Industrial Paint Stripper

Industrial Paint Stripper

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What is an industrial paint stripper? Paint stripping agents are used in woodworking, home improvement, construction, and other industrial settings to chemically break the bond paint forms with the surface it is applied to. This then allows paint to be easily removed. There are several different chemicals, solvents, and solutions that can be used to strip paint. If you want to find the best paint strippers for your needs, you will need a trusted chemical supplier to point your in the right direction. 

What solvents are used for industrial paint strippers? Most paint thinners and strippers are made of a combination of chemicals and solvents. These include acetone, MEK, mineral spirits, turpentine, and other industrial solvents. If you are looking for Bulk solvents like these, or pre-made industrial paint stripper in bulk, Ecolink can help you. Not only does Ecolink offer a wide variety of high quality, bulk chemical solvents, but they also produce their own industrial paint strippers. One of which is a traditional, chemical solvent paint thinner, in addition to an environmentally preferred, HAP free industrial paint stripper.

Benefits of Ecolink’s Industrial Paint Stripper:

  • Variety – Whether you need bulk chemicals to produce industrial paint stripper, high quality paint stripper in bulk, or an environmentally friendly alternative, Ecolink has you covered!
  • Eco Friendly – Ecolink offers a wide variety of traditional chemicals and solvents, as well as a large selection of green chemical alternatives in an effort to reduce the carbon footprint of the chemical industry. 
  • Expert Advice – If you need help deciding what the best option for your needs, just ask the experts! Ecolink’s dedicated staff of chemists and experts will work with you to understand your needs and choose the best products for your applications. 

Want To Learn More?

To find an industrial paint stripper or speak with a chemical expert, contact Ecolink here! Ecolink is ready to help you find the best bulk chemicals for an affordable price!

 

Steel Brazing: Industrial Paint Stripper for Surface Preparation

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Even when the appearance of the metal isn’t important, most metallurgists want to keep steel free from surface oxidation (i.e. rust). Over time, the layer of oxide can penetrate the metal’s crystalline structure, causing it to weaken on the inside until it cracks or breaks apart under stress.

There are numerous coatings that can cause steel to oxidize during the brazing process — a procedure in which two or more metal pieces are fused together using a liquified filler metal that distributes between the pieces through capillary action. Coatings that should be removed to prevent oxidation include: grease, oil, dirt, decals, cleaner residues, and paint.

If coatings are left in place, they can form a stable layer of oxide that prevents workpieces from bonding securely and having strong braze joints. Depending on what type of metal assembly what you’re creating, the situation could be dangerous. Structural assemblies for architecture, aerospace equipment, or automobiles, for example, can ill-afford to have weak braze joints.

Industrial Paint Stripping Chemicals

If you need to remove paint from steel prior to brazing, industrial paint stripping chemicals can make the job easy, but there are three considerations to make before you purchase chemicals: the type of steel you need to braze, whether the chemicals leave a residue, and whether you can use the chemicals in the required amount, as determined by law.

  1. Type of Steel

The type of steel you need to treat determines the industrial paint stripping chemicals you need. For example, in terms of the metal’s microstructure, there’s a big difference between carbon steel and stainless steel. There’s also a significant difference between grades of carbon steel and stainless steel. Your supplier should be able to identify the right chemicals for the metal.

  1. Chemical Residue

When it comes to brazing, it’s best not to use industrial paint stripping chemicals that leave a residue, as the residue can behave like a coating and oxidize during the brazing process. In the worst case scenario, the thin layer of oxide the residue produces can be removed through pickling or polishing procedures, but this would increase the cost and turnaround time for the project.

  1. Usage Volume

If you need to use a large volume of industrial paint stripping chemicals, be sure that none of them are recorded in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lists of Lists. In addition, be certain that no regulations have been placed on a chemical that would interfere with how you need to use it. A supplier of industrial paint stripping chemicals can advise you on these issues.

Who We Are

Ecolink is a industry-leading supplier of green solvent solutions that are environmentally safe and environmentally prefered. We provide a broad array of stock solutions and also create custom blends the meet the requirements of specific customers. If you need industrial paint stripping chemicals for treating steel or other substances, call us today at (800) 563-1305, or send us an email through our contact form. We look forward to hearing from you!

Paint Gun Cleaners: The Benefits of Using Safe Strip

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Industrial paint guns disperse paint uniformly at a high rate of speed, making it possible for manufacturers to paint thousands of pieces a day. Like most other industrial equipment, paint guns need regular maintenance to keep operating smoothly. More specifically, they need to have accumulated layers of dry paint removed from interior and exterior parts. This is what Safe Strip does, while offering end users the following six benefits.

