Contractors know that hurricanes and severe storms bring more than just wind and rain. They also carry debris, salt, and other corrosive elements that can compromise the performance and lifespan of HVAC systems.
For contractors committed to delivering top-quality service and ensuring system longevity, hurricane season is the vital time to promote care and maintenance of HVAC systems.
regular maintenance program
Even hurricanes that leave minimal structural damage can cause problems behind the scenes. The increase of corrosive elements in the air carried at high wind speeds can cause damage beyond normal wear and tear to HVAC systems, even those prepped for highly corrosive environments.
A regular maintenance program that includes GulfClean® Coil Cleaner and Salt Reducer products can help reduce corrosion potential, keep systems running efficiently, and delay the need for costly equipment replacements.
cleaning steps
The cleaning steps are simple and easy to follow. No special equipment or personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when using GulfClean® cleaning products.
Step 1: GulfClean® Coil Cleaner – Deep Cleaning for Lasting Efficiency
The deep-cleaning foam penetrates stubborn dirt, ensuring coils remain free from harmful buildup
GulfClean® Coil Cleaner is specifically formulated to thoroughly clean HVAC/R systems. GulfClean® is specifically made for removing accumulated dirt and soil deposits from coils, cabinetry, and components. With its non-acidic, non-caustic, biodegradable formula, this cleaner provides a powerful and environmentally friendly solution.
The deep-cleaning foam penetrates stubborn dirt, ensuring coils remain free from harmful buildup, which is essential for maintaining system efficiency and reducing energy costs.
Step 2: Salt Reducer – Protecting Against Corrosive Elements
GulfClean® Salt Reducer is designed for use after the initial cleaning. This concentrated liquid solution is designed to dissolve and remove soluble salts, including chlorides and sulfates, which are both highly corrosive elements. Like the Coil Cleaner, the Salt Reducer is biodegradable and non-hazardous.
Additionally, it has no VOCs, is non-flammable, and it does not strip the HVAC/R system of previously applied coatings. Using the Salt Reducer in conjunction with the Coil Cleaner can help extend the life of corrosion-resistant coatings and ensure the HVAC systems remain reliable for years to come.
Step 3: Restore and Repair with Performance Repair Aerosol™ (PRA™)
After cleaning the system with GulfClean® products, it’s vital to inspect the coils for any chips, scratches, orabrasions in the coating. The next step in the maintenance program should be applying Performance RepairAerosol™ (PRA™) to restore and protect the integrity of the coating.
PRA™ is available in two formulations:
- PRA™ Performance Repair Aerosol – ElectroFin® E-coat for factory-applied ElectroFin® E-coat.
- PRA™ Performance Repair Aerosol – Insitu® ES2 Spray Applied Corrosion Coating for coils coated with Insitu ES2.
UV protection and enhanced durability
These aerosols help maintain coating integrity by protecting against moisture, salt, vibrations
These aerosols help maintain coating integrity by protecting against moisture, salt, vibrations, temperature fluctuations, and harsh chemicals.
Applying PRA™ after cleaning not only repairs damaged areas, but also provides UV protection and enhanced durability, ensuring the HVAC/R unit continues to operate efficiently.
The Best Defense Against Corrosion Begins at Installation
For the best protection, it’s advisable to coat coils either upon or just prior to installation. This proactive stepensures that the coil is shielded from the moment it’s in use.
If the system has already been installed without acoating, don’t worry, contractors can still prep the surface and apply Insitu® Spray Applied Coatings to the coils and cabinets for a crucial layer of defense.
valid warranty for coils
GulfClean® Coil Cleaner and Salt Reducer are recommended for cleaning all coated coils as part of a preventative maintenance program and is required to maintain a valid warranty for coils that were coated with either ElectroFin® E-coat or Insitu® Spray Applied Corrosion Coating family of products.
A preventative maintenance program that includes using the coil cleaner and salt reducer will help reduce corrosion potential, reduce energy usage, and help extend the equipment replacement timeline by keeping the unitrunning efficiently.
Preventative Maintenance for Maximum Benefits
GulfClean® Coil Cleaner and Salt Reducer are designed with contractors in mind
GulfClean® Coil Cleaner and Salt Reducer are designed with contractors in mind. Easy to use, requiring nospecial equipment or PPE, these products offer a straightforward solution for maintaining HVAC systems in topcondition.
Non-hazardous, non-flammable, and environmentally friendly, GulfClean® products are the reliablechoice for ensuring the installations stand the test of time. In the wake of a hurricane, don’t just clean, protect.
Ensuring HVAC installations perform at their best
Equip the team with GulfClean® Coil Cleaner, SaltReducer, and Performance Repair Aerosol™ to ensure the HVAC installations perform at their best, no matter what nature throws their way.
"It’s important to let clients know the exact benefits they get from what may seem like “extra” maintenance to the layperson," says Kristin Kennedy, Business Development Manager, Modine, adding "Let clients know that GulfClean®Coil Cleaner and Salt Reducer are the essential tools for protecting HVAC/R systems against the harshestconditions."
