Investing in a reliable pyrolysis oven allows you to decrease maintenance efforts, keep operating costs low, and ensure the metal parts on your production line function at their best for longer. Given the ever-present goal to be as sustainable as possible, it is a must to reuse metal parts that have been exposed to polymer melt. The right pyrolytic oven enables you to jet clean them using thermal oxidation techniques that work.
Our Range of Thermal Cleaning Systems
We offer different sizes of pyrolytic ovens to suit your specific requirements. The chamber of our "mini" jet cleaner measures 9.5 inches in diameter and 12 inches in length. We also offer 6 larger models, ranging from 15.5 to 36 inches in diameter, and from 23.5 to 72 inches in length.
BKG® Jet Cleaner Mini
Our smallest unit is a free-standing console model and can easily be installed in any area with available water supply,...
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BKG® Jet Cleaner
The larger JCP models are ideally suited for small to intermediate-sized cleaning applications.
Learn moreAdvantages of Pyrolysis
Pyrolysis is a thermal cleaning solution that successfully removes polymer residue from metal parts by breaking it down. For example, pyrolysis can be used to clean your BKG® Die Plates & Cutter Hubs for underwater pelletizing systems, and your Filtration Accessories, e.g. the BKG® FlexDisc™ filter stack (a medium for the filtration of contaminated polymer melt). Here are just a few reasons why customers choose our jet cleaners as their preferred method of polymer removal.
- Compared to using solvents, pyrolytic ovens can be an economical choice to keep your production line functioning smoothly and reduce maintenance and downtime.
- Pyrolysis is the preferred choice for removing polymers that may not respond well to cleaning methods that rely on solvents.
- This thermal cleaning process ensures your parts are successfully cleaned without the risk of oxidation.
- Pyrolysis is an efficient solution that requires less labor than other methods.
If you have more questions about the advantages of jet cleaners and the pyrolysis cleaning process, our team is here to help.
Suitable Materials for use with Jet Cleaners
Our jet cleaners are designed to efficiently remove a wide range of molten polymers from metal parts. Use the list below to quickly determine whether the polymers you process can be removed using our thermal cleaning equipment. If there’s another polymer you regularly process, please contact us to find out if our jet cleaners are suitable, and how we can customize our thermal cleaning systems to meet the demands of your production line.
- Polyolefins: PE, PP, PB, EVA, EVOH
- Polyester: PET, PBT, PC, PTT, PEN
- Polyamides: PA6, PA6.6, PA12, PPA
- Halogenated Polymers: PVC, PTFE, PVDF
- Polyacrylates: PAN, PBA, PMA, PMMA
- Polystyrenes: PS, ABS, SB, SBS, SAN
- Polysulphides: PPS, PSU, PES, PPSU
- Biopolymeres: PLA, PEA, PVAL, PPOX
- Polyetherketones: PAE, PEK, PEEK
- Polyimides: PI, PBI, PEI, PBO, PMI
- Polyurethanes: PUR, TPA, TPO, TPU, Spandex
- Special Polymers: LCP, POM, BR, NBR
A Trusted Pyrolytic Oven Manufacturer
With over 50 years of experience as a leader in the polymer processing industry, Nordson BKG® is trusted by customers worldwide to provide innovative solutions to common manufacturing problems.
Our collection of jet cleaners offers the high-quality thermal cleaning solution you need to keep your production line running smoothly and ensure your metal parts last longer.
If you’re considering further optimizing your polymer processing lines, we encourage you to also consider the screen changers, melt filters, pelletizers, polymer valves, extrusion dies, coextrusion feedblocks, and fluid coating systems available from Nordson Polymer Processing Systems.
Speak with an Expert
Nordson is known for its exceptional customer service. Our knowledgeable team is available to help you determine whether our jet cleaners are the best solution to optimize your production line, and discuss the pros and cons of our pyrolysis furnaces. With offices worldwide, we have local experts available to guide you no matter where you’re located.FAQs
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Q: What is pyrolysis?A: Pyrolysis is a thermal cleaning method that uses heat to break down organic material (for example, polymer residue).
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Q: Why is pyrolysis a recommended thermal cleaning method for metal parts?
A: There are several reasons why manufacturers choose pyrolysis as their preferred cleaning method. Here are just a few:
- Pyrolysis is an economical choice compared to many cleaning solutions that require the use of solvents.
- Using a pyrolysis oven allows your team members to catch up on other tasks while cleaning takes place.
- Pyrolysis is a thorough and effective self-cleaning solution that does not require oxidation.
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Q: Do your jet cleaners come in different sizes?
A: Yes, we offer seven different models, ranging in size from 9.5 to 36 inches in diameter and 12 to 72 inches in length.
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Q: Which size jet cleaner is right for my application?A: The right size jet cleaner for your operation will depend on the size of your metal parts and your production line. Get in touch for professional guidance to choose the right pyrolytic oven for your application.
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