What’s NEXT? – Exploring Alternatives to n-Propyl Bromide
NEXT 3000 is a brand new alternative to n-propyl bromide from Enviro Tech. It is safe, non-flammable, & can be used safely on all metals and most plastics.
NEXT 3000 is a brand new alternative to n-propyl bromide from Enviro Tech. It is safe, non-flammable, & can be used safely on all metals and most plastics.
If you’re looking for a more environmentally responsible alternative to Trichloroethylene or Perchloroethylene, Enviro Tech’s EnSolv is the solution for you
On April 8, 2022, the US EPA added n-propyl bromide (1-bromopropane or nPB) to the list of hazardous substances under CERCLA/Superfund.
Enviro Tech International is pleased to announce they are an approved source of supply vendor for Northop Grumman – CPMPOUND, CLEANER, SOLVENT intended on light to medium cleaning of interior primed and painted parts.
There’s no such thing as a foolproof engine. Even cleaning one can be hazardous if not handled with extreme care. Fortunately, you have options for nonflammable solvents and fast-drying solvents that can significantly reduce the chance of injury.
Nonflammable and fast-drying degreasing solvents, such as Enviro Tech’s nonflammable NEXT 3000 fluorinated solvent and EnSolv® n-propyl bromide-based vapor degreaser, work like any other solvent. A chemical effectively encases and removes grease and other contaminants, but the reaction is just a bit faster. That means the degreaser spends less time in the engine, which is an added safety feature.
To understand all the safety benefits of these two types of cleaning solvents, it helps to consider them separately.
One of the most common and effective fast-drying solvents is isopropyl alcohol (IPA). Depending on the temperature of the cleaning environment, IPA can evaporate very quickly. And whatever the environment, it will always evaporate more quickly than water.
In terms of nonflammable cleaning solvents, it’s easier to rule out the solvents that are flammable. If you want a nonflammable solvent, steer clear of acetone, alcohol, benzene, toluene and xylene. At the other end of the spectrum are the nonflammable NEXT 3000 and Ensolv® products. When in doubt, look for the flammability rating. At the safest end is water, which is rated 0 because it will not ignite under any circumstances. At the other end would be a highly flammable chemical like propane, which clocks in with a rating of 4.
Sounds simple enough, right? But there are caveats that make one type of solvent better than another. That’s where Enviro Tech can help. With our broad expertise in environmentally friendly and highly effective nonflammable and degreasing cleaning solvents, we can guide you to the smartest, safest choice for your application. Contact us today for more information or to request a quote.
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