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How to Find MEK Alternatives

How to Find MEK Alternatives

Methyl ethyl ketone, or MEK, has long been utilized by multiple industries as a cleaning agent, in the manufacturing of various materials, and in many household products.   Though an effective solvent and widely relied on for these applications, companies are...

Eco-Friendly Substitute for Toluene

Eco-Friendly Substitute for Toluene

Toluene is a hydrocarbon solvent utilized by various industries for different applications, mostly in paint thinners, permanent markers, various glues, oil refining, and the production of paints.   Though toluene has been occasionally recommended as an eco-friendlier...

Eco-Friendly Substitutes for Benzene

Eco-Friendly Substitutes for Benzene

Though benzene is commonly used by many industries, it is considered hazardous to humans and particularly harmful to the environment. Luckily, there are several eco-friendly substitutes for benzene on the market.   In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the...

Best Eco-Friendly Paint Solvents

Best Eco-Friendly Paint Solvents

The solvents in paint thinners dissolve the paint, making a thinner mixture that aids in the paint application process. While paint thinners are helpful, they also come with their downfalls.   Many of the solvents used in paint thinners are highly toxic, making them...

Where Can I Find MEK?

Where Can I Find MEK?

Methyl ethyl ketone, also known as MEK and 2-butanone, is a nonpolar, organic solvent traditionally utilized as a plastic welding agent and in the manufacturing of various materials, including:   Plastics   Synthetic rubbers  Resins  Textiles  Paraffin wax   Gums  ...

Types of Fouling in a Heat Exchanger

Types of Fouling in a Heat Exchanger

Heat exchangers are used in industrial settings to transfer heat away from a system, usually by pumping it through a set of coils or membranes surrounded by natural water. Unfortunately, heat exchangers are susceptible to fouling, which is when minerals or organic...

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