Industrial Lubricants and Cleaning Solvents

Lubricants

• Lubricants are substances introduced to reduce friction between moving surfaces and transport external particles.
• Five Types of Lubricants:
  • Anti-rust lubricant spray
  • Wire Pulling Lubricant
  • All Purpose Anti Rust Lubricant
  • Lubricant Oil and Engine Oil
  • Silicon Lubricant

Cleaning Solvents

• Solvents are components of a solution that dissolve solutes and are usually present in larger proportions.
• Five Types of Cleaning Solvents:
  • Gasoline: washes greasy tools and equipment.
  • Kerosene: removes dust, grease, oil, paint, etc.
  • Thinner: removes spilled paint from floors, walls, and tools.
  • Water: washes dust from floors, walls, etc.
  • Detergent Soap and Water: washes and cleans benches, tables, cabinets, etc.

5'S Approach

• The 5'S approach is a method of organizing and managing workspaces and workflows to improve efficiency.
• Japanese words and their corresponding English translations:
  • Seiri (Sort)
  • Seiton (Systematize)
  • Seiso (Sweep)
  • Seiketsu (Sanitize)
  • Shitsuke (Self-discipline)

5'S Approach in Detail:

• Sorting (Seiri): Identifying and eliminating unnecessary items from the workplace and disposing of them.
• Systematizing (Seiton): Arranging necessary items in a specific order for easy access. A place for everything, and everything in its place.
• Sweeping (Seiso): Thoroughly cleaning the workplace ensuring no dust on floors, machines, and equipment.
• Sanitizing (Seiketsu): Maintaining high cleaning standards and organizational hygiene within the workplace.
• Self-discipline (Shitsuke): Training individuals to consistently follow cleaning procedures independently.

This quiz explores the different types of lubricants and cleaning solvents used in various industries. Understand their applications, benefits, and the 5'S approach for enhancing workplace efficiency. Test your knowledge on essential chemical substances and organizational techniques.