It is well known both in households and in catering establishments. Scale accumulates in water heating devices, but also on all nickel-plated, chrome-plated and copper surfaces, especially in the kitchen and bathroom. Its presence not only reduces the efficiency and life of devices, but also affects human health. Limescale in drinking water can cause serious health problems.
Causes of scale formation
From a chemical point of view, scale is formed as a result of the thermal decomposition of calcium and magnesium bicarbonates that are present in water, especially water with high hardness. It is precipitated as a result of cooking, heating water to a high temperature, and the presence of hot steam. We deal with it in vessels and tanks, catering equipment, i.e. everywhere where untreated water is used.
The resulting scale deposit does not conduct heat well and causes clogging of pipes in installations and devices. As the scale grows, energy costs also increase, which is a direct cause of reduced equipment efficiency. When it comes to health aspects, specialists have different opinions. Some people believe that scale deposited in vessels intended for boiling water does not have a negative impact on human health. However, there are those who claim that it may increase the risk of certain diseases.
What causes excessive scale deposition?
Most people do not consider the problem of limescale build-up to be too serious. Meanwhile, the effects may be unpleasant both for kitchen equipment and for the health of users. For a long time, the problem of limescale has made itself felt from time to time. The once unobstructed pipes with running water became thinner, and the water, instead of flowing under pressure, began to lose momentum. Washing dishes began to take longer, and the water connected to the washing devices became ineffective for their work. Such problems are still relatively trivial. The water installation can be repaired, some pipes replaced, and the rest treated with scale dissolving agents. However, modern devices are technically more advanced and much more sensitive to aggressive stone solvents. The range of possibilities is significantly shrinking, and then the stone becomes an urgent problem.
There are even more serious problems. Limescale accumulates on the heating elements of devices such as kettles and dishwashers. It conducts heat poorly and leads to damage to devices over time. Currently, this can be avoided by using special filters that remove scale contained in untreated water and prevent it from entering the devices together with the water. However, the problem cannot be completely eliminated and the use of professional descaling agents is required. They are added to dishwashers, kettles and similar household appliances. What about descaling surfaces? Limescale can be easily removed from almost any surface thanks to the use of professional Clinex products. How to do this? How to use a professional descaler?
We descale regularly!
At home, we do not always use specialized descaling agents. Occurring in smaller amounts, it can be removed using baking soda or vinegar, we use home methods. In catering establishments, however, the problem is greater and therefore greater effectiveness of techniques and methods is required that will allow for quick and effective removal of scale.
Special descaling agents are used for this purpose, such as the concentrated Clinex Destoner intended for removing scale from kettles, electric heaters, coffee machines, sinks, shower trays, as well as all nickel-plated, chrome-plated, steel and copper surfaces. It not only descales, but also polishes the surfaces and does not damage them. It is also recommended for use in catering dishwashers as an anti-limescale agent.
How to use Clinex Destoner correctly?
- Fill the device with a solution of the preparation in the proportions of 30-200ml/1l of water
- Pour the prepared solution into the device and leave for approx. 15-30 minutes
- During descaling, the device should be placed in a hard-to-reach place
- Pour out the solution and rinse the device with clean water
If the scale is too large, repeat the operation. Regular descaling extends the life of the devices and allows them to remain fully efficient and functional for longer. Clinex Destoner has a neutral smell, is efficient and safe for cleaning surfaces, its formula was developed taking into account the requirements of small and large catering establishments.
Advantages of regular descaling
The process of regular descaling is beneficial for devices. The same can be said about surfaces that are regularly descaled and become more attractive and hygienically clean. It is worth dwelling on the benefits for the operation of dishwashers, boilers and kettle heaters.
Appliances that have been properly descaled simply work better. The scale interferes with the heating of the water, although the heater heats up to the correct temperature. Nay. The inability of the heater to release heat is very harmful to it. The heat is accumulated inside, which increases the temperature inside the heater. The consequences are not very optimistic. The heater burns out after a short time, which may effectively disable the device. In the catering industry, downtime is unacceptable and carries a serious risk of loss.
In addition to the heaters, the stone also has an effect on mechanical parts, precision mechanisms, bearings and so on. That’s why regular descaling has such a significant impact on the life of many devices. The consequences of neglect are all too terrifying.
What does regular descaling mean? Each catering equipment has its own descaling requirements. However, it is known from practice that descaling of devices should be carried out at least once every 2-3 months. If the manufacturer recommends otherwise, these recommendations should be followed.
