2006-08-20 02:01:48 · 5 answers · asked by Mohamed Abdel Hady 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
What is the best chemical that we can use to clean equipment (for oilfield operation) rig wash is very expensive.
I tried some kid of surfactant but we face a problem in separation of oil and water in oil water separator
2006-08-20 19:32:31 · update #1
Say again? I willhelp if I know what you mean
2006-08-20 08:38:43 · answer #1 · answered by lykovetos 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try trisodium phosphate (TSP). It is available in most hardware stores and paint stores and is a lot less expensive than rig wash. It is like a strong version of Spick and Span. Painters use it on the outside of houses to remove all the dirt and mildew before painting. It is pretty harsh stuff so read and follow the directions on the box. Be sure to thoroughly rinse it off your truck so it doesn't damage the finish. If you wash your truck with it and then immediately rinse it off it won't hurt the finish but leaving on and not rinsing thoroughly can cause it to dull the finish.
2006-08-20 02:34:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a chemical called "Sugar soap" as used by painters to remove nicotine stains off the ceilings of pubs. A painter said it was great for cleaning "rigs" (UK) It obviously has a chemical name, but it is not sodium carbonate.
2006-08-22 11:57:18 · answer #3 · answered by xenon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're looking for a great de-greaser (which I think you are) mix coke (the drink) with equal parts water and spray. All the Coca Cola trucks are cleaned this way. Works great to de-grease coveralls too!
2006-08-20 02:08:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont know but if you run out of swarfega, then use butter and sugar - this will take all the grease and gunk off your hands!
2006-08-20 12:04:22 · answer #5 · answered by Allasse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