CLEANDEG - Cylinder Cleaning and Degreasing Service

Industrial Cylinder Degreasing Service

The Cleaning of Degreased Cylinders is a specialized service offering for the maintenance and safety certification of high-pressure gas cylinders. In the welding and industrial sectors, the integrity of gas cylinders is paramount. Contaminants such as oil, grease, dirt, and moisture can enter cylinders through various means, including back-feeding from welding equipment or exposure to harsh industrial environments. This service code (CLEANDEG) covers the professional cleaning and degreasing required to remediate these issues and prepare cylinders for safe refilling.

Critical for Oxygen Safety

The most common application for this service is the preparation of cylinders for Oxygen Service. Standard industrial cylinders may tolerate minor impurities, but any vessel holding compressed oxygen must be completely free of hydrocarbons. Oil and grease can spontaneously ignite in the presence of pure, high-pressure oxygen. Our degreasing process utilizes industrial-strength, non-reactive cleaners to emulsify and remove these dangerous contaminants, ensuring the cylinder is chemically clean and safe for oxidizer service.

Process and Compliance

Our cleaning service follows rigorous protocols to ensure compliance with safety regulations. The process involves:

• Inspection: Initial assessment to identify the type and extent of contamination.
• Chemical Cleaning: Application of degreasing agents compatible with the cylinder material (steel or aluminum).
• Rinsing and Drying: Thorough flushing to remove cleaning agents, followed by heated drying to eliminate moisture, which is critical to prevent internal corrosion.
• Verification: Final inspection to ensure no residue remains.

This service is essential for customers converting cylinders from one gas service to another (where permitted), or for rehabilitating cylinders that have been flagged during pre-fill inspections. By maintaining clean cylinders, you protect your regulators, flowmeters, and welding torches from clogging and damage caused by particulate matter. Ensure your operations remain safe and efficient with professional cylinder cleaning and degreasing.