Split-Fibre Microfibre Meets NOVOC®: A New Approach to SLS Printer Chamber Cleaning

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 […]

Fail to Prepare, Prepare to Fail – Why surface preparation is critical to bonding

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 […]

Reducing Workplace Plastic: Look Beyond the Packaging to the Wipe Itself

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 […]

Sometimes a Sachet is Better Than a Tub

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 […]

How Gas Flushing Extends the Shelf Life of Surface Activator Wipes for Critical Adhesive Bonding 

In modern automotive and aerospace manufacturing, adhesive bonding has become an essential joining technology, offering reduced weight, improved fatigue resistance and the ability to bond dissimilar materials. However, achieving a reliable bond depends not only on selecting the correct adhesive but also on ensuring that the surface preparation chemistry remains effective right up to the […]

The Biggest Risk to Your Data Centre Isn’t Power, Cooling, or Security — It’s Dust

When people think about data centre resilience, they usually focus on the obvious priorities: power redundancy, cooling systems, cybersecurity, and physical security.  These are all critical investments, often costing millions to implement and maintain.  But there is another threat that receives far less attention, despite its potential to cause serious operational issues.  Contamination. Or, more specifically, how effectively […]