F.A.Q.
Parts Washers
1. What should I consider before purchasing a parts washer?
- Types of soils to be removed: Identify the contaminants you need to clean.
- Current cleaning methods: Evaluate your existing cleaning processes.
- Materials of your parts: Consider any chemical reactivity of the items to be cleaned.
- Size, weight, configuration, and quantity of parts: Determine the physical characteristics and volume of parts to be cleaned daily.
- Operations before and after cleaning: Note any processes that occur before or after cleaning (e.g., machining before, painting after).
- Type of cleaning fluid: Choose between solvent-based or water-based cleaners.
- Cleaning steps required: Identify if single or multiple cleaning stages are needed.
- Budget: Establish your financial considerations.
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2. What are the benefits of using a parts washer?
- Reduces labor time: Automates cleaning processes, saving time.
- Consistency: By using an automated or semi-automated cleaning process, your parts will come out with a more consistent level of cleanliness.
- Enhances workplace safety: Provides a safer environment by minimizing exposure to hazardous cleaning agents and repetitive motion.
- Extends equipment and parts lifespan: Removes contaminants that can cause wear and tear.
- Saves money: Improves efficiency and reduces costs associated with manual cleaning.
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3. Are other sizes and types of parts washers available from Graymills?
- From small manual units to multi-stage washers, Graymills has you covered.
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Inking Systems
1. What types of ink pumps does Graymills offer?
- Peristaltic Pumps – Ideal for precise flow control and easy cleaning - just pull the tube out.
- Centrifugal Pumps – Designed for continuous, high-volume ink circulation of lower viscosity solvent- and water-based inks.
- Diaphragm Pumps – Suitable for thicker or high-viscosity inks.
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2. Do filter mesh ratings matter?
- Yes they do! Higher mesh numbers mean smaller openings. Smaller openings provide more efficient filtration but at the risk of faster blinding, especially in dirty environments.
- Graymills recommends 30 mesh (590 micron) for corrugated, 60 mesh (250 micron) or 100 mesh (149 micron) for line or process, and 150 mesh (99 micron) for varnishes, coatings, and adhesives.
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3. Do I need a filter? A magnet?
- Graymills Superflo® filters are specially designed for flexographic and gravure ink systems, providing effective filtration to eliminate quality problems from contaminants that can also damage costly anilox rolls. Sizes for all printing applications. Filters are available standard (models HFLT/HFST/HFNT) or as surge suppressors (models DDPSFST/DDPSFNT).
- A permanent magnet (optional rare earth megaMAG available) suspended over the intake port traps ferrous particles which find their way into the ink. Ferrous particles typically come from doctor blade wear and solvent delivery pipes.