In-Line Cleaning and Degreasing with Industrial Steam
A highly effective solution is in-line washing and degreasing using steam. It offers immediate savings in terms of detergent costs, reduced water use and labor. Click here to watch our videos of our in-line and conveyor belt cleaning systems.
Steam washing and degreasing on industrial, mechanical, food and pharmaceutical production lines
Steam washing and degreasing offers a number of advantages over the traditional manual method (rag with chemicals and solvents):
- Fast and safe for the operator (no physical contact with chemicals)
- Economical (no dirty water to dispose of, does not dirty the floor or walls, unlike high pressure washing, no need to disassemble or mask sensitive parts)
- Safe for machinery, the contained pressure (145 PSI), does not damage sensitive components such as electrical parts, sensors, gaskets, filters.
- Equipment can be immediately reused after cleaning. The steam treated surface increases in temperature and dries by immediate evaporation.
The Case for In-Line Dry Steam Cleaning
Traditional degreasing and cleaning methods — solvent baths, aqueous washers, pressure washing — require separate cleaning stations, significant floor space, and high operating costs. REA in-line dry steam systems eliminate these constraints by integrating cleaning directly into the production flow.
Clean at Production Speed
REA in-line systems are designed to operate at your line speed, cleaning and degreasing components as they pass through without stopping or slowing production. This eliminates the need for buffering, re-handling, or dedicated cleaning shifts.
No Chemicals, No Wastewater
Dry steam requires no cleaning chemicals and produces minimal wastewater — just a small amount of condensate. This simplifies compliance with environmental regulations and eliminates the cost and complexity of chemical procurement, storage, and disposal.
Suitable for a Wide Range of Materials
REA in-line systems effectively clean steel, aluminum, copper, profiles, tubes, wire, coils, and sheet metal. The dry steam is gentle enough not to damage precision surfaces while still removing drawing oils, stamping lubricants, and light oxides reliably.
Contact REA Steamers USA to discuss how in-line dry steam cleaning can be integrated into your specific production process.