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WST - Model RB Degreaser (RBD) -Aqueous-Based Alkaline Cleaner
RB DEGREASER (RBD)is an aqueous-based alkaline cleaner formulated to safely and quickly remove oils, grease and other soils from metal, plastic, rubber, tile, glass, cement, fabric and other hard and soft surfaces. It is an synergistic blend of surfactants, emulsifiers, wetting agents, alkaline builders, rust and corrosion inhibitors, anti-redeposition and rinsing aids. RBD is furnished as a high concentration cleaner which is water activated and must be dilutedto do its jobs. By simply changing the dilution ratio, this multipurpose and multifunctional cleaner can be used for a wide variety of production and janitorial applications. No need to stock many different solvents and cleaners. It has a mild, non-citrus odor.
The solvent in RBD is water, which makes this cleaner inherently safe; i.e., it is NON-FLAMMABLE, NON-COMBUSTIBLE AND NON-TOXIC. It does not contribute to ozone depletion or smog. RB DEGREASER contains no petroleum additives, no chlorinated solvents, no halogens, no butyl, no caustic soda, no VOC’s, no borates, no chlorides, no photochemicals, no ammonia and no citrus by-products. No SARA reporting is required and RBD meets OSHA, EPA and California standards. It is acceptable for use in federally inspected meat and poultry plants.
RBD is non-toxic and nonhazardous to workers and the environment. It is completely biodegradable and compatible with sewer discharge requirements.
RBD is applied by soaking, dipping, wiping, brushing and spraying. It can be used with existing cleaning equipment including ultrasonic cleaning, batch washers, pressure washers, and floor scrubbers. It may be used cold or heated to 140ºF for improved speed. Temperatures up to 200°F can be utilized without degradation.
The RBD working solution chemically breaks the molecular chain of hydrocarbons so that all deposits of oil, grease, carbons, and other soils embedded in the pores of any surface are emulsified into a water soluble solution and easily rinsed away.
RBD contains rust inhibitors and is not corrosive to metals. A synergistic blend of corrosion inhibitors provides maximum metal protection during the cleaning process. It will not harm metals including aluminum, zinc, copper, steel and brass. Surfaces rinse squeaky clean of any film or residue and are ready for painting, plating, anodizing or packaging.
The environmental formulation includes a demulsifier which increases the active life of the cleaner and allows for easy treatment of spent solution. Oils/Greases/Soils stay emulsified with normal agitation. When agitation stops – complete separation occurs within 1 hour. Fats, oils and grease rise to the surface for easy skimming and removal.