Alkaline / Heavy-Duty engine degreasers are high-strength, high-pH cleaning agents designed to remove thick, baked-on, carbonized, or heavily oxidized grease and oil contamination from engines, machinery, metal parts, and industrial equipment.

They are significantly stronger than mild or general-purpose degreasers and are mainly used in workshops, industrial maintenance, fleets, construction machinery, and environments where heavy, stubborn deposits need to be broken down.

✅ Key Characteristics and Properties

1. High Alkalinity

• Elevated pH

• Breaks down heavy grease, carbon, oxidation, and polymerized oil

• Much stronger cleaning action than neutral or mild degreasers

2. Cuts Through Severe Contamination

Effective on:

• Baked-on oil

• Heavy engine sludge

• Diesel soot

• Thick grease layers

• Road tar and grime

• Carbon residues

3. Industrial-Grade Strength

Used in:

• Automotive service centers

• Heavy machinery maintenance

• Marine engines

• Workshop floors and tools

• Transport/fleet cleaning

4. Less Suitable for Sensitive Materials

Because they are strong alkalines, they may not be safe on:

• Polished aluminum

• Unprotected paint

• Some plastics

• Sensitive electrical components

They require controlled application and proper rinsing.

5. Works With Heat and Agitation

Often more effective when used with:

• Hot water

• Pressure washers

• Mechanical brushing

6. Emulsifies Thick Oil Layers

Quickly converts heavy grease into rinseable, water-soluble material.

7. High Efficiency

• Fast penetration

• Strong wetting power

• High soil-lifting capacity

✅ Typical Uses

• Engine blocks

• Diesel engines

• Heavy machinery (excavators, loaders, tractors)

• Industrial floