Hypox Cleaning System

Fi-Tech has added MOVEngineering to our vast list of products and services that we are able to offer to the fibers and nonwovens industries. The HYPOX unit is a safe, efficient, two step, hydrolysis based polymer removing process for metal and ceramic parts alike. The basis for the cleaning process is a superheated steam, followed by an oxidation phase.

Polymers such as polyester and polyamides tend to reticulate as they reach higher temperatures, making it even more difficult to remove them. The superheated steam during the hydrolysis stage breaks down the molecular chains of these polymers and allows for the vaporization of the polymer in an oxygen free environment, eliminating the risk of combustion or explosion. As a result, this method avoids the build up of gels and carbon residue on the pieces being cleaned. The hydrolysis action guarantees homogenous heating of the parts erasing the possibility of distortions or deformations. The cleaning process is equally effective on polyolefins.

The HYPOX system does not produce toxic fumes or any solids to dispose. Waste water is able to be sent to a sanitary sewer in most cases.

The following are examples of what components are able to be cleaned using HYPOX:

• Assembled Filter Housings
• Filter Candles and Segments
• Assembled Spin Packs containing metal, sand, or quartz
• Spinnerets with circular or shaped holes
• Gear spin pumps
• Extruder Screws, heads, manifolds
• Ceramic Spinnerets and Discs

Feel free to contact Fi-Tech for a free of charge cleaning.

Fi-Tech, Inc., 501 Research Rd., Richmond, VA 23220. Tel: 804-794-9615; Fax: 804-794-9514.