Heavy-Duty Cabinet Turntable Cleaning System
The Typhoon®-HD is ideally suited for manufacturing and maintenance applications involving chip and coolant removal, de-oiling, phosphating, rust proofing, rust stripping, paint stripping, degreasing, dirt and carbon removal, rinsing and drying. An aqueous-based cabinet-style turntable spray washer designed for single- or multi-stage cleaning processes, its proven design and durable construction make the Typhoon®-HD virtually maintenance free. Kemet offers you the industry’s most complete line of turntable washers with 7290 different configurations and 43 pre-engineered optional features. What’s more, we can deliver your tailor-made system with the fastest lead time in the industry. And of course, all washers are factory tested to provide the greatest advantage of all: peace of mind.
The vast array of features built into the Typhoon®-HD make it the cleaning system of choice. Single- or multi-stage cleaning technology combines pressure, heat and aqueous-based solutions to clean your parts to spec within minutes.
Pre-Engineered Optional Features
- Recirculating Second Stage - Comes complete with separate tank, circulation pump, spray manifold, heating elements, cycle timer and pneumatic diverter. Can be used for rinsing, rust inhibiting or multistage chemical processes.
- Automatic Sludge Removal & Grease Skim Conveyor - Automatically scrapes sludge from the tank bottom and skims floating grease from the solution surface on its return loop.
- Fixed Turntables - With 2 Guillotine Doors Fixed turntable washer equipped with vertically sliding doors at either end for flow-through operations.
- Pit Installation - Turntable is located at floor level for roll-in and roll-out of parts racks.
- Spray Manifolds - Oscillating Center Nozzle Pipe Cleans the inside of cylindrical surfaces. The safety plate retracts the nozzle pipe in case of collision with parts.
- Fixed Center Nozzle Pipe - Cleans the inside of pots, totes and drums placed upside down on the turntable.
- Extra Heavy-Duty Turntable - For loads of 10,000 to 20,000 lbs.
- 3-Tier Turntable - Simultaneously cleans 3 layers of parts.
- Horizontal & Vertical Turntables - Rotate parts around vertical and horizontal axes.
- Parts Baskets - Ensure easy loading and proper positioning of parts on the turntable. Made of steel wire mesh; available in various sizes.
- Special Fixture - Optimally positions tubular parts for cleaning and phosphating of inside diameters.
- Special Fixture - Supports bearing components for best spray exposure.
| OPTIONAL FEATURES | BENEFITS |
|---|---|
| Additional recirculating rinse stages | Enhanced process quality and flexibility |
| Freshwater rinse/rust inhibitor | Low-budget rinse and rust protection |
| Chemical concentration maintenance | Uniform cleaning results |
| Increased pump capacity | Enhanced cleaning power, shorter cleaning cycles |
| Pressure/flow control valve & gauge | Reduced spray impact for lightweight/delicate parts |
| Full-flow bag or cartridge-type filters | Higher precision cleaning & extended solution life |
| Sludge removal conveyor | Reduced chemical use & extended solution life |
| Oil coalescing unit or oil skimmer | |
| Center nozzle pipes, fixed or oscillating | Effective inside cleaning of hollow shapes |
| Swing-down nozzle pipe | Effective cleaning of high & low parts loads |
| Blow-off, plant air or regenerative, ambient or heated | Faster parts drying |
| Exhaust blower | No emissions into work environment |
| Tank pump-out package | Reduces downtime during solution change |
| Gas or steam heating | To suit customer’s energy source |
| 7-day timer to program heating cycles | Saves energy during off-shifts and weekends |
| Automatic solution level control | Maintains machine in optimal operating condition |
| High-level alarm package | Prevents solution spillage |
| Programmable logic controller | Facilitates process programming and diagnostics |
| Power operated swing-out door | Prevents back injury to operators (swing-out turntable only) |
| Side access door | Facilitates inspection of nozzle orientation |
| Double doors, hinged or sliding | Permits through-feed parts handling (fixed turntable only) |
| Loading boom | Machine loading independent of building crane |
| Parts racks, baskets, fixtures | Optimal spray exposure and fast loading |
| Sound enclosure | Maintains healthy work environment |
| Stainless steel construction | For long life, chemical resistance and appearance |
Cleaning of Railway Bearings - Case Study
Railway bearings are an essential component of rail infrastructure that ensure the smooth functioning of trains. However, as they age, railway bearings tend to accumulate grease, dirt, and other contaminants that can cause wear and tear, leading to operational inefficiencies and safety hazards. To prevent such issues, railway bearings require periodic cleaning, which is crucial in maintaining their operational efficiency. In this article, we will discuss a case study on cleaning railway bearings, including the customer's requirements, the workpiece specifications, the cleaning process, and the equipment used.
