Advanex Europe upgrade component cleaning capabilities with MecWash MWX400

Advanex Europe has reported its latest leap forward in component cleanliness after its purchase of a MecWash MWX400. Advanex has bought three parts washing systems since initially speaking to the MecWash team at the MACH exhibition in 2012. The upgrades have been required to meet capacity increases and strict requirements of its customers.

“Each of the machines we have purchased from MecWash have provided us with a leap forward in efficiency. The MWX400 has made a substantial difference in the volume and speed of the parts washing at Advanex. The previous MecWash machines exceeded our expectations and the MWX400 has done exactly the same,” said Rob Newham, operations manager at Advanex.

Alan Atkinson, sales manager at MecWash, said: “We were delighted to be chosen to supply another high specification, high volume parts washing machine. Working with Advanex over the last 12 years has provided our team with a detailed understanding of their cleaning requirements. Choosing the optimum parts washing system was crucial for Advanex to provide consistent component cleaning.

“Many of the products made by Advanex are very delicate, so it is vital the cleaning and finishing process does not cause any damage. We previously worked alongside Advanex to create a bespoke wash chemical formulation for its application. The solution was designed to clean and protect the sensitive components and produce a bright finish. Our machines are some of the most sophisticated, connected parts washing systems in the world and the MWX400 features remote servicing, fault diagnosis, maintenance and management.

“The team at Advanex understand the reliability and cleaning capability generated by a MecWash industrial parts washer. The MWX400 is the most appropriate system to meet the demands of the increased workload and is designed to process the most intricate machined or pressed parts that require the highest standards of cleanliness, finish and dryness,” said Alan.

Advanex Europe is the European Headquarters of the global Advanex Group which has more than 20 operations worldwide. Advanex specialise in metal and plastic components, thread inserts, springs and assemblies, supplying a diverse range of markets, namely medical, aerospace and automotive.

The precision engineering firm bought their first MecWash cleaning system, the AVD 300, to replace an ultrasonic tank system. In 2018, Advanex bought a Duo from MecWash to ensure that the increased levels of demand, and the high-level standards of the cleaning and drying of their complex and intricate machined coiled or pressed medical parts continued. Since then, the business has grown substantially as demand for their quality medical products has increased, thus the need for a continual improvement in cleaning productivity over the last decade.

The cleaning capability of all the MecWash systems has impressed Rob Newham, who understands the importance of regulatory adherence for his customers.

Rob said: “The MWX400 is the most advanced of the MecWash machines, and as a long-time customer, it was the best choice to satisfy our high-volume production requirements. The machine meets and surpasses our requirements and more by giving a controlled, validated outcome on each cycle.

John Pattison, managing director of MecWash, said: “The purchase of the MWX400 and the continued relationship with a loyal customer such as Advanex is further proof of the effectiveness of a MecWash system.

“We have a proud history of repeat business due to the excellent cleaning standards that our industrial parts washing systems provide. Our engineers design and build the systems to tackle the most difficult industrial cleaning challenges from across manufacturing. We work closely with our customers throughout all stages of the manufacturing to ensure we achieve the best results possible, rather than ‘one size fits all’. This approach has resulted in a large number of long-term relationships with our customers.

“Customers trust us because we take the time to understand their needs and continue to provide support to them throughout the product life cycle. Investing in a MecWash system generates significant benefits for manufacturers, with measurable improvements in cleanliness and productivity,’ said John.

For further information about MecWash Systems Limited please visit www.mecwash.com or call 01684 271600 to discuss your parts cleaning requirements.