Entries by Industrial Degreasers

Will There be a TCE Ban?

The possible toxic effects of the chemical Trichloroethylene (TCE) have been discussed for decades. However, the chemical plays a crucial role in producing everything from degreasing solutions to pepper spray, and most companies who use the chemical would rather not see a TCE ban enacted. According to a recent report from ChemInfo, TCE has been […]

Chemical Storage Issues for Low Flashpoint Solvents

Flammable solvents have a low flashpoint that makes them highly incendiary. Consequently, special care must be taken when storing and using the solvents. Below, we prove the point by exploring three chemical storage issues that come with using low flashpoint solvents, and how the issues can be resolved in a way that significantly reduces the […]

Finding TCE Substitutes for Vapor Degreasing in 6 Steps

Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a halocarbon solvent known primarily for its use as an industrial degreaser. TCE is highly effective for numerous degreasing applications, but many companies and organizations are replacing TCE due to its negative impact on the health of workers and the environment. If you use TCE, and you need to replace it, below […]