Chemical Solutions and Innovations (CSI) developed a unique system that includes a range of specialised services to manage the products supplied by it to industry.
CSI has a proven track record that this system allows the customer to achieve optimal output, reduces costs and improve on its overall performance. Our CMS program consists of a multi-tier approach to strategically optimise customer operations. With its specialised team and holistic approach, CSI can conduct a chemical audit, supply the correct product, manage it, facilitate overall improvement and cost reduction.
The CMS program consists of 4 different levels to cater for individual operational and production requirements, these four levels can be summarised as follows:
This level consists of services relating to stock control and monitoring of products supplied by CSI.
This level includes on-site personnel with monitoring of products supplied by CSI.
This is an expanded CMS program which can span a single or multiple-shift basis with generation of monthly usage reports, filling, monitoring of all lubricating systems and includes stock control.
This level encompasses all the other levels of CMS and includes management and procurement of all production chemicals whether purchased directly from CSI or indirectly through CSI.
Level 3 & 4 CMS programs are customised to the client’s needs which can include equipment:
Evaporator Units that can treat up to 12000L/day, models can be observed on www.wsi-africa.co.za
VFU 500, models can be observed on www.wsi-africa.co.za
Automatic Dosing Systems supplied by CSI
Pneumatic Fluid Systems, Manual Decanting Containers, Oil-safe Containers and more supplied by CSI
Coalescing units, in-line filtration and other fluid treatment equipment supplied by CSI
CSI specialises in chemical audits of production facilities. This process is completed to ensure that your plant runs efficiently and can be used as the first step in determining if Chemical Management Services is a feasible proposition for your facility.
CSI’s technical team will audit every fluid in every operation in your plant to determine if it is the correct fluid and if it is being used correctly. In addition, the technical team will look at machine status, cleanliness and engage with the staff to determine if any problems are being experienced. Hereafter an audit report will be presented to the customer along with recommendations based on the findings. The next step in the process is the determination of cost-saving initiatives and where CSI can assist in the implementation of cost-saving initiatives.
The coolant concentration test analyses whether your coolant mixture is correct to ensure protection against corrosion and bacterial growth. The test is done via acidimetric titration and refractometer.
pH is one of the most common analyses in testing. An indication of the sample’s alkalinity, pH is a measurement of the activity of hydrogen ions in the sample. pH measurements are reported on a scale from 0 to 14, with 7.0 considered neutral.
This test is a method of quantitative analysis for determining the concentration of the alkalinity present in the coolant by neutralizing it with a standard solution of acid (HCl). A pH indicator monitors the progress of the acid-base reaction.
The Acid-Split Test measures the total amount of organic material that can be split from an emulsion. For most fluids, these are the non-water-soluble materials like oil, ester and fatty acids. Readings may be impacted by Tramp Oil entering the sample. A strong acid is used to separate the organic phase (oil, ester) from the aqueous phase.
Total suspended solids (TSS) is the dry-weight of suspended particles that are not dissolved, in a sample of water that can be trapped by a filter that is analysed using a filtration apparatus.
A DIN corrosion test is a corrosion testing methodology that uses special cast iron chips to measure the corrosion resistance of products over extended periods.
Dipslides are used to test for the number of Bacteria (CFU/ml)/Fungi spores in the sample.
Stain tests are done on different materials such as aluminium, yellow metals and galvanized steel to determine the effect products have on the surface appearance of these materials (compatibility test).
A CNOMO foam tester is used to determine the foaming tendency of a fluid containing emulsifiers. The test determines if the foaming issue is mechanical or chemical.
Test for the ability of water to transfer electricity; for most water-soluble products, ions in the water impact the conductivity. For some emulsions, high levels of conductivity can actually disrupt the emulsion and create a split condition.
Tests the concentration of chloride ions (ppm) in the water.
Water hardness is a measure of the amount of calcium and magnesium salts in water. The more calcium and magnesium in water, the harder the water. Water hardness is usually expressed in milligrams per litre (mg/l) of dissolved calcium and magnesium carbonate.
Chloride is a common corrosive ion that can be found in the water that is used to make up the machining coolant. Different testing methodologies are used to test the level of Chloride found in the coolant with water samples.
With CSI’s wealth of experience in various industries relating to chemical processes, CSI can offer product recommendations specific to your needs. CSI will engage in a deep insight into your required outcome, analyzing which product will maximize efficiency whilst providing the solutions to your needs. We offer products based on your expected outcomes, your needs and our wealth of experience with the production needs.
With CSI’s wealth of experience in various industries relating to chemical processes, CSI can offer product recommendations specific to your needs. CSI will engage in a deep insight into your required outcome, analyzing which product will maximize efficiency whilst providing the solutions to your needs. We offer products based on your expected outcomes, your needs and our wealth of experience with the production needs.
Is your lubricant foaming too much? Is the viscosity of your product too much for the machine’s specification? Do you not know why the formulation is not working as specified?
Too many times, production manufacturers are faced with the problem of incorrect products being used in their processes. With the nature of chemicals used in production processes, various factors can impact the results of the product in use.
CSI can assist in this problem. We will conduct chemical tests and analyse the product in production environments, detailing where, why and how the product has gone wrong. Once we have compiled the report, we offer guidelines and steps necessary to ensure your formulation works to the exact specification. If we find the formulation is inherently faulty, we will recommend a product alternative.
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