In the aerospace industry, the reliability of mechanical components is of fundamental importance. The washing and surface treatment processes are highly critical and controlled. Washing must remove oils, particulates, and contaminants using water-based washing systems, spray or immersion, specific solvents, ultrasound, or high-pressure spraying systems. Thorough cleaning must be guaranteed without compromising tolerances. Surface treatments must also guarantee protection and improve the performance of metals by increasing resistance to corrosion and wear. Advanced coatings, such as PVD, provide superior functional properties. The combination of targeted washing and protective treatments is essential to meet the stringent safety, durability, and performance standards typical of the aerospace industry.
Discover the characteristics of industrial cleaning in the aerospace sector.
WASHING CHARACTERISTICS IN THE AEROSPACE SECTOR
We decided to create a selection process to better identify the washing or surface treatment solution.
Typical components
| Component | Washing methods | Typical contaminants to remove |
|---|---|---|
| Turbine blades and stators | Ultrasonic, high pressure, chemical baths | Oxides, metallic dust, carbon deposits, oils |
| Engine casing | Spray with alkaline detergents, ultrasonic | Oils, greases, metallic particles, sealants |
| Precision bearings | Immersion in solvents, ultrasonic, vapor degreasing | Protective oils, abrasive particles, metallic dust |
| Turbine discs | Alkaline baths, light pickling, ultrasonic | Cutting oils, oxides, machining residues |
| Fuel injection nozzles | Ultrasonic, pure solvents, internal flushing | Protective coatings, carbon, fine particles |
| Hydraulic pipes and fittings | Internal flushing with solvents/detergents, spray | Metal shavings, oils, greases |
| Electronic components (PCB, connectors) | Vapor phase cleaning, specific solvents | Solder flux residues, dust, thin oils |
| Seals and bearing segments | Ultrasonic, immersion in solvents | Greases, abrasive residues, assembly particles |
| Composite structures | Spray with neutral detergents, plasma cleaning | Release agents, machining dust, adhesives |
| Titanium parts (bolts, brackets) | Chemical pickling, ultrasonic, immersion | Cutting oils, oxides, protective greases |
| Compressor impellers | High pressure spray, ultrasonic, alkaline baths | Oxides, oils, greases, fine chips |
| Aircraft wheels and brakes | Spray with alkaline detergents, pickling | Carbon dust, hydraulic oils, metallic particles |
| Heat exchangers | Ultrasonic, chemical washing, flushing | Oils, carbon, scale deposits, oxides |
| Control valves | Solvents, ultrasonic, internal flushing | Metal shavings, oils, greases |
| Landing gear components | Spray, alkaline immersion, pickling | Hydraulic oils, greases, paints, particulates |
Treatment characteristics and corresponding machines
| TREATMENT | SERIES | TYPE OF MACHINE | IMAGE | PRODUCTION/PIECE SIZE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water-based washing/deburring Precise high-pressure spraying |
Washing cabins SPRAYMASTER SERIES |
SPRAYMASTER.TR.RR
Spray washing and deburring on a rotating table |
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Low production for medium/large parts |
| Generic water-based low-medium-high pressure spray washing | Washing cabins SPRAYMASTER SERIES |
SPRAYMASTER.CIL
Spray washing on oscillating table with oscillating ramps |
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Low production for medium/large parts |
| Precise water-based spraying for complex geometries |
Washing cabins SPRAYMASTER SERIES |
SPRAYMASTER.FX
Industrial spray and immersion washing for the complete cleaning of mechanical parts |
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Low production for medium/large parts |
| Precise water-based spraying and deburring for complex geometries |
Washing cabins SPRAYMASTER SERIES |
SPRAYMASTER.FX.RR
Industrial spray washing with fixed platform and positioned washing stations |
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Low production for medium/large parts |
| Water-based washing for complex geometries |
Washing cabins SPRAYMASTER SERIES |
SPRAYMASTER.TLT
Industrial washing for flexible FMS production line |
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Low production for medium-sized parts |
| Water-based washing and deburring for complex geometries |
Washing tunnel TUNNEL SERIES |
TUNNEL.LINEAR.RR
Industrial linear tunnel washing with belt conveyor and anthropomorphic robot |
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High production volumes |
| General or positioned industrial washing in a tunnel machine with circular conveyor | Washing tunnel TUNNEL SERIES |
TUNNEL.CIRCON
Industrial tunnel washing with circular conveyor |
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High production volumes |
| General industrial washing in tunnel machine with immersion treatment | Washing tunnel TUNNEL SERIES |
TUNNEL.HIDRO
Industrial tunnel washing with immersion treatment |
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High production volumes |
| General and positioned industrial washing in a tunnel machine with a ring conveyor | Washing tunnel TUNNEL SERIES |
TUNNEL.RING
Industrial tunnel washing with ring conveyor |
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High production volumes |
| Positioned washing and industrial water deburring in tunnel with ring conveyor | Washing tunnel TUNNEL SERIES |
TUNNEL.RING.RR
Industrial tunnel washing and deburring with ring conveyor |
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High production volumes |
| Immersion washing with water, alcohols, hydrocarbon solvents, and HFE with ultrasound | Washing tanks TANK SERIES |
TANK.US
Industrial immersion washing with ultrasound |
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Low production volumes |
| Immersion washing with water, alcohols, hydrocarbon solvents, and HFE with ultrasound | Washing tanks TANK SERIES |
TANK.MULTI.US
Industrial immersion cleaning with HFE |
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Low production volumes |
| Multi-surface treatment by immersion based on water, alcohols, hydrocarbon solvents, and possibility of ultrasound | Washing tanks TANK SERIES |
TANK.ROBOT
multi-tank system for surface treatments such as washing, phosphating, and burnishing |
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Low/medium production volumes |
| Combined spray and immersion washing with water and ultrasound | Hydrokinetic Systems HIDRO SERIES |
HIDRO.IK
Horizontal chamber system for advanced and reliable washing processes |
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Low/medium production volumes |
| Combined spray and immersion washing with biodegradable and non-toxic solvents with reduced environmental impact | Hydrokinetic Systems HIDRO SERIES |
HIDRO.CK.ECOFAST
Horizontal chamber system with solvent recovery via distiller |
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Low/medium production volumes for complex geometry parts |
| Combined spray and immersion washing with water | Hydrokinetic Systems HIDRO SERIES |
HIDRO.IC
Horizontal chamber system for deep cleaning of oily and processing residues |
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Low/medium production volumes for complex geometry parts |
| Combined spray and immersion washing with water and ultrasound | Hydrokinetic Systems HIDRO SERIES |
HIDRO.WK
Horizontal chamber system with water distiller for washing solution recovery |
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Low/medium production volumes for complex geometry parts |
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