  1. Biodegradable

Used Safe Strip doesn’t have to end up buried in a chemical landfill. The solvent readily biodegrades, making it non-threatening to the environment in practically any quantity. Disposing of paint gun cleaners in a biodegradable manner helps reduce chemical waste disposal cost.

  1. Non-Flammable

Safe Strip has a flashpoint of 190° F, which classifies it as a non-flammable solvent. High-powered paint gun cleaners are traditionally some of the most flammable cleaning solutions on the market, but Safe Strip breaks the trend, and it’s safer to use and store for doing so.

  1. Low VOC Emissions

It’s always a good idea to wear a respirator when applying paint remover, but if you walk through a space where Safe Strip is used, and you aren’t wearing one, you won’t grow dizzy and pass out from a high density of volatile organic compounds (VOC) in the air. Safe Strip’s VOC content is 968 gm/liter, which is exceptionally low compared to most traditional paint removers.

  1. One Step Coating Removal

If you’ve ever used residential grade paint remover to remove a paint coating that’s several layers deep, you probably know the frustration of having to perform the task repeatedly to get best results. Safe Strip has the strength to remove paint build-up in one cleaning operation. The solvent is designed for the efficiency of industrial operations, and it shows.

  1. Performs similar to MEK and methylene chloride

Unlike some traditional paint gun cleaners, Safe Strip is a non-chlorinated solvent that offers efficacy at the level of chlorinated solvents such as MEK and methylene chloride. If you currently use a toxic, chlorinated solvent for cleaning paint guns, consider switching to Safe Strip.

  1. No Ozone Depletion

In addition to its biodegradability, Safe Strip is environmentally preferred because its vapors don’t deplete the ozone layer. In turn, this makes the solvent a great option for outfits that are located in low emission zones (LEZ) due ozone depletion and other chemical emission concerns.

Who We Are

For over 15 years, Ecolink has supplied companies and organizations with environmentally preferred and environmentally safe solvent solutions. In addition to providing a wide selection of stock solvents, we also offer custom formulations that are designed for the needs of specific users. If Safe Strip doesn’t meet your requirements, we can create a paint remover that does.

To learn more about our paint gun cleaners, call us today at (800) 563-1305, or send us an email using the contact form on our website. We look forward to learning about your paint removal needs and see what we can do to help.   

Looking for an Effective Electronic Circuit Board Cleaner? SAFE STRIP may be the Solution

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PCB Cleaner

Why SAFE STRIP for Circuit Board Cleaning?

Recent interest in EcoLink’s SAFE STRIP product has highlighted its effectiveness at stripping conformal coatings, such as Dymax Multi-Cure® 984 LVUF and HumiSeal® 1B73, from PCB’s (printed circuit boards). These electronic circuit boards are developed for ruggedized displays to be used in multiple industries (Military, air traffic controlling, marine equipment,etc). Are you interested in cleaning electronics on FR4 grade boards, for use in LED and LCD displays? Your search is at an end! While often cited for its use in paint removal/clean-up, we are reminded of how SAFE STRIP can be a desirable and effective cleaning solvent for many applications.

If you’re already interested and would like to speak to someone, call (800) 563-1305 or email safestrip@ecolink.com

 

SAFE STRIP is Potent on Conformal Coatings

Our SAFE STRIP product is potent on all types of coatings, both cured and uncured. Through a single-step removal process, SAFE STRIP eliminates residue from tougher solutions like high-solids epoxy and polyurethane resin. Usage can range from a simple wipe on, rinse off to cleaning electronics such as PCBs in a parts washer with ultrasonics. Heat may be applied, up to 140°F, for faster results.

The “SAFE” in SAFE STRIP, No More “MEK”

SAFE STRIP gains appeal when seen as an environmentally friendly cleaning solvent. Compared to its peers using Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK), SAFE STRIP has a much lower Inhalation Hazard Index in addition to the following environmental and safety features:

  • Biodegradable
  • Low VOC emissions
  • Non-flammable

SAFE STRIP is Versatile and Environmentally Friendly

SAFE STRIP is recyclable and may be vacuum distilled or decanted to clean for reuse. Having a reusable solvent not only provides more bang for your buck, but adds to its benefit as a strong performing and environmentally preferred solvent. You might also take a look at our new product, SAFE STRIP G, which is a gel formulation that can adhere to vertical and overhead surfaces for residue removal. Click the product name to learn more about SAFE STRIP and the new gel solvent SAFE STRIP G.

If SAFE STRIP Sounds Right for You, Give Us a Call 800-563-1305

If you’re interested in this product and would like a sample, you can reach us at (800) 563-1305 or email us at safestrip@ecolink.com. SAFE STRIP is also available for purchase in our shop in the following quantities: