Volume XX, Issue 7 - August 2023

Why clean? That’s the most important question you can ask. Give us a call; we’ll help you find the most effective cleaning processes.
“You and Ed are ageless with a wealth of knowledge and expertise with the ability to teach and train. So many people lack the communication skills that you and Ed have. In addition to educating clients on product cleaning you could educate them on the power of effective communications.”
Feature Article
Why Clean?
By Barb Kanegsberg and Ed Kanegsberg, BFK Solutions, and Prof. Darren Williams, Sam Houston State University
When we see clients, one of the first questions we ask is: Why? Why are you cleaning the part or component or product? How did you come to choose the cleaning process and cleaning chemicals? Why are you changing the process? Why are you looking at a particular type of new cleaning equipment? We need to determine the cleaning and product performance goals. This involves understanding the stated goals and determining the actual goals. Once you understand the goals, it is easier to identify barriers. Because communication is perhaps the most difficult barrier to effective manufacturing, understanding the “why” helps in avoiding costly mistakes.