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Keep efficiency, safety and hygiene on track

Nov 16, 2021 Kimberly-Clark Professional™, WypAll® X60 Cloths, Hydroknit® Technology, • Wettask™, • WypAll® X70, • WypAll® X80,


Keep efficiency, safety and hygiene on track

 

Hygiene expertise for hygiene excellence

The South African automotive industry plays an instrumental role in the country’s economy. According to Naamsa, in 2020, the broader automotive industry’s contribution to the gross domestic product (GDP) stood at 4,9%. This was down from 6,4% in 2019, reflecting the severe impact of Covid-19 on automotive manufacturing and retail as a consequence of the country lockdown restrictions during the year.

 

It is, therefore, more important than ever to maintain maximum efficiency, ensure cost-effective manufacturing and maintenance, and respond to changes in the market with flexibility. This is not only achieved through major investment and innovations, but also in the little things that yield measurable results in terms of safety, quality, costs and productivity.

 

This is where the Kimberly-Clark Professional™ product solutions come into play, enabling:

·       Efficient processes and timesaving by effective cleaning, quick refills, and custom-fitted packaging units;

·       Improved hygiene and occupational safety in all relevant areas – from production through to the workshop floor;

·       Direct savings through reduced consumption and less refinishing.

 

Lacquer work and surface finishing

The top priority when it comes to lacquering and surface finishing is protecting prepared surfaces. Even the smallest particles can lead to refinishing and result in high additional costs. Kimberly-Clark Professional™ wipers ensure that consistently brilliant results are achieved.

 

·       WypAll® X60 Cloths are lightweight, durable cloths designed to tackle a variety of light-duty wiping tasks. These clean, reliably consistent and reusable cloths are ideal for removing light oil, adhesives and debris, and are equally suitable for cleaning glass and gloss surfaces. Advanced Hydroknit® Technology ensures each cloth is strong and fast-absorbing. Available as a blue, large roll or white, brag box.

·       Wettask™ is a simple, reliable, easy to use closed-bucket wiping system for saturation wiping. Low-lint synthetic wipes with a compact or large sheet size can be pre-soaked with your choice of solvent or disinfectant. The bucket and wipes are prepared with the desired solution before use, and the solvent or disinfectant used can be marked quickly and easily using a flexible system of coloured strips. Single sheet dispensing ensures economical consumption and the ready to use, clean and fresh-soaked wipes save time. The airtight seal controls costs and improves safety by reducing spills and chemical evaporation.

·       WypAll® extra-large, 2ply single-use paper wiper is strong and absorbent, and cleans up fast without disintegrating.

 

Maintenance

Maintenance is vital to keep vehicles plus equipment and systems in good working order. The high-performance industrial wipers by WypAll® assist on the job and also help to increase and optimise the lifespan of equipment and machines.

 

·       WypAll® X70 Cloths absorb oil and water three times faster than laundered cloths. Advanced Hydroknit® technology ensures each cloth is lightweight and absorbs quickly, helping to reduce residue and allow versatile cleaning across a variety of tasks. Supplied in a flexible Right Rag Box system, giving you controlled access to protected cloths.

·       WypAll® X80 Cloths are specially designed for heavy-duty, rough surface wiping, where strength efficiency and consistency are key requirements. Advanced Hydroknit® technology ensures each cloth is strong, durable and highly absorbent without tearing. Available in a large, blue roll or as a white, ¼ fold cloths supplied in poly-packs to protect from grime or dirt touching the product whilst also ensuring you only touch the sheet you use.

 

Personal Protective Equipment

Rely on our safety workwear to protect workers while on the job.

 

·       Kleenguard™ A40 Coveralls offer comfort, breathability and freedom of movement, while providing optimum protection against dirt, solvents and other liquids. These coveralls are made of a microporous film and laminate fabric which is 30% stronger with a 3.8x better liquid barrier than the leading competitor.

·       KleenGuard® G10 Arctic Blue Nitrile Gloves provide maximum comfort and protection for tasks where safety and flexibility are key. Synthetic nitrile rubber material provides extra resistance and durability when compared with latex, making them the ideal choice for hand protection. Powder- and latex-free, with beaded cuffs for added strength and textured fingertips for improved grip.

 

Being a long-standing partner of the automotive industry as recognised experts in the best solutions for wipers, occupational safety and hygiene, we are familiar with the specific challenges of this industry. If you would like some assistance in ensuring a hygienic environment, visit https://home.kcprofessional.com/sa/hygiene-resourcesto schedule a virtual hygiene site walk with a Kimberly-Clark Hygiene Professional and let us guide you to achieve the level of hygiene your facility needs.

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