Ultrasonic cleaning is often praised for its precision, repeatability, and efficiency, but those outcomes hinge on much more than transducer placement or generator specs. At the center of it all is the cleaning tank itself. While manufacturers tend to focus on power and frequency, the physical design of the tank is frequently overlooked, even though
Ultrasonic cleaning has become synonymous with consistency and reliability in manufacturing. It’s a go-to solution across sectors where traditional methods fall short in delivering clean parts without manual abrasion, harsh chemicals, or extended downtime. But for all its advantages, ultrasonic cleaning is still widely misunderstood. Whether it's choosing the wrong frequency, running cycles too long,
Even in highly automated environments, industrial cleaning can become a bottleneck, especially when contamination compromises product quality, drives up disposal costs, and slows production. That was the case for a well-known valve manufacturer experiencing intermittent staining on components. The manufacturer’s existing automated cleaning system wasn’t just underdelivering on part cleanliness; it was also generating approximately
Ultrasonic cleaning is often understood through the lens of cavitation, the rapid formation and collapse of microscopic bubbles that dislodge contaminants at a microscopic level. But cavitation alone doesn’t determine how thoroughly or evenly a part is cleaned. The way a part moves through the tank also plays a critical role. One of the most
In ultrasonic cleaning, quality results depend on more than just cavitation energy and detergent strength. What happens after the wash cycle can significantly affect both operational cost and consistency. One of the most overlooked factors is detergent carryover, also known as drag-out. Carryover occurs when residual chemistry clings to a part and gets transferred into
Ultrasonic cleaning is known for its precision, but many manufacturers focus solely on the equipment, such as the tanks, transducers, and automation. However, the cleaning solution plays an equally critical role. Without the right chemistry, even the most advanced system can fall short of quality standards. Ultrasonic systems provide the mechanical action, but it’s the
For over 80 years, Zenith Ultrasonics has designed equipment around one principle: results that meet specifications and exceed expectations. We understand what it takes to engineer an ultrasonic cleaning process that aligns with stringent product requirements, because we’ve spent decades fine-tuning the variables that affect cleaning performance. Over time, we’ve learned what steps often go
Cleaning requirements in industrial manufacturing vary widely depending on the part, the process, and the stakes involved. Parts vary in geometry, weight, contamination type, and the quality standards they must meet before moving downstream. What doesn’t change is the need for a system that can deliver consistent, thorough cleaning, especially in high-throughput environments where downtime,
In high-volume manufacturing, few things are as fundamental—and as underestimated—as tool cleanliness. For a major U.S. equipment manufacturer, that principle was being tested. As part complexity increased and production volume grew, their manual, solvent-based cleaning process could no longer keep up. Cleaning quality was inconsistent, labor costs were high, and solvent use raised operational concerns.
