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The increasing demand for consumer electronic devices, IoT technology and rise in electric vehicles are seeing a surge in more complex Printed Circuit Board (PCBs). In addition, the complexity of PCBs continues to grow as more sophisticated devices require smaller, denser multi-layered PCBs. This density increase inevitably means there is a higher reliability risk, a…

As people became aware of the problems with IPA alcohol, many folks discontinued the use of solvents and went with dry cleaning only. However, dry cleaning has been proven to be less than desirable. As it turns out, wiping dry on a fiber end-face will generate a static charge (technically known as a triboelectric charge)…

MicroCare and our Critical Cleaning Lab lead the way on worker safety and regulatory compliance for critical cleaning processes. Still using smelly, old-style solvents? Or wasteful, high-pressure aerosol sprays? Are your cleaning fluids REACHand F-Gascompliant? Struggling with VOCsin today's low-VOC world? Or slow, expensive and energy-hungry aqueous cleaners? It's time to make the change to…

MicroCare Medical and our Critical Cleaning Lab lead the way on worker safety regulations and company compliance with all the changing rules. Still using smelly, old-style solvents? Or wasteful, high-pressure aerosol sprays? Are your solvents REACH and F-Gas compliant? Struggling with VOCs in today's low-VOC world? Or slow, expensive and energy-hungry aqueous cleaners? It's time…

Environmentally better metal cleaning is possible. In today’s world where safety, compliance and energy efficiency are paramount, vapor degreasing is a modern, planet-friendly cleaning option.  Fortunately, there are a number of good choices for ‘greener’ cleaning fluids too.Modern metal cleaning fluids meet strict global environmental regulations to help manufacturers replace outdated chlorinated solvents, like TCE (Trichloroethylene)…

Working with an aerospace customer, this video demonstrates the manner in which the MicroCare Critical Cleaning Lab solved the complex problem of cleaning a brazed heat exchanger and other complex metal assemblies used in aerospace applications. The parts need to be cleaned perfectly, quickly and efficiently. The new vapor degreasing cleaning process is faster, safer,…

Fiber optics are in many military aviation applications. This includes fighter jets, spaceflight avionics and unmanned drones.  For example, there are over 300 fiber optic connections on an F-35 Lightning aircraft. The fiber optic connectors used for military aircraft applications must be durable. They are often exposed to demanding conditions. For instance, punishing temperatures, high…

There is no standardized “cert” about hazards and safety but, in general, the MicroCare cleaners are just about as safe as you can get. Their exact performance is documented on the Product Specs and on the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) prepared for every cleaning fluid. For European customers, all MicroCare products are REACH registered for safety. Let’s take…

There are four steps to successfully cleaning PCBs (printed circuit boards). Wet, scrub, rinse and dry. The wet, scrub and rinse operations are obvious. Wet the board with a pure cleaning fluid. Scrub it using a good quality scrubbing brush. Then rinse it off with more clean fluid.  However, the dry step is often overlooked…

The MicroCare Critical Cleaning Lab solves another customer's complex cleaning problemThis customer was a large manufacturer of engines, and needed a better system for degreasing metal engine valves more efficiently. The parts were soiled with cutting oils. The current alkaline cleaner was too slow, too maintenance intensive and too expensive, and it wasn't getting the…