SPINDKLEEN® is a biodegradable formulation for cleaning, lubricating and cooling spindles
on cotton pickers and strippers.
Product Overview
SPINDKLEEN® is an application specific formula which simultaneously cleans, lubricates and cools the surface of the spindles. This product is non-petroleum based. The formula features major performance criteria which include:
Compatibility & Functionality
The patented SPINDKLEEN® formula exhibits excellent cleaning and lubrication properties Without utilizing petroleum oil, therefore, eliminating contamination of cotton fields, water supplies, and harvested cotton. The formulation mixes readily and stays in solution without agitation. Extensive controlled testing has been conducted with various models of pickers operating side by side using degreasers, soaps, petroleum-based oils, and water-soluble oils. The results have concluded that the SPINDKLEEN® product outperformed • competition, especially in adverse conditions when cotton is dirty, green, or wet. The product is application and formulation specific for the cotton-picking operation.
Product Composition
- NON-FLAMMABLE
- NON-CORROSIVE – NON-FIBER STAINING
- BIODEGRADABLE
- NO ADVERSE EFFECT ON GINNING PROCESS
- REDUCES WRAP
- MINIMIZES DOFFER WEAR
- PERFORMS IN A BROAD RANGE OF PLANT AND FOLLIAGE CONDITIONS
- PROVEN TO INCREASE YIELD IN PIMA COTTON GROWTH
- MIXES READILY AND STAYS IN SOLUTION WITHOUT AGITATION
- FEATURES 100 PART WATER to 1 PART SPINDKLEEN® MIX RATIO
- COST SAVINGS OF UP TO 75%
Product Instructions
RECOMMENDED DILUTION: 100 GALLONS OF WATER TO 1 GALLON SPINDKLEEN™
SPINDKLEEN® enhances cotton harvester performance by providing superior lubrication, cleaning, and cooling for spindle and picker components, leading to reduced wear, increased efficiency, and longer equipment life.
Lubrication and Wear Reduction
SPINDKLEEN® is specifically formulated to lubricate spindle columns and picker drums in cotton harvesters. By maintaining effective lubrication, it minimizes doffer wear and reduces fiber wrap, ensuring that mechanical parts operate more smoothly and efficiently during high-speed harvesting operations. The improved lubrication decreases friction between moving parts, which in turn helps extend the service life of critical components.
Cleaning and Operational Efficiency
In addition to lubrication, SPINDKLEEN® actively cleans plant residues and cotton field debris from the spindles. This cleaning function ensures that the spindles are prepared to properly engage cotton fibers, allowing for more consistent harvesting and reducing the likelihood of jams or fiber contamination. The formulation remains in total suspension without requiring agitation, which simplifies application and maintains consistent performance throughout operations.
Cooling and Heat Management
The product also provides excellent heat transfer for cooling spinning components, preventing overheating during long harvesting sessions. Effective cooling enhances spindle longevity and minimizes the risk of heat-induced damage to equipment. Maintaining optimal operating temperatures also preserves the integrity of cotton fibers, improving overall harvest quality.
Environmental and Safety Advantages
Unlike petroleum or synthetic oils, SPINDKLEEN® is biodegradable, non-flammable, and non-corrosive, reducing environmental impact and safety risks associated with spills or leaks. Its safe formulation decreases potential soil contamination and ginning issues caused by oil residues on cotton.
Cost-Effectiveness and Ease of Use
SPINDKLEEN® can be applied in a 100:1 dilution ratio using a moisturizing lube system, making it cost-effective and easy to handle for operators. Its stability in suspension eliminates the need for continuous mixing, saving time during maintenance operations, and ensuring a consistent application rate.
Summary of Key Performance Benefits
- Reduces fiber wrap and minimizes wear on spindle components
- Cleans plant residues without additional effort or agitation
- Cools spindles to avoid heat damage and maintain operational efficiency
- Biodegradable and environmentally friendly, reducing soil and equipment contamination
- Cost-effective with high dilution ratio and simple application method
- Increases reliability and lifespan of harvesting equipment
By combining cleaning, lubrication, and cooling in a single product, SPINDKLEEN® delivers enhanced operational efficiency and longer equipment life, making it a preferred choice for mechanized cotton harvesting operations.