NDS’s Neutramec products not only provide a high standard of cleaning in a variety of different systems and industries but they are much better for the environment and for the safety of the staff using them.
Below is a table comparing the environmental and safety information of the different detergents which were used in the video.
LF6 Vs other parts washing detergents
| Neutramec LF6 | Mild alkaline | Hydrocarbon solvent | High alkaline |
pH | 7-8 | 8.2-8.5 | 10-11 | 14 |
Temperature range | 40-60°C | 55-80°C
| 40-70°C
| Approx 60°C
|
Recommended dilution | 1:100 | 1:100 | 1:50 | 1:10 |
Toxicity (at 100% concentration) | Harmful if swallowed, serious eye damage | Skin irritation, Serious eye irritation, chronic hazards to aquatic environment, harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects | Skin irritation, serious eye damage, harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects, may cause allergic reactions | Causes burns and toxic to aquatic organisms |
Transportation | Not hazardous | Not hazardous | Corrosive liquid | Corrosive substance |
Disposal (at working strength) | Not classed as hazardous waste | Hazardous waste | Hazardous waste | Hazardous waste |
Ecological information | Biodegradable | Bioaccumulates (kills fish) | Bioaccumulates (kills fish) | Biodegradable |
Price of working strength solution | £ | £££ | £ | £ |
For more detailed, technical information about the product, please follow the link to the product information page by clicking on the picture below.