facilities offering a space saving
alternative to tunnel or conveyor
wash systems.
Available in six models with basket
diameters from 650 to 1500 mm.
Lid mounted drying system
Optional carrier drum for small turned
parts

Incorporating a spiral or plain drum,
these rotary action machines are
ideal for cleaning turned parts,
springs, nuts and bolts.
Multi-stage versions of these
machines can incorporate immersion
and spray stages making them
ideal for coating and phosphating
applications.
Available in six models from 200 to
800 mm drum diameters.
Multi-stage wash, phosphate and
drying system
Archimedes screw conveyor for
transporting components
Rotary Spiral Drum
Typical small components
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Machines

Designed for continuous processing
of a wide range of components,
the modular construction of these
machines allows them to be adapted
to meet other requirements, such as
wash only, dry only, wash and rinse,
wash, rinse and dry. Alternatives
include coating, inhibitor and air
knife stages.
Conveyor Machines
Compact washing and drying system
with high powered dryer
Smaller components can be loaded
into baskets or jigs.
Available in eight models with
conveyor widths from 200 to
1000 mm.
Conveyor machine for cleaning
boxes, bins and pallets
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Heavy duty automotive components
can be continuously cleaned

Clean-Tek immersion machines are
designed to provide outstanding
cleaning of heavily contaminated
components or as a pre-wash
process.
Typical applications include removal
of cutting oil and swarf after
machining applications, removal of oil
from blind, drilled and threaded holes
and also from the interiors of intricate
components.
Immersion systems are also available
with additional process sequences
such as ultrasonics, underwater
jetting and contaminant separation.
Available in seven models with
platform widths from 250 to 3000 mm.
Immersion system with hand spray
lance
Components on pneumatic platform
Immersion Machines
A cleaned gear housing from heavy
commercial vehicle
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Ultrasonic Equipment
Bench top ultrasonic tanks
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Ultrasonic cleaning techniques are
now well established in industry.
Wheelabrator Group offers a
comprehensive range of machines
from small bench top models up to
sophisticated automatic industrial
cleaning systems.
This cleaning method is ideal for
delicate or complex components
which may be difficult to clean by
normal wash machines.
Fully automated multi-stage system
with drying oven
Manual wash, rinse, dry industrial
system

Clean-Tek low cost rotary spray
wash machines are ideal for light to
medium duty applications.
A ‘water knife’ cleaning effect is
achieved by high efficiency jet
nozzles which deliver hot solution
to the surface of the components as
the basket rotates.
Due to the temperature of the
solution, most components will
flash dry when removed from the
machine.
Available in seven models with
basket diameters from 360 to
1300 mm.
Compact, small capacity machines
Large capacity component basket
Rotary Spray Wash
Cleaned automotive components
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Machines

Additional products are available to further enhance
the Clean-Tek equipment range.
Wash Water Recycling Systems
These systems are designed to continuously
recycle aqueous solutions and eliminate the
problem of waste water effluent treatment and
disposal. Each machine in the range is portable
and so can be located next to washing machines.
Three models are available.
Cleaning and Degreasing Solutions
A range of solutions designed for use in
Clean-Tek and other machines is available.
All are water based yet powerful enough to do
a thorough cleaning job. Light, medium and
heavy duty versions are available plus a
general purpose emulsion.
Aftermarket Care
As with all Wheelabrator Group equipment,
a comprehensive aftermarket care programme
exists. This includes training, machine servicing
and maintenance, replacement parts and
consumables.
Recycling Systems
and Aftermarket Care
Successful machine hand over
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Continuous recycling of conveyor wash
effluent
Results from a water recycling test
Aqueous solutions
Training programmes are available

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