Grease, oil and heavy contamination don't all clean the same way. Different cleaning jobs need different cleaning chemistry, water-based alkaline degreasers for general grease and grime, and solvent based cleaners for oil and hydrocarbon residue. Here's a breakdown of the Trade Chem range and where each product fits.
Industrial Strength Degreaser - General Heavy Cleaning
When you need a strong general-purpose degreaser, alkaline cleaning chemistry is often the starting point. Trade Chem Industrial Strength Degreaser uses a concentrated alkaline formula designed for demanding cleaning environments.
Best suited for:
- Workshop cleaning
- Machinery cleaning
- Equipment cleaning
- Heavy grease removal
- Maintenance cleaning
Brake Cleaner - Oil & Hydrocarbon Cleaning
Some grease and contamination respond better to solvent chemistry than to a water-based degreaser. Trade Chem Brake Cleaner is a fast-evaporating solvent formulated to cut through oil, grease and brake dust residue without leaving a film behind.
Best suited for:
- Brake and clutch component cleaning
- Oil and hydrocarbon residue
- Mechanical workshops
- Stubborn greasy deposits on metal parts
Brake Cleaner is a Dangerous Good (flammable solvent) and is restricted to workplace use only. It is not sold for household or general public use.
Citrus All Purpose Cleaner - Everyday Multipurpose Cleaning
Not every job requires aggressive degreasing. Trade Chem Citrus All Purpose Cleaner offers a versatile, water-based option suitable for general maintenance and multipurpose cleaning tasks.
Best suited for:
- Everyday cleaning
- General maintenance cleaning
- Light grease removal
- Multipurpose cleaning applications
Quick Comparison Guide
| Product | Best For |
|---|---|
| Industrial Strength Degreaser | General heavy degreasing (alkaline) |
| Brake Cleaner | Oil, grease and brake dust (solvent, workplace only) |
| Citrus All Purpose Cleaner | Everyday multipurpose cleaning |
Choosing The Right Cleaner Matters
No single cleaner is ideal for every application. The best cleaning performance comes from matching the type of contamination, and whether you need a water-based or solvent-based formula, to the correct cleaning chemistry.
Shop the full range of trade cleaning chemicals at tradechem.co.nz.