Graymills immersion parts washers are designed to clean parts by placing them directly into cleaning solution, where the entire surface area of the part is exposed to the cleaning action. Immersion cleaning is especially effective for basket-loaded parts, irregularly shaped components, and applications that require extended soak time to loosen or remove stubborn soils.
Graymills immersion systems are well suited for operations that need more complete fluid contact than manual surface cleaning can provide. By helping customers match the right immersion method to the part geometry, contamination, and process requirements, Graymills makes selecting an immersion parts washer confusion free, risk free, and worry free.
Immersion cleaning is the process by which the parts to be cleaned are placed in the cleaning solution to come in contact with the entire surface of the parts. It is a highly effective degreasing method, even if not the fastest one. Options include pump and platform agitation for even better and faster cleaning.
Immersion parts washers are ideal for basket-loaded parts, longer soak times, and applications involving complex shapes or stubborn contamination that benefit from more complete fluid contact.
Traditional cleaning solvents as well as aqueous detergents, heated (aqueous only) or at room temperature can be used with Immersion Cleaning.
Performances can be improved by heating, moving the parts within the liquid or with agitation of the liquid mechanically.
Soak
Soaking is the simplest, least aggressive cleaning action. It is more effective with longer immersion time. This cleaning action is applicable where soils are easily removed and where low equipment cost is important.
Turbo Fluid Agitation
This cleaning action is a result of the constant movement of the solution through and around the soiled parts. It provides faster cleaning than manual applications. A variety of pump circulated systems are available for fluid agitation.
Lift Platform Agitation
A “scrubbing” action is achieved by continually moving the parts vertically through the cleaning fluid. The motion is accomplished by a pneumatically operated platform in the tank. The system is automatic. The cleaning action is intensified when used in combination with Turbo fluid agitation. It is ideally suited for a wide range of cleaning tasks.
Platform agitation machines:
| Series | Platform (in) | Max Part Height (in) | Max Gallons | Std. Max Lift (#) | Opt. Max Lift (#) |
| TR24 | 19.5 x 21.5 | 13 | 47 | 150 | — |
| TR36 | 25 x 31.5 | 15.7 | 118 | 200 | — |
| TL4524 | 45 x 24 | 18 | 170 | 400 | — |
| TL6024 | 60 x 24 | 18 | 224 | 400 | — |
| LKR36 | 35.5 x 24 | 20 | 170 | 550 | 1000 |
| LKR48 | 47.5 x 36 | 20 | 290 | 450 | 900 |
| LKR60 | 59.5 x 36 | 20 | 355 | 700 | 1850 |
| LKD60 | 59.5 x 36 | 30 | 490 | 700 | 1850 |
| LKD72 | 71.5 x 42 | 30 | 667 | 1750 | — |
| LKD84 | 84 x 36 | 30 | 670 | 1750 | — |
| LKR96 | 96 x 36 | 20 | 700 | 1650 | — |
Heated Solution (water-based solution only)
The effectiveness of water-based cleaning solutions increases dramatically as the temperature increases. The optimum recommended temperature is governed by the equipment and the particular detergent used.
The phenomenon of cavitation is unique in fluids. The cavitation bubbles implode, releasing high energy locally. This implosion is the heart of the ultrasonic process.
Graymills offers immersion degreasers compatible with both solvent and water-based cleaners. Heated units are not for use with solvents.
Graymills solvent parts washers are a strong choice for cleaning metal, plastic, and painted surfaces contaminated with grease, motor oil, cutting oil, water-soluble oils, and other shop soils. They are especially useful for applications involving stubborn oily or gummy residues that require effective solvent cleaning. Graymills recommends Agitene cleaning fluids to help match the washer and chemistry to the application.
Graymills aqueous parts washers are designed for water-based cleaning of oils, greases, carbon, rust, oxides, and other common shop contaminants. When used with the right Aquatene cleaner—often with heat for enhanced performance—they provide an effective alternative for applications suited to aqueous parts washing.
Designed for hands-off immersion cleaning, Graymills Turbo-Action washers use powerful pump-driven fluid movement to clean parts faster without manual scrubbing. They are a strong choice for challenging parts, blind holes, and applications that benefit from full-surface immersion in either solvent or heated aqueous cleaning.
Features: Soak, Fluid Agitation, Heated Solution, Two Sizes Available
Graymills Turbo unheated soak tanks provide simple, effective immersion cleaning with soak and fluid agitation for larger parts and heavier cleaning tasks. They are a practical choice when heated cleaning is not required, but aggressive fluid movement and full immersion are still important.
Features: Soak, Fluid Agitation, Five Sizes Available
GHS Heated Soak Tanks combine full immersion, fluid agitation, and heated aqueous cleaning for tougher soils and improved cleaning performance. They are ideal for applications where heat helps loosen contamination and speed the cleaning process.
Features: Soak, Fluid Agitation, Heated Solution, Five Sizes Available
TR-Series Liftkleen systems are compact automatic immersion washers designed for smaller parts, smaller footprints, and job-site or cell-cleaning applications. Their agitating lift platform provides quick, thorough cleaning while reducing manual handling.
Features: Soak, Fluid Agitation, Platform Agitation, Heated Solution, Two Sizes Available
TL-Series Liftkleen systems add a wide platform and high load capacity for easier access across the entire workload. They are built for tougher jobs that need automatic immersion cleaning, lift-platform agitation, and easier handling of larger or heavier parts.
Features: Soak, Fluid Agitation, Platform Agitation, Heated Solution, Two Models Available
L-Series Liftkleen washers are Graymills’ robust immersion workhorses for larger parts and heavier components. Built for long service life and intensive cleaning, they are a strong fit for manufacturing, maintenance, and repair operations that need more capacity and more cleaning power.
Features: Soak, Fluid Agitation, Platform Agitation, Heated Solution, Six Sizes Available
TUSR-Series Sonic Liftkleen systems combine immersion cleaning, lift-platform agitation, heat, and ultrasonics for more precise and thorough cleaning. They are ideal for parts that need both full immersion coverage and added ultrasonic scrubbing power.
Features: Soak, Platform Agitation, Heated Solution, Ultrasonic, Two Sizes Available
SuperSonic Liftkleen delivers Graymills’ highest-performance immersion cleaning by combining heavy-duty immersion washing with powerful ultrasonics, PLC controls, filtration, and lift-platform operation. It is designed for demanding applications that require aggressive yet precise cleaning.
Features: Soak, Platform Agitation, Heated Solution, Ultrasonic, One Model Available
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