First Low Temperature Cleaner for Efficient & Sustainable Aluminum Beverage Can Manufacturing

The lower the temperature, the higher the impact: Henkel has developed an innovative low temperature cleaner for aluminum beverage cans that will soon be available globally. When used in traditional spray systems, BONDERITE C-IC 72000 series cleans at a 30% lower temperature, reducing natural gas use and in turn, lowering the plant’s carbon footprint. Results will vary from plant to plant based on their processes, however during a recent trial, a customer reduced their natural gas use which contributed to a 38% reduction in their carbon emissions!

Apart from reducing energy consumption, the cleaner also optimizes water usage, as it has been found to generate 75 percent less foam than traditional cleaners in Henkel laboratory studies.

BONDERITE C-IC 72000 Series Cleaner Features and Benefits

Operating temperature reduced from 140°F to 110°F (60°C to 43°C):

• Less natural gas usage and lower CO₂ emissions
• Safer work environment
• Less evaporative losses
• Less wear and tear

Reduced Foam compared to conventional cleaners:

• Reduce foam carry-over
• Optimize water usage 

Extends cleaning system service life:

• Reduced residue for cleaner rinse stages
• Less evaporative losses; saving water
• Less corrosive environment; extends lifetime of steel washer and parts

Global availability:

• The BONDERITE C-IC 72000 series product range will include traditional 2-pack systems that use separate etchant additions, as well as available in single-pack formulations with combined cleaner and etchant in a range of activity levels to suit local market needs
• Local formulations will be available in all regions throughout 2023