TFB Traffic Foam Blanket
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PRODUCT CODE: TFB
Product Description
A special cleaning preparation for use with equipment which produces a stable cleaning foam. This foam may be left in site for a few minutes in order to derive a prolonged cleaning effect but is easily rinsed away with water at the appropriate time. This material is a heavy duty, strongly alkaline cleaner, for the removal of stubborn traffic film from commercial vehicles, also for degreasing engines, chassis and components.
The new foam blanket technique allows vehicles to be cleaned with much less hazard from airborne alkaline overspray, compared with normal pressure spray washing. This because the cleaning is done with plain water as the foam blanket is pressure rinsed off. This new technique is also economical in the use of cleaning chemical, since most of the machine running time is with plain water.
Directions
Normal working strength is in the order of 0.5% at the working nozzle, using hot or cold water.
Working conditions should be as mild (lowest temperature, lowest concentration, shortest dwell time) as possible. It is important to adjust working conditions to avoid damage to alkali sensitive surfaces. It is most important to avoid excessive feed rates with this product, excessive concentrations can damage paintwork or alkali sensitive materials. Metallised plastic and aluminium trim are very alkali sensitive, this product is to be used on such items strictly at the user's risk.
Do not allow foam to dwell for more than a few minutes or to dry on. Rinse foam away with plenty of plain water as soon as the soil is penetrated. Always run plain water through the equipment immediately after use.
Health and Safety (for undiluted product)
Irritant. S.I.No. 1824.
Contains sodium hydroxide (0.5-2.0%).
Avoid all contact with alkali sensitive metals such as aluminium.
R37/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Store in a cool, dry place protected from frost and away from acids and strong oxidising agents.
S2 Keep out of reach of children.
Section 18
Produced by Morclean Jan 1998 wpd 'tfb[fron' rc 6.0
PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET
(1) IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: TRAFFIC FOAM BLANKET
CODE: TFB
SUPPLIER: MORCLEAN (HEAD OFFICE & ACCOUNT)
Stephenson Road,
Speedwall Industrail Estate, STAVELEY, Chestersfield, England S43 3JN
Tel: (Chesterfield) 01246 471147
Fax (Admin & Sales): 01246 471247
Fax (Spares/Parts): 01246 270500
(2) COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Sequestrants 5-15%
Sodium hydroxide 0-1%
Ssurfactants 5-15%
Active content: 20% nominal.
(3) HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EYE CONTACT: Will cause severe irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Will cause irritation.
CONTACT WITH RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: Not a hazard in normal use.
FLAMMABILITY: Not combustible.
OTHER: Not applicable.
(4) FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with water, holding eyelids apart, for at least 10 minutes. Seek medical assistance at once.
SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists.
INHALATION: Not applicable.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Give 200-300 ml of water to drink and seek medical assistance immediately.
(5) FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Not applicable.
(6) ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
Take the necessary precautions to prevent contact. Shut off leaks if this can be done without personal risk. Contain the spillage if possible. Keep the area clear. Flush to foul sewer with a large quantity of water.
Observe Local Authority regulations.
(7) HANDLING & STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from frost and away from acids and strong oxidising agents.
(8) EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE PROTECTION: Chemical splash goggles.
HAND PROTECTION: Wear impervious gloves.
BODY PROTECTION: As necessary to prevent contact.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not a hazard in normal use. Use in a well ventilated area with properly adjusted equipment. Avoid breathing vapour/spray.
OTHER PROTECTIVE MEASURES: Not applicable.
(9) PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE: Colourless liquid.
ODOUR: Mild, characteristic.
pH 1% IN WATER (TYPICAL): 10.2
BOILING POINT: 100?C
MELTING POINT: Not applicable.
FLASH POINT: None.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMP: None.
EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES: Not applicable.
OXIDISING PROPERTIES: None.
VAPOUR PRESSURE: 17.5 mm Hg at 20?C
RELATIVE DENSITY AT 20?C (TYPICAL): 1.082
SOLUBILITY: Miscible with water.
VISCOSITY: Free flowing.
(10) STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
HAZARDOUS REACTION: Incompatible with strong oxidising agents and acids.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None known.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERISATION: Will not occur.
STABILITY: Stable.
(11) TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EYE CONTACT: Will cause severe irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Will cause irritation.
INHALATION: Not a hazard in normal use.
INGESTION: Low toxicity. Will cause irritation of gastro-intestinal tract due to alkalinity.
LONG TERM: Ingredients are not mutagenic or carcinogenic.
(12) ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Do not allow this product to enter water courses untreated.
(13) DISPOSAL
Consult national and local regulations.
Dilute well with water and dispose of in an approved and permitted biological treatment plant.
(14) TRANSPORT INFORMATION SI Number 1824 for transport.
(15) REGULATORY INFORMATION
Occupational exposure limits: Sodium hydroxide 2mg/M?
OES 10 minute STEL
(Xi) Irritant. (R36/38)
(16) OTHER INFORMATION
It is for users to satisfy themselves of the suitability of this product for their own applications.
This information is believed to be accurate at the time of printing and is given in good faith.
Produced by Morclean WPD6 'tfb' rc 6.1
Date of issue: 8 Jan 1998