Sahara Rust Removal Remediation Kit

Foamtec® Sahara® Rust Removal Remediation kit enables clean, chemical-free removal of rust from stainless steel equipment and furniture in cleanroom environments. Removes rust from 5-10m² of stainless steel and includes tools to scrub small recessed areas such as 90 degree angles.

The Challenges of Rust Removal

Stainless steel relies on a thin, passive chromium oxide layer for corrosion resistance. Repeated use of cleaning agents – especially those containing chlorides or acidic solutions – can damage this passive layer, leaving stainless steel vulnerable to rust and corrosion.

Even in a cleanroom, rust can develop on stainless steel. Frequent cleaning, exposure to disinfectants and moisture, and temperature changes can all compromise protective layers, increasing the risk of rust formation.

Left untreated, rust and rouge can:

    • Introduce contamination risks into pharmaceutical manufacturing processes

    • Compromise the integrity of stainless steel surfaces

    • Lead to costly equipment downtime or premature replacement

Rust and rouge are not common issues within a cleanroom, however, when they do occur, appropriate precaution and treatment must be taken. But many traditional methods of removal, such as mechanical abrasion, abrasive blasting, and chemical removers, are unsuitable for cleanroom environments.

The Solution

Foamtec’s Sahara® Remediation Rust Removal Kit is a chemical-free rust remediation process. This kit is specifically designed to address rust and rust-related contamination in cleanroom and controlled environments, where traditional methods may be unsuitable.

The Sahara® Remidiation system uses a contained, targeted application process that isolates the affected area. This prevents the spread of particles, residues, or contaminants into the surrounding environment. The process is formulated to selectively react with iron oxide without attacking the underlying stainless steel. This allows effective rust removal whilst preserving the surface integrity and finish.

Benefits

No abrasive action or particle generation

Controlled, localised treatment

Compatible with stainles steel surfaces

Supports cleanroom integrity and compliance

Reduces operational distruption

Requires no specialist equipment and can be used by in-house cleanroom maintenance teams

Kit Contents

Sahara sponge – A high performance foam sponge engineered to loosen hardened disinfectant residues and rust particles, without shedding.

UltraSOLV® Sponge – A durable, cleanroom-grade sponge designed for aggressive cleaning of stubborn rust and rouge.

UltraSOLV® Diamond ScrubPADs (with varying grit levels) – Cleanroom-compatible abrasive pads that polish stainless steel to a 5-10 Ra surface finish, promoting self-passivation and preventing further corrosion.

MiraWIPE® Microfibre Wipes – Ultra-fine microfibre wipes for final cleaning, effectively capturing residual particles and leaving surfaces residue-free.

ScrubBELT® with ScrubWRIGHT® Pen Tool - A unique tool for cleaning small, recessed areas, such as 90° angles.