HOW TO CLEAN COAL AND PET COKE SHIP CARGO HOLD?
Recommended CLEANING CHEMICAL FOR CLEANINGs -
For cleaning coal and pet coke residues from ship cargo holds, you need a specialized marine chemical that can handle stubborn carbon-based deposits, greasy films, and black dust. Here's a complete overview:
Recommended Chemical: RXSOL CARGO HOLD CLEANER (Alkaline Type)
Product Name: RXSOL HOLD CLEAN – ALKALINE or RXSOL ORG CLEANER
Type: Heavy-duty water-based alkaline cleaner with degreasing properties
Application: Designed specifically for removing residues of coal, petroleum coke, clinker, and oily carbon particles from steel surfaces.
Key Features:
Effectively removes carbon, soot, coal dust, and petroleum coke residues
Non-flammable and biodegradable
Safe on painted surfaces and steel
High emulsifying power lifts oily deposits easily
Can be used in hot or cold water
Application Instructions:
Dilution Ratio:
For heavy contamination: 1:2 to 1:5 (chemical:water)
For light contamination: 1:10 to 1:20
Cleaning Steps:
Remove loose Coal or Petcoke dust with compressed air or dry sweeping.
Prepare cleaning solution in a chemical spray machine or tank.
Apply chemical using a foam gun, sprayer, or brush on the contaminated surfaces.
Let it soak for 15–30 minutes (don’t allow to dry on surface).
Rinse thoroughly with high-pressure freshwater.
Repeat process if necessary for thick or stubborn deposits.
Safety & Handling:
Use PPE: gloves, goggles, face shield
Do not mix with acidic products
Ensure good ventilation during application
Product Availability:
Available in 25 Ltrs, 50 Ltrs, and 210 Ltrs drum packaging
Immediate stock in India, UAE, Oman via RXSOL group network