z’greaser
pH: 12.5 -12.7
Caustic: NO
Degreaser: HEAVY
Phosphates: NO
Gloss Enhancers: HEAVY
Rinsing: EXCELLENT
SuperFlo Polymer: YES
Packaging: One 40-pound carton of base powder with two additional liquid additives that
will yield 55 gallons of liquid detergent concentrate.
Z’Greaser is a professional strength alkaline cleaning and degreasing solvent base
detergent. With its suspension abilities Z’Greaser has also become a huge favorite for distributors who resell liquid
detergents simply because one drum pack of Z’Greaser will generally out clean 4-6 drums of what they were purchasing. Z’Greaser is also a favorite of the contract cleaner who sends their trucks out on
the road for extended periods of time will find that carrying 1 drum of product
rather than 4-6 drums is a lot more convenient and cost effective. Not to
mention that unique situation that always ‘creeps’ up where you really need the ‘hammer & chisel’ product to break down the pollutant.
Recommended surfaces that can be cleaned with z’Greaser: Truck Bodies, Vinyl Siding, Painted Wood, Aluminum Siding, Steel
Siding, Stucco, Stainless Steel, Bare Metal, Most plastics (test), Most Awnings
(test), Canvas (may need waterproofing applied after cleaning).
Mixing Instructions: Mixing Instructions: Read and understand these instructions
before starting to mix this product. Use warm water (never hot - not to exceed
120 degrees F). Warm water helps powders go into solution more easily. Hot
water, on the other hand, will blow apart many of the surfactants utilized in
the formulary process. It is possible to use cold water but additional manual
agitation may be required. Use a clean poly drum; fill it approximately 50%
full with warm water. Place the nozzle of a high-pressure washer close to the
bottom of the drum and continue filling while adding the powder slowly. At 75%
full add the liquid additives and then continue filling. WASH AND FLUSH OUT
LIQUID CONTAINERS BEFORE DISPOSING. When the drum is 90% full all the powder
should have been added. Continue filling until the drum is full. The result is
55 gallons of liquid concentrate that is now ready for use.
Dilutions: The amount you dilute Z’ Greaser depends on many factors and cannot be covered by one statement. The
following guidelines are a starting point from which you should adjust.
Chemical dilution rates need to be adjusted because of weather conditions,
cleaning difficulty, washing method used, including PSI and whether or not you
brush, and desired result. Remember that a typical downstream injector is
already diluting the product approximately 1 part detergent to 9 parts water
(10%) for most injectors or 2 parts product to 8 parts water (20%) with an
Allison super suds sucker injector (P/N 1964).
Starting Dilution: 1 part product to 250 parts water
(Salesmen will tell you very high dilution rates attempting to make you think
their product is the best. Actual washing experience is the only way to
determine what is right for you. Remember, detergent is much cheaper than
labor.)
Washing technique (single step): Coat the surface to be cleaned with Z’Greaser at low pressure. High-pressure wash the surface removing the detergent
and released dirt. Never apply detergent to an area larger than you can wash
off prior to the detergent drying on the surface. Always apply chemical from
the bottom to the top and rinse from the top down for best results.
Washing technique (two step): Apply the first step, which is usually an acid
product, to the surface to be cleaned. Immediately apply Z’Greaser on top of the first step product. You will see the pollutant explode
from the surface. High-pressure wash the surface removing the detergent and
released dirt. Never apply detergent to an area larger that you can wash off
prior to the detergent drying on the surface.
Note: It is important to always rinse well and when you think you are done -
rinse again. This should be common practice with all cleaning solutions. Pay
special attention to horizontal surfaces that may trap detergent allowing it to
run down onto surfaces after you have washed them. Examples of where this
occurs would be run-off from tractor roofs and trailer tops. Try not to put
detergent in these areas, if you do be sure to get it rinsed off to leave a
streak free surface.
Related Chemical Products: For faster rinsing add one gallon of Speed-X 777
after mixing a drum pack of Pro Blend. Offer customers the add-on service of protecting their vehicles after washing by
applying Wax N Shine. When using Pro Blend in an application that requires dwell time consider adding
Laurox Lo foam enhancer to make the product dwell on the surface longer. This is extremely helpful for heavy grease removal (Use with foamer p/n 969410).
Make it a practice to always read and insist your employees read and understand
the MSDS that accompanies this product.
CAUTION - Avoid Alkaline Shock: Any detergent product that is applied to a hot
surface stands a chance of producing alkaline shock. The surface is hot - a
strong solution of detergent is applied - the water evaporates from the product
before you have a chance to rinse - all resulting in a dull, streaked or
tarnished surface which is often irreversible. Cool the surface down with water
first then apply the product. On real hot days turn off the burner and wash
with cold water.
Gloss Enhancers have made us famous! Order up a drum pack and see why!
