Guideline formulary

Automatic Wash
Manual Wash
Drying-aids
High Pressure Cleaning
Complementary Cleaning

The technology of the surfactants applied to the care of your vehicle

 GuidelineFormulations
Guideline Formulations
the washing process
1 pre-wash
During the first step most of the grime, road-film and large dirt particles are removed
from the paintwork by spraying a high alkaline solution over the car in combination with
the high pressure effect. The solution contains chemicals that begin loosening the
roughest dirt which will be later removed entirely by means of the products applied in
later steps , together with the action of the brushes. After the pre-wash, the surface of
the car is wet down and prepared for the application of the detergents.
The cleaning power required for the pre-wash is highly dependent on the degree and
nature of dirt, which varies among different geographical zones, seasons and type of
vehicle to be washed.

active foam 2

The combination of foam-forming surfactants, water and air creates a dense lather that
covers the paintwork entirely, acting intensively during this period. Active foam ensures an
outstanding cleaning action, while gently breaking down the dirt which has been left
behind, carrying it away from the surface. The dirt is kept in suspension, which facilitates
rinsing later. The chemical mixture typically contains some coloring agent, to make the
foam more obvious and pleasing to the eye.

3 shampoo

The shampoo plays an important role. Besides cleaning, it softens the surface of the
paintwork, thereby maximizing the mechanical action of the brushes and protecting
it from scratching. After applying the shampoo, the surface takes the acidic
character, which necessary for the optimal performance of the rinse-aid agent.

polishing 4

Polishing is usually optional in most carwash tunnels. The objective of this step is to cover
the scratches that the paintwork might have, providing an even surface. This process,
apart from protecting, leaves the surface in better physical condition for applying the
rinse-aid and protection waxes.

5 rim cleaner

Rims are particularly prone to dirt from the abrasive wear of the braking system. The rims
should therefore be cleaned regularly, not only from an aesthetic point of view, but also
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the rims. The effect of the wheel brushes in standard automatic carwashes, are generally
not efficient. A specific chemical cleaner is often required.

rinse-aid 6

This chemical blend, thanks to its hydrophobic character, reduces the surface tension
of the water remaining from the rinse-off detergents; which creates an instantaneous
water layer break. The water shrinks, forming large drops that are easily carried away
from the paintwork by the effect of the blower. An efficient rinse-aid agent helps to
reduce spotting and minimum wipe-down time can be achieved.

blower
This cleaning sequence can be applied to both automatic tunnels and roll-overs. However, these can take
different configurations and may offer more complex cleaning programs than the explained here.
 Guideline Formulations
automatic washing
(*) order of addition –S:stir

30 –50 mL
1:50
pre-wash
Energic Wash
Regular Wash
Alkaline D-138
Alkaline D-137 (*)
DANOX® DB-1 3.0 6/S
FINDET® 13/21 3.0 5
AKYPO® RLM 45 CA 3.0 5 TETRANYL® DM-24 2.1 4
FINDET® 13/21 2.0 4/S NaOH (50%) e.q. 7/S
MELIOSOL® CU-40 5.0 3 NTA·3Na (40%) 4.0 2
NTA·3Na (40%) 3.2 1/S TPPNa 3.0 3/S
TPPNa 3.0 2/S Na2SiO3·5H2O 3.0 1/S
NaOH (50%) e.q. 6/S
Deionized water up to 100% 0
Deionized water up to 100% 0
pH 12.0 –12.5 pH 13.0

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For the toughest grime, D-138 offers the most outstanding solution. Containing DANOX® DB-1, the
emulsifying properties are enhanced and the cleaning power of the formulation makes it a secure option for
all kinds of dirt. D-137 is the ideal choice for a lower level of demand, without renouncing the quality of
surfactants.
Dilution for manual application can range from 0.5% to 5%. For automatic wash, regulate the pump flow to
have the same concentration as in manual. Leave the dilution in contact with the surface for two or three
minutes, and rinse it off completely with water.

