Deep Cleaning Tips for Industrial Facilities

Keeping an industrial facility clean requires more than regular upkeep–it demands a thorough, deep cleaning routine. Industrial spaces often face grime, dirt, and bacteria buildup that can negatively affect equipment, employees, and even produced goods, making comprehensive cleaning a must.

With help from these deep cleaning tips for high-traffic areas (and a little help from our industrial deep cleaning services), you can keep your facility healthy, safe, and productive.

Floors & Carpets

Don't ignore your floors! Industrial facilities typically have heavy foot traffic, which means floors can be exposed to debris, oils, and chemicals on a daily basis. A dirty floor isn't only an eyesore; it's a safety hazard. To help protect against damage and accidental falls, follow these industrial floor-cleaning tips:

• Remove surface dirt: Sweeping and vacuuming hard-surface floors to get rid of dust, dirt, and debris is a crucial first step, as it helps prevent damage to floor coatings during a deep clean.
  
• Scrub: To remove embedded dirt and stains, use an industrial-grade mop with heavy-duty cleaners specially formulated for industrial facilities. Pay special attention to corners and edges, where dust and dirt tend to accumulate.
  
• Sanitize carpets: Periodic steam cleaning of any carpets in your facility can remove contaminants like grease and grime. Choose a method that can dive deep into the fibers, leaving carpets refreshed and odor-free.
  
• Apply coatings: Consider applying a protective barrier to your floors once cleaned. Doing so can help reduce the risk of slips, protect floors from damage, and even make future cleaning easier.

High-Touch Surfaces

From door handles and light switches to railings and shared equipment, high-touch surfaces are hotspots for bacteria. Here are ways you can minimize the spread of germs:

• Identify all high-touch areas: Start by walking through your facility, identifying all the surfaces regularly touched by employees and visitors. While doors and switches will likely be on your list, you should also note non-traditional surfaces, like control panels and shared tools.
  
• Use appropriate cleaning products: High-touch surfaces require disinfectants that can kill a broad spectrum of bacteria and viruses. Stock appropriate cleaning products to ensure your cleaning efforts are effective.
  
• Set a routine: A deep cleaning schedule can help ensure all the nooks and crannies of every high-touch surface stay bacteria-free.

Equipment and Machinery

If the machinery in your facility shuts down, the entire operation will likely follow suit, making maintaining equipment crucial to your business. Contaminants like grease and dirt can accumulate not only around machinery but also inside a machine's internal components. That can lead to malfunctions or even full breakdowns. To help reduce the likelihood of that happening, keep equipment clean by:

• Degreasing regularly: Use an industrial-grade degreaser to effectively remove oils, grease, and other contaminants from parts and surfaces.
  
• Scrubbing internal components: Depending on the machine, it may be necessary to disassemble equipment so you can reach internal components. Debris can quickly accumulate in these areas, reducing efficiency and even lifespan. Be sure to closely follow the manufacturer's guidelines to avoid damaging components while cleaning.
  
• Lubricating moving parts: Once you've completed the degreasing and cleaning processes, remember to lubricate moving parts. Once everything is reassembled, do a final check to ensure it is in working order and running smoothly.

Your Facility Cleaning Partner

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