The Speciality Wipes Blog

Successful surface preparation starts well before the paint is sprayed or the adhesive is applied. The condition of the surface, the contamination present and the cleaning method all influence the next stage of the process. Isopropyl alcohol—commonly known as IPA—is widely used in industrial surface preparation. But specifying an “IPA wipe” is only part of […]

Why does our customer’s presaturated wipe pack contain 114 sheets? Because the right number can deliver better value—and lower transport costs. When developing a bespoke wipe, sheet size, material and saturation level all matter. But there is another consideration that can have a significant effect on the cost of getting the finished product to the […]

At Speciality Wipes, our latest product development brings together split-fibre microfibre and our trademarked NOVOC® cleaning liquid in a pre-saturated cloth specifically designed for cleaning the chambers of Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printers. The product addresses a particular cleaning challenge: collecting the fine powder particles used in SLS printing while helping to remove stubborn […]

A bonded joint can look perfect and still contain the conditions for premature failure. A trace of release agent, an unsuitable cleaning cloth or an inconsistent application of surface activator can compromise performance before the adhesive is even dispensed. For manufacturing engineers and production managers, surface preparation deserves the same attention as adhesive selection, dispensing […]

When businesses look to reduce plastic consumption, packaging is often the first area they review. Replacing disposable containers, introducing refill systems and reducing plastic wrapping can all make a valuable contribution. However, another source of plastic can be overlooked: the wiping material used every day across the workplace. For manufacturers, maintenance teams and industrial cleaning […]

In aerospace, purchasing a cleaning wipe means choosing a product that will become part of a controlled manufacturing or maintenance process. Its purchase price is only one consideration. Customers also need confidence in its identity, consistency and the evidence behind its manufacture. Choosing an AS9100D certified manufacturer gives aerospace buyers a stronger basis for that […]

Many industrial processes require more than one type of wipe. A bonding application, for example, may involve cleaning a surface before applying a primer or surface activator. Traditionally, operators must carry and manage two separate packs—often consuming the wipes at very different rates. We have developed a simple, practical solution: a dispensing bucket with twin […]

At Speciality Wipes, flexibility means more than offering different materials or formats. It means understanding how a product will be used and designing every element around the customer’s process We recently worked with an adhesives manufacturer to develop a dry nonwoven roll that could be saturated on site by the end user. The objective was […]

Why individually sealed solvent wipes can offer stronger process control, consistency and traceability than a multi-wipe container. When wipes are used in a controlled industrial process, more is not always better. A tub or resealable pouch may appear to offer convenience and economy, but there are many applications in which a single, individually sealed sachet […]