10 – 15 mL active foam
1:500
Premium Quality
Cheap & Effective Alkaline D-143
Neutral D-141 ALFANOX® 46 20.0 3
EMAL® 227E or 228D 30.0 2 BETADET® HR 10.0 4
ALFANOX® 46 10.0 3 NTA·3Na (40%) 10.0 1/S
EDTA·2Na 4.0 1/S TEA (100%) 5.0 2
NaOH (50%) e.q. 4 NaOH (50%) 0.2 5/S
Dye(s) e.q. 5/S Dye(s) e.q. 6/S
Deionized water up to 100% 0 Deionized water up to 100% 0

pH 7.0 pH 12.0 –12.5

When it comes to generating foam, the mixture of anionic surfactants is an effective and low-priced
alternative (D-141). A more sophisticated foam, with higher quality and cleaning properties, can be
achieved with the formulation D-143 thanks to the effect of the cocamidopropyl betaine. By adjusting the
air/water ratio of the dossification pump, the foam volume ca be controlled.
 Guideline Formulations
automatic washing

5 –10 mL shampoo
1 : 1 0 00
Ready for drying
Soft Shampoo Acidic D-140
Neutral D-139 AKYPO® RLM 45 CA 5.0 3
SULFONAX® 2.0 2
EMAL® 227E or 228D 10.0 3
BDG 4.0 1
BETADET® HR 5.0 4
H3PO4 (85%) e.q. 5/S
NTA·3Na (40%) 5.0 1/S
Citric acid (50%) e.q. 4
BDG 2.0 2
Deionized water up to 100% 0
Citric acid (50%) e.q. 5/S
Deionized water up to 100% 0 pH <1
pH 6.0 –6.5

Should it become necessary to compensate a high pH of the waste water resulting from previous steps,
an acidic shampoo has to be used (D-140). It also leaves the surface in the optimal condition for the
rinse-aid application. If there are no pH restrictions, D-139 becomes a good alternative.

8 – 20 mL rinse-aid
1:500
Oil free - Top Quality
Silicone and Oil free D-147 D-148 D-147 D-148

D-145 D-146 D-145 D-146 TETRANYL® CAR/AO 12.0 14.0 3 3

EXCEPARL® HO 4.0 7.0 4 4
TETRANYL® CAR/AO 13.3 14.0 3 3
TETRANYL® BC-50 - 2.4 - 5
EXCEPARL® HO 4.0 8.0 4 4
FINDET® AR/52 1 - 5 -
TETRANYL® BC-50 - 1.0 - 5
BG 8.0 - 1 -
BG 10.5 - 1 -
BDG 3.0 5.0 2 1
BDG 3.5 5.0 2 1
PnB - 7.5 - 2
PnB - 7.5 - 2
Acetic acid (80%) e.q. e.q. 8 8
Acetic acid (80%) e.q. e.q. 6 7 Limonene - 1.0 - 6
Deionized water up to 100% 5 6 Silicone rinse 2.0 2.2 6 7

pH 2.4 2.4 continuous

stirring Deionized water up to 100% 7 9
pH 2.4 2.4 continuous
stirring

The oleic esterquat offers an excellent hydrophobicity, assuring the transparency of the formulation at the same
time. It is usually formulated in combination with the fatty ester (EXCEPARL® HO). D-145 is a simple but well
performing formulation for the needs of certain tunnels. Formulation D-146, is recommended if a higher
concentration of hydrophobics is required.
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manual washing

Foaming Wax It is possible to improve the drying capacity of the

formulation by adding silicones. Again two levels of
Acidic D-144 concentration are possible (D-147 and D-148).
TETRANYL® CAR/AO 15.0 3 The foaming wax can be applied in the same way as
EXCEPARL® HO 7.0 4 standard drying aid agents.
TETRANYL® BC-50 1.0 5
QUARTAMIN® TH-V 4.0 6
BDG 5.0 1
PnB 7.5 2
Acetic acid (80%) e.q. 7
Limonene 1.0 8
Silicone* 2.2 9
Deionized water up to 100% 10/S
pH 2.4

manual washing
1:100 Manual Shampoo
Wax Protection Best care D-142
Carnauba Wax D-153
SULFONAX® 8.6 2
EMULSION AF-400
®
25.0 1 EMAL® 270E or 270D 2.9 3
FINDET® 10/18 5.0 2/S EMANON® XLF 6.0 4
Preservative e.q 3 OXIDET® L-75 C 2.5 5
Fragrance e.q 4/S NaOH (50%) e.q. 6/S
Dye(s) e.q 5 NTA·3Na (40%) 4.0 0
Deionized water up to 100% 0 Deionized water up to 100% 1/S

pH 8.0
Up-holstery Cleaner
AKYPO® GENE KTS is a mixture of an ether carboxylate and a
D-152 polymer that has a good cleaning action. Within a short time it
dries into hard, solid needles that can easily be removed with a
AKYPO® GENE KTS 20.0 1 rag or by vacumming. It can be applied with a propellant,
Deionized water 79.5 2 becoming an ideal product for the upholstery cleaning.
Na2.Hydrogen 0.5 3/S Carnauba wax is widely known for its surface protection
Phosphate·2H2O properties. It also has a leveling effect, giving a glossy and new
apperance to the surface.

