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MecanoLav designs cleaning machines specifically adapted to the requirements of the aerospace industry, guaranteeing streak-free results on all types of metal, including inconel, titanium, aluminum and superalloys. Our equipment is designed to intervene at all stages of the manufacturing process: before heat treatment, dimensional control, penetrant testing, during inter-operations or final washing.

Our solutions include :

• NADCAP compliance thanks to continuous parameter monitoring (temperature, pressure, pH, conductivity, etc.) and automatic cycle report generation.
• ATEX machines adapted to environments with explosive atmospheres, for cleaning sensitive parts such as crankcases and fuel circuits.
• Tailor-made technology that takes into account the nature of the metal and the downstream operation: chlorinated solvents, hydrocarbons, detergents, micro-emulsions…
• A high level of traceability, with process automation, calibrated detection, and standardized data output.

We also integrate high-performance rinsing and fluid recycling systems for a zero-discharge solution:

• Conductivity control up to 200 µS
• Transfer from baths to reverse cascade
• Osmosis water production
• Multi-level filtration, ion exchange resins, oil separators, centrifuges, mechanical compression evaporators…

Our aeronautical machines meet the highest standards of performance, cleanliness and safety, while reducing the environmental impact of the washing process.

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Specially designed to meet the requirements of the automotive industry, our cleaning machines guarantee very high production rates (5 to 60 seconds per part), with part-by-part processing with no WIP, perfectly suited to automated production lines.

Our strengths in the automotive sector:

• High-speed cleaning, ensuring output temperature < 35°C
• Strict compliance with ISO 16232 / VDA 19 standards for particle cleanliness
• Uptime > 98% thanks to robust, reliable machines
• Maximum compactness for seamless integration into robot cells
• Simplified maintenance, with self-cleaning systems and possible connection to a central detergent system

Our machines ensure the cleanliness of automotive parts at all key stages:

• Inter-operation
• Before leak test
• Before dimensional inspection
• Final wash according to ISO 16232 / VDA 19 requirements

With our MecanoFAST solution, we offer ultra-fast, compact part-by-part cleaning, perfectly integrated into robotized production islands. Each solution is designed with you to meet your specific cleaning requirements, while optimizing ergonomics, footprint and overall performance.

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MecanoLav designs cleaning machines tailored to the specific requirements of railway equipment: large components, old and stubborn contaminants, and the need for repeatability during intensive maintenance cycles. Our equipment is used on high-speed trains (TGVs), conventional trains, metros and trams alike, for the cleaning and degreasing of very large components such as bogies and axles.

Our solutions include:

• High-capacity machines, designed to withstand loads of several tonnes and process bulky components without compromising on cleaning quality.
• A combined action of temperature, mechanical force, time and chemicals to effectively remove heavily encrusted grease and sludge from bearings and transmission components.
• Continuous bath treatment systems (degreaser-decanter, sludge scraper), ensuring repeatable degreasing results and an extended service life for the baths.
• Industrial-grade robustness, designed to meet the operational and maintenance demands of the railway sector.

We process a wide range of railway parts and components:

• Axles and axle boxes
• Railway bearings
• Bogies
• High-speed train (TGV) couplers
• Internal combustion engine blocks and transmissions
• Electric traction motors
• Brake components
• Car window frames
• TGV reaction rods
• And all repairable parts of rolling stock

Our railway machinery meets the sector’s requirements for robustness, reliability and cleanliness, whilst optimising the service life of the equipment and keeping maintenance costs under control.

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MecanoLav designs industrial cleaning machines tailored to the requirements of the defence and armaments sector, intended for manufacturers, equipment suppliers and maintenance workshops (MCO) working on military applications. Our equipment is used on critical mechanical components, armoured vehicles, weapon parts and hydraulic systems at every stage of the process: between operations, after precision machining, prior to non-destructive testing (NDT) or for final cleaning before assembly.

Our solutions include:

• Precise cleaning of sensitive components, suited to a variety of materials and complex geometries, ensuring a consistent level of cleanliness.
• Spray, immersion and ultrasonic technologies, depending on the type of part, ranging from small precision parts to heavy components.
• Strict adherence to mechanical and functional tolerances, without damaging sensitive surfaces, even on engineering steels and specific alloys.
• Compliance with industry standards and specifications, using reliable, repeatable processes that can be easily integrated into production lines or maintenance workshops.

We process a wide range of defence-related parts and components:

• Sheet metal and sub-assemblies for armoured vehicles
• Metal casings, shells and weapon components
• Internal firearm parts (breech blocks, barrels, frames, springs, mechanisms)
• Hydraulic components, blocks, casings and transmissions
• Mechanical parts following precision machining

Our machinery for the defence and armaments sectors meets the highest standards of safety, precision and reliability, whilst ensuring the traceability and reproducibility expected in this demanding sector.

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MecanoLav designs cleaning machines tailored to the varied needs and constraints of industry, capable of operating at all stages of the process depending on the application: prior to heat treatment, prior to surface treatment, prior to dimensional inspection, prior to painting, between operations or as a final wash.

Our solutions include:

• Comprehensive expertise in cleaning technologies: chlorinated solvents, detergents and hydrocarbon solvents, tailored to each type of contamination and component.
• Degreasing prior to heat treatment, removing contaminants that could compromise the uniformity of the treatment and preventing contamination of the furnaces.
• Solutions for maintenance and refurbishment, backed by over 35 years’ experience working with workshops specialising in heavy goods vehicles, light vehicles, material-handling equipment and marine vessels, capable of handling bulky parts weighing up to several tonnes.
• A final wash meeting the requirements for particulate cleanliness in terms of gravimetric and particle size analysis, essential for precision components such as roller screws.
• A specialised solution for the internal cleaning of tubes, whether bent or straight, using flushing or mechanised syringe cleaning.

Our industrial machines meet the widest range of requirements for cleanliness, reliability and performance, regardless of the sector or the nature of the parts to be processed.