Application of the Sinner Circle for more efficient cleaning
A cleaning agent alone is not enough to achieve an optimal and effective cleaning result. Various interacting factors should be taken into account. These factors are time, chemistry, temperature, and mechanics.
In 1959, chemist Herbert Sinner, a head chemist of the Henkel detergent department, defined these factors as the basis of effective cleaning and called them Sinner's circle. Time, chemistry, temperature, and mechanics interact with each other and changing one factor changes the others as well. For example, by increasing the concentration of the cleaning agent, it may be necessary to reduce the temperature, washing time, or program of the cleaning machine. To ensure the fastest, most efficient, and most economical cleaning process, you will benefit from knowing about the Sinner's circle and how it affects the cleaning result.
Four factors that will ensure an optimal cleaning result
1. TIME
Time is one of the factors affecting the cleaning results. How long does it take for the cleaning agent to take effect? The longer the surface is exposed to a chemical, the more time it has to work properly.
For instance to remove rust from marmor and car rims, the new product from Kiehl - RuginOff, an acid-free rust remover works excellent, but if you do not follow all the steps mentioned in the instructions for use, the desired result will not be achieved. The exposure time is important for this cleaning agent to form a chemical reaction. After that, the surface turns vivid purple and it is easy to remove the rust stain by scrubbing with a sponge and collecting the agent from the surface with a damp cloth.
For removing sticker or marker residue, Kiehl Tablefit works wonders. The exposure time required for the adhesive to dissolve is also important for this agent. Results will not be obtained by simply spraying the product and rubbing it off right after. Once the product has taken effect, the sticker can be easily and effortlessly cleaned with a sponge.
It is important to start cleaning sanitary facilities with the dirtiest place in the room, for example in the bathroom it will typically be a toilet bowl. Spray the sanitary cleaning solution in the toilet bowl first, then wait for it to work. Clean the rest of the sanitary area while the product is working. After some time, use a toilet brush to clean the bowl and a shiny surface is guaranteed! More information about the wide range of sanitary products from Kiehl can be found here.
2. TEMPERATURE
The temperature typically has an impact on cleaning effectiveness. The reaction between the detergent and the surface that has to be cleaned intensifies as the temperature rises because the heat activates the detergent particles. It is essential to follow the indications at which temperature the surface can be cleaned because any temperature that exceeds the permissible norm can damage the surface. If the temperature is too high, the agent can evaporate and have undesirable effects on the environment, the surface, and the health of workers. For example, high temperatures will help dissolve fat effectively, but thinner plastic containers will melt at high temperatures. On the other hand, when washing microfiber cloths and mops, a high temperature is even recommended so that the microfiber products retain their cleaning function and can absorb as much water as possible.
It is also important to remember that in order to work properly, detergents containing acids, chlorine, and solvents must be dosed only in cold water otherwise these ingredients will volatilize and also cause possible health issues.
3. DETERGENT
We often come across such dirt, which requires a cleaning agent to successfully remove it. For example, burnt protein residues or a burnt, greasy pan are sometimes a big concern. Loads of water and high temperature will not be much of a helper. A product that dissolves fats and proteins, such as Kiehl Xon-Forte is recommended in this case. It is an alkaline detergent with a pH of 13 and is created for very greasy surfaces such as convection ovens, combination steamers, grills, hobs, fryers, extractor hoods, walls, and floor tiles. It is important to use this product on surfaces that are alkali-resistant only, otherwise, the surface may be damaged.
In sanitary facilities, agents that contain acid and have a low pH level of 0 - 2 are usually used. These agents effectively remove limescale and rust. Frequent use of strong chemicals can have a negatiive effect on your health and surfaces, and therefore we recommend using pH-neutral cleaning agents for daily cleaning. Use acidic cleaning agents only if necessary.
4. MECHANICS
To achieve a good cleaning result, mechanics are very important. To facilitate cleaning work in objects, scrubber dryers as well as various specialized equipment, come in handy. We represent such well-known brands as Hako, Cleanfix, Duplex, Excentr, Sprintus, and others.
An excellent example is the Excentr type floor cleaning machine, due to its eccentric action and movements, mechanical action is increased. It performs 2850 washing movements per minute, 7mm in diameter, and can be used even without a special cleaning agent. The cleaning agent will increase the effect, but you will also get great results just by using water. Using the Excentr method, cleaning time will be significantly reduced, as will chemistry and temperature. With the Excentr type machine, tile joints can be cleaned in a very short period, quickly and effortlessly.
Washing a floor with a mop is a time-consuming and tiresome job. In addition, when washing floors with a mop, there is a risk that some of the dirt will be rubbed onto the floor again. In order to make cleaning the floors easier and more efficient the Hako scrubber-drier is great helper. The scrubber-drier is equipped with a suction system which directs the dirt into the dirty water tank and always ensures spotlessly clean floors. In addition, it is very important to properly dry the floors, because in the process a lot of dirt and sediment-producing water is removed from the floor. The Hako scrubber-drier dries the floor properly and ensures a beautiful shiny surface.
Time, temperature, detergent, and mechanics are variable factors, so they can be combined in different ways depending on the dirt, the surface to be washed and the resources available. It is important to remember - if one of the factors is reduced, it must be compensated by other factors, thus ensuring an excellent cleaning result!