How should degreasers be stored to maintain their effectiveness?

Degreaser Storage Guide: The Key to Maintaining Results

Degreasers are chemical agents commonly used in industrial production and daily life to remove pollutants such as grease and dirt. In order to ensure the effectiveness and safety of degreasers, the correct storage method is essential. The following will elaborate on the storage points of degreasers from multiple aspects to help you maintain its effectiveness to the greatest extent.

1. Storage environment

1. Temperature control: Most degreasers are sensitive to temperature. Too high or too low a temperature will affect their performance and stability. Generally speaking, degreasers should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated environment, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. The specific storage temperature should refer to the product manual, and it is usually recommended to be between 15-25℃.

2. Humidity control: A humid environment will cause the degreaser to absorb moisture, reduce its concentration and decontamination ability, and may even cause deterioration. Therefore, the storage environment should be kept dry and the relative humidity should be controlled below 60%.

3. Good ventilation: The volatile gases emitted by the degreasing agent may be harmful to human health, so the storage environment should maintain good ventilation conditions to avoid the accumulation of harmful gases.

2. Packaging and Containers

1. Storage in original packaging: Whenever possible, store the degreaser in its original packaging, as the original packaging is usually specially designed to effectively isolate air, moisture and light, thus extending the shelf life of the product.

2. Sealed container: If the original packaging is damaged or needs to be repacked, you should choose a well-sealed container, such as a plastic bucket or glass bottle with a sealing lid. Avoid using metal containers because some degreasers will react with metal.

3. Clear labeling: The name, concentration, production date, expiration date and other information of the degreaser should be clearly marked on the storage container for easy identification and use.

3. Classification and storage

1. Acid-base separation: Acidic degreasers and alkaline degreasers should be stored separately to avoid neutralization reactions and reduce the decontamination effect.

2. Isolation of flammable and explosive items: Some degreasing agents are flammable and explosive items and should be stored separately from other chemicals and equipped with corresponding fire-fighting facilities.

3. Avoid mixing: Different types and brands of degreasers should not be mixed to prevent chemical reactions or cross contamination.

4. Safety precautions

1. Personal protection: When storing and using degreasers, you should wear protective gloves, masks and goggles to avoid skin contact and inhalation of harmful gases.

2. Keep away from fire sources: The degreaser should be kept away from open flames, heat sources and flammable and explosive items to prevent fire or explosion accidents.

3. Leakage treatment: If the degreaser leaks, it should be immediately covered with absorbent materials (such as sand, soil), collected in a special container, and safely handled in accordance with relevant regulations.

5. Regular inspection

1. Appearance inspection: Check the appearance of the degreaser regularly to see if there are any abnormalities such as discoloration, precipitation, stratification, etc. If any abnormality is found, stop using it immediately and consult a professional.

2. Check the validity period: Pay attention to the validity period of the degreaser and avoid using expired products. Expired degreasers not only have reduced decontamination effects, but may also pose safety risks.

6. Other matters needing attention

1. Usage control: Use the degreasing agent reasonably according to actual needs to avoid waste and environmental pollution.

2. Waste liquid treatment: The used degreasing agent waste liquid should be safely treated in accordance with relevant regulations to avoid direct discharge into the environment.

7. Storage points for different types of degreasers

1. Water-based degreaser: Water-based degreaser is prone to bacterial growth and should be stored in a cool and dry place, and its status should be checked regularly. If odor or turbidity is found, stop using it immediately.

2. Solvent-based degreaser: Solvent-based degreaser is flammable and volatile and should be stored in a cool, ventilated place, away from fire and heat sources.

3. Alkaline degreaser: Alkaline degreaser easily absorbs carbon dioxide in the air, causing the concentration to drop. It should be stored in a sealed container and its concentration should be checked regularly.

Summarize

The correct storage method is the key to maintaining the effectiveness and safety of degreasers. By controlling the storage environment, selecting appropriate packaging and containers, storing in categories, paying attention to safety matters, regular inspections, and understanding the storage points of different types of degreasers, the service life of the degreaser can be extended to the greatest extent, ensuring its decontamination effect and safety.