How does an industrial steam cleaner work?

How does an industrial steam cleaner work?

Steam cleaners work by heating water past the boiling point which creates low-moisture vapor. This pressurized steam is then forced out of a nozzle, brush, or other attachment, where the vapor loosens dirt and kills bacteria. No suction is needed as high-heat moisture dries quickly.

What is dry steam cleaning?

What Is Dry Steam Cleaning? Dry steam cleaning, or dry vapor, uses water heated to 240 degrees Fahrenheit to clean and disinfect surfaces at the same time. While topical cleaners clean the surface, dry steam can sanitize and clean much deeper down.

What is a good PSI for a steam cleaner?

Typically homeowners or light commercial users should look for at least 58 psi (4 bar)”293 boiler” and above if looking to purchase a “low moisture” Vapor Cleaner. While some of your jobs will require to maximize your pressure, much of your cleaning will require you “turn it down” instead of up.

What temperature do steam cleaners reach?

245° F.
Residential units heat water up to temperatures between 150° and 300° Fahrenheit (66-149° Celsius). For example, Reliable steam cleaners typically have a steam tip temperature of 245° F. The hot steam kills dust mites, mold, mildew, viruses, and other allergens on contact as well as loosening most dirt and grime.

Is steam cleaning effective?

Used correctly, steam cleaning is a natural and effective way to remove stubborn dirt and stains. Plus, a steam cleaner kills 99.9% of household germs, including salmonella, E. Coli and Staphylococcus, as well as dust mites and surface mold. There are other advantages to using the power of steam for cleaning, too.

How hot is dry steam?

By exceeding 110 or even 120°C (248 °F), its thermal energy increases. This superheated steam is dry steam, which contains no liquid molecules, only water molecules in the gaseous state.

How hot do commercial steam cleaners get?

Steam cleaners are equipped with internal boilers or water tanks that heat water to temperatures as high as 325-degrees F. At temperatures this high, the water is transformed into steam. This powerful steam can then be used to penetrate microscopic pores on a variety of surfaces to destroy dirt, germs, and allergens.