The customer in question is a railroad operator who required a cleaning solution for their used railway bearings. The customer's primary objective was to clean the bearings thoroughly, ensuring that they were visually free of solid and liquid contaminants. The customer also required a solution that would help save water and energy and was easy to install, use, and maintain.
The workpiece in question was used railway bearings that required cleaning after disassembly. The production rate was 30 bearings per hour, and the required cleanliness level was visually free of solid and liquid contaminants.
The cleaning process consisted of several stages, each designed to remove specific contaminants from the bearings. The stages included a recirculating wash stage, freshwater rinse, high-pressure wash stage, and a rust inhibitor application. Additionally, a sludge conveyor and grease skimmer were used to remove floating oils from the tank and solid contaminants from the bottom of the tank. An exhaust blower was used to remove vapor from the cabinet prior to door opening and discharge it into the atmosphere. Finally, a swing-out cabinet door was used to facilitate easy loading and unloading of the bearing rack.
Cleaning Forged Components - Case Study
Forged components are widely used in various applications, including decorative lighting fixtures. However, before they can be welded or painted, they need to be cleaned to ensure that they are free of welding slag, dust, and surface rust. In this case study, we will look at the 6-stage cleaning process that a manufacturer of decorative forged lighting fixtures uses to clean their steel components.
The customer is a manufacturer of decorative forged lighting fixtures, and the workpiece is steel components of various sizes and shapes loaded in baskets. The components need to be cleaned thoroughly before they can be welded or painted, and the cleanliness requirements are stringent. The application is cleaning, and the components need to be free of welding slag, dust, and surface rust. The cleaning process must reach every part surface of the components and effectively remove and flush away oxides and scales, as well as any residues and previously applied solution.
The cleaning process consists of six stages, as follows:
- Recirculating, Heated Alkaline Wash: In this stage, a recirculating, heated alkaline wash solution is used to effectively remove and flush away oxides and scales. The solution is circulated at a flow rate of 450 USgal/min at 70 psi to ensure that every part surface is reached.
- Freshwater Rinse to Drain: After the alkaline wash, the components are rinsed with freshwater to drain.
- Recirculating, Heated Mild Acid Etch: In this stage, a recirculating, heated mild acid etch solution is used to effectively remove any residues and previously applied solution. The solution is circulated at a flow rate of 115 USgal/min at 60 psi to ensure that every part surface is reached.
- Recirculating, Heated Alkaline Neutralizer: After the acid etch, the components are rinsed with a recirculating, heated alkaline neutralizer solution to neutralize any remaining acid. The solution is circulated at a flow rate of 115 USgal/min at 60 psi to ensure that every part surface is reached.
- Freshwater Rinse to Drain: After the alkaline neutralizer, the components are rinsed with freshwater to drain.
- Recirculating Heated Sealing Rinse: In the final stage, a recirculating, heated sealing rinse solution is used to ensure that the components are free of any residues and are ready for welding or painting. The solution is circulated at a flow rate of 115 USgal/min at 60 psi to ensure that every part surface is reached.
To ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the cleaning process, the equipment and automation used are as follows: Two Cabinet Doors: Two cabinet doors are used to allow fast reload of the system for an optimal batch-run/day. PLC with HMI: A PLC with HMI is used for automatic control of the process, programmable cycle times, system diagnostics, and status warnings. Thermal Insulation: Thermal insulation is applied to the tanks, floor in the cabinet, and a 7-day heating program is used to conserve energy.
