4 Ways Disposable Wipers Help Improve Industrial Safety

4 Ways Disposable Wipers Help Improve Industrial Safety

Industrial sites and manufacturing facilities can present unique safety challenges. But safety plans go beyond PPE, machine safety and designated aisles. Your wiping products play an important role in modern industrial safety too. Replacing traditional laundered rags with high-performing disposable wipers can improve both industrial safety and efficiency in industrial settings.

See how standardizing your wiper program can streamline industrial cleaning and safety, and how industrial wipers from Sellars can help.

Eliminate the risk of hidden debris & contamination

Disposable wipers are made using cellulose fibers that offer strong absorbency for tackling spills, oils and other messes. Once they are used, they are tossed in the trash, while typical laundered rags are tossed in a holding container before being laundered. However, even with commercial cleaning, laundered rags can retain contaminants like lead or metal shavings, which can be harmful to staff and machinery. Automotive laundered rags were shown to retain 10% of lead contamination even after the laundering process. Disposable wipers are clean and fresh when pulled from their packaging, so staff and equipment can stay safe from contaminants and their potential health risks.

Chemical compatibility

Disposable industrial wipers like Clean Task® Pro Strength are designed to maintain their integrity against heavy-duty cleaning agents, disinfectants, oils, solvents and industrial fluids without breaking down or leaving materials behind. Laundered rags can hold onto chemicals even after they are cleaned and cause unexpected chemical reactions. This is not the case for disposable wipers. Their predictability and single-use format means fewer opportunities for cross-contamination of chemicals.

Make cleaning tasks for tools & facilities easier

Regular cleaning and maintenance ensure tools and machinery can operate safely as intended. Having the appropriate wiping products on hand makes this maintenance easier to incorporate into your workflow. Remove accumulated grease and grime with wipers designed with absorbency and durability in mind. Sellars manufactures a full line of industrial wiping products engineered to meet the specific needs of manufacturing demands.

Designed to be task-specific & predictable

A rag is a rag is a rag. But wipers come in a variety of strengths, sizes and materials so industrial facilities can select the optimal wiper for common wiping tasks. Standardizing your wiper program while having multiple types of wipers on hand can ensure your site is making the most efficient and cost-effective choice for each task. Some tasks require low-lint to reduce contamination while others may require added strength for working with solvents. Placing the correct wipers conveniently where they are needed helps ensure staff are using the right wipers for the task at hand, improves performance predictability and removing confusion and misuse. 

When making the switch from laundered rags, or choosing a new trusted partner for disposable wipers, Sellars makes it simple. Sellars is one of only two manufacturers in the world that uses DRC technology to utilize both virgin and recycled fibers in our disposable wipers. DRC technology gives wipers additional strength and absorbency, while maintaining sustainable practices. Choosing high-performance wipers can improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime and keep production moving. Browse our industrial wiping products or request a sample kit.