Industrial maintenance

Frequently asked questions — Consumables

• How do you choose between the different types of wiping tissues?

  The choice depends on the technical application. Use reusable cotton rags for surfaces requiring a soft touch, such as precision cylinders or optical surfaces. For quick cleaning and high oil-absorption capacity, opt for industrial cellulose wiping tissues. Finally, for demanding sectors such as electronics or paintwork, choose lint-free non-woven tissues from brands such as Tork or Kimberly-Clark, which leave no residue, or microfibre cloths for finishing and polishing work.
• Which type of glove is most suitable for everyday mechanical work?

  For everyday mechanical work, polyurethane gloves on a polyester liner are the most versatile solution. They offer an optimal balance between comfort, grip and dexterity. If your activity involves heavy handling, full-grain leather remains the benchmark. Where there is a specific risk of cuts, Kevlar or HPPE gloves are required, offering protection up to level F on the cut-resistance scale.
• How should the figures of the EN 388 standard on protective gloves be interpreted?

  The EN 388 standard defines the mechanical resistance of gloves by means of a four-digit code. These indicators correspond, in order, to resistance to abrasion, cut, tear and puncture, on a graduated scale from 1 to 5. This classification allows gloves to be compared technically and the model matching the constraints of your working environment to be selected, whether for heavy handling or precision tasks.
• Which technical adhesive tape should be used for high-temperature sealing?

  To meet sealing requirements in environments exposed to high temperatures, aluminium tape is recommended. It stands apart from other solutions such as cloth fabric tape, used for temporary repairs, or PTFE tape specifically intended for threads. This choice ensures the integrity of the seal under thermal stress, unlike standard workshop tapes such as gaffer or masking tape, which are not designed for such applications.
• What bin bag thickness should be chosen for industrial waste?

  The heavy-duty bin bags offered range from 30 to 110 microns. For collecting heavy waste or waste with sharp edges, the puncture-resistant variants must be used, as they are particularly suitable for handling metal swarf. This sizing ensures safe collection and makes it easier to manage industrial waste prior to any recovery, particularly when dealing with recyclable models.
• When is it preferable to use products from this range rather than lubricants or maintenance products?

  Commodity products are the basic consumables essential to the day-to-day running of a workshop, unlike maintenance products or lubricants, which come into play during specific technical operations on machinery. Their availability determines team efficiency. While lubricants and maintenance products address mechanical operation, commodities ensure workshop logistics, from personal protection to part traceability.