The benefits of FYREWASH® blade wipes

At Rochem, we specialise in gas turbine compressor cleaning. For optimum results, we recommend a cleaning schedule that incorporates both on-line and off-line washes to thoroughly remove problematic foulants.

On-line washing is simple: atomised cleaning fluid is injected into the compressor during normal turbine operation. But what about those thorough, manual off-line cleans? What products should you choose and how should they be applied? Allow us to introduce our convenient and effective FYREWASH® blade wipes, making manual cleaning quick, easy and effective.

Why is cleaning important?

Anyone running a gas turbine wants it to be

a) productive,

b) efficient and

c) reliable.

Neglecting to clean the gas turbine compressor compromises all three of these objectives by allowing foulants to accumulate.

Contaminates such as salt, pollen and pollution enter the system via the air inlet while hydrocarbons and lubricants can come from internal leaks. Their presence is unavoidable (no matter how effective your air filtration system), and as they build up, airflow is interrupted and efficiency impacted. Left unchecked, foulants can cause a complete failure of the system resulting in unscheduled shutdowns and a shorter working life of your turbine.

A regular cleaning schedule of on-line washes which minimise foulant build-up and off-line cleans which tackle any stubborn residue regains lost power while keeping your gas turbine compressor running productively, efficiently and reliably.

What are FYREWASH® blade wipes?

FYREWASH® blade wipes are nonwoven, lint-free wipes pre-soaked with FYREWASH® cleaning chemical. They are designed to be used by hand, manually wiping away foulants when off-line cleaning gas turbine compressors. They are particularly useful for tricky-to-reach areas such as inlet guide vanes and other parts of the compressor air inlet.

Foolproof and reliable, FYREWASH® blade wipes come ready-to-use with the correct concentration of chemical which targets a broad range of foulants. Non-hazardous and user-friendly, you can use in confidence knowing that the lint-free wipes will not damage delicate components, nor will they leave problematic residue. Using wipes in this way also minimises chemical waste.

Our top tip is to make use of used, dried wipes a second time to thoroughly remove any deposits and moisture without leaving lint behind.

Do I need wipes if I do regular on-line washes?

Although regular on-line washes with an appropriate chemical are the best way to keep fouling to a minimum, some build-up of contaminants is inevitable. An occasional off-line wash is thoroughly recommended and, for manual cleans, FYREWASH® blade wipes come into their own.

FYREWASH® blade wipes at a glance

• Nonwoven, lint-free cleaning wipes pre-soaked with FYREWASH®. (Both wet and dry wipes are available.)
• Packaged in convenient bucket dispensers containing 200 wipes on a roll.
• Wipes measure 38x16cm each and are separated by perforations.
• Typical properties: Density 1.00g/ml@ 20°C, PH 7 - 7.5 (20% in water).
• Non-hazardous.
• 5 year shelf life.
• All FYREWASH® chemicals are backed by our unique high value product liability insurance.

Find out more

FYREWASH® blade wipes are a convenient, effective method of manual off-line cleaning, making it easier to get your turbine up and running again. Click here to find out more about our industry-leading FYREWASH® blade wipes or download the brochure here.

If you’ve got any questions for our knowledgeable team or would like to place an order, please get in touch. We’ll be happy to discuss your requirements.