In detergent formulation, one of the most delicate balances is not always cleaning power, but foam control.
While foam is often associated with effectiveness, in industrial applications it can become a real problem: it affects equipment efficiency, slows down processes, and creates inconsistencies in the final result.
The challenge: efficient cleaning with controlled foam
In industrial cleaning systems such as CIP (Clean in Place), automated washing systems, or technical applications, excessive foam can:
- interfere with mechanical action
- reduce rinsing efficiency
- cause operational issues in equipment
That’s why the focus is no longer just on “cleaning more”, but on cleaning better within the real process conditions.
When foam control becomes a critical variable in formulation, the choice of surfactant is no longer a minor technical detail — it becomes a strategic decision.
In this context, we would like to introduce a solution that is already performing in these types of applications: SURFACOR 2344.
It is a non-ionic surfactant based on C12-15 alcohols, ethoxylated and propoxylated, designed to provide a balance between cleaning efficiency and foam control
In practice, this translates into clear process advantages:
- reduced foam formation, essential in automated systems
- very good water solubility, facilitating formulation integration
- stable behavior, supporting batch-to-batch consistency
- compatibility with different detergent systems
Where does it make a real difference?
In applications where foam is not just a characteristic… but an operational issue:
- industrial detergents
- automated cleaning systems (such as CIP)
- formulations where repeatability and process control are critical
Working with a surfactant with these characteristics allows you to:
- optimize cleaning cycle times
- reduce operational issues in equipment
- improve consistency in final results
It is important to highlight that surfactant performance does not depend only on the product itself, but on how it interacts within the overall system.
That’s why, beyond selecting a raw material, it is essential to understand:
- the type of application
- the real operating conditions
- the rest of the formulation
This is where technical support becomes valuable — not to complicate things, but to ensure that the solution works in your process, not just in theory.
Foam control is not an “extra”; it is a critical variable in many cleaning processes. Choosing the right surfactant can make the difference between a formulation that works… and one that truly optimizes the process.
If you are working in detergency and looking to improve the performance or consistency of your formulations, at Corquimia we can help you find the most suitable solution for your process.
Contact us at info@corquimia.com or leave your inquiry in the comments and one of our specialists will get in touch with you.
