The Benefits of Ultrasonics

There are numerous ways to clean and finish parts in industrial settings, with certain methods being better than others in certain circumstances. One method, however, stands out above the others due to its unique and innovative way of cleaning. This method is known as ultrasonic and has become popular in many industries, including jewelry, firearms, automotive, medical, and electronics, for being able to clean many parts quickly and efficiently. The benefits of ultrasonics lie in this efficiency and versatility and you should absolutely consider using this method in your business processes.

How It Works

Ultrasonics work by submerging the workpieces that are being cleaned into a liquid, either water or some kind of cleaning solvent, and then blasting the liquid with ultrasonic waves. These waves agitate the liquid, creating microscopic bubbles that break apart from the workpieces, taking dirt, grease, and anomalies with them. The force of the popping helps clean as well, removing lingering stains and providing a clean on an incredibly deep level. Ultrasonic processes tend to be automatic, allowing for many pieces to be cleaned without much operator input and allow for the process to run even more smoothly.

Quick and Effective Cleaning

The main benefit to ultrasonic cleaning is the fact that it is a quick process. Most batches of parts can be cleaned within five to twenty minutes and batches can be of a respectable size. This allows for an efficient system in which parts are constantly brought through the equipment and productivity can be enhanced by this automatic process. Additionally, as noted earlier, ultrasonics lead to a deep clean, removing stains on a microscopic level. This is useful in all fields, but particularly in those that deal with parts that need to be completely clean or are too small to effectively clean through other methods. Finally, no harmful chemicals need to be used in ultrasonic cleaning, although they can be if it suits the kind of material being cleaned.

Ultrasonics are innovative and effective and have found a home in many industrial facilities. At Mikro Industrial Finishing, we supply premier cleaning equipment, as well as offer the ability to complete small batches in our Job Shop, should you choose not to invest in your own equipment. Whichever route you decide to pursue, we highly recommend ultrasonics and hope you find a home for them in your business facility. To learn more about our equipment and services, please call us any time at (860) 875-6357.