D-142 combines an excellent foam volume with a very high degreasing power, enhanced by the presence
of EMANON® XLF, a last generation surfactant.
The almost neutral pH assures maximum protection of the paintwork and the skin.
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automatic washing

other formulations

High-Pressure Rim Cleaner

Alkaline D-151 Acidic D-150

ALFANOX® 46 5.0 6 FINDET® 13/21 2.0 1

FINDET® 13/21 4.0 7 QUARTAMIN® TH-V 2.0 3
AKYPO® RLM 45 4.0 2 H3PO4 (85%) e.q. 4
BG 3.0 5 MELIOSOL® CU-40 2.0 5/S
NTA (100%) 4.4 1 Deionized water up to 100% 0
NaOH (50%) e.q. 4/8
TPPNa 3.0 2/S pH < 1.0
Deionized water up to 100% 3
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20 – 40 mL Apply the dilution at high
pH 11.0 –11.5 pressure over the rim
1:3 –1:5 surface, wait one to two
minutes and rinse it off.
The application method
30 – 50 mL for high pressure is the
1:50 same as described in the
pre-wash process.

ABBREVIATIONS formula consumption per car

BG Butyl glycol
BDG Butyl di-glycol
30 – 50 mL
PnB Propylene glycol n-buthyl ether 1:50
NTA Nitrilotriacetic acid
NTA·3Na Sodium nitrilotriacetate
TPPNa Sodium tripolyphosphate formula dilution for application
NaOH Sodium hydroxide
TEA Triethanolamine
Silicone rinse Ciclomethicone silicone
H3PO4 Phosphoric acid
Na2SiO3·5H2O Sodium methasilicate
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Formulation Components
anionic surfactants
Trademark Chemical Description Appearance at 20ºC % Active Matter
EMAL 227 E or 228D
®
Sodium Laureth Sulfate Liquid 27
EMAL® 270 E or 270D Sodium Laureth Sulfate Paste 70
SULFONAX® Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid Liquid 95 min.
ALFANOX® 46 Sodium -Olefin Sulfonate Liquid 37
AKYPO® RLM 45 CA Laureth-6 Carboxylic Acid Liquid 92
MELIOSOL® CU-40 Sodium Cumen Sulfonate Liquid 40

non-ionic surfactants

Trademark Chemical Description Appearance at 20ºC % Active Matter

FINDET 13/21 Isotrideceth-9 Opaque paste 

100
EMANON XLF Glycerides, C8-10, Ethoxylated(7) Liquid 
100
OXIDET L-75 C Cocamidopropylamine Oxide Liquid 
33
FINDET 1214N/16 Laureth-4 / Myreth-4 Liquid 
100
FINDET AR/52 PEG-40 Castor Oil Viscous liquid 
100
EXCEPARL HO Cetyl Octanoate Liquid 
100
FINDET 10/18 Deceth-6 Liquid 
100

amphoteric surfactants
Trademark Chemical Description Appearance at 20ºC % Active Matter

BETADET HR Cocamidopropyl Betaine Liquid 

30

cationic surfactants
Trademark Chemical Description Appearance at 20ºC % Active Matter

QUARTAMIN TH-V Steartrimonium Chloride Liquid 

50
TETRANYL BC-50 Benzalconium Chloride Viscous liquid 
50
TETRANYL CAR/AO Oleic TEA quat Liquid 
90
TETRANYL DM-24 Alkyl Trimethyl Ammonium Methosulfate Liquid 
50

blends
Trademark Chemical Description Appearance at 20ºC % Active Matter

DANOX DB-1 Non-ionic surfactants Liquid 78
AKYPO GENE KTS Anionic Surfactants and Polymers Opaque Liquid 31
EMULSION AF-400 Waxes, Polymers and Non-ionic Opaque Liquid 33
..Surfactants

all surfactants are Readily Biodegradable according to European regulation 648/2004/EC

All formulations have been submitted succesfully at 1month stability at 5ºC/RT/40ºC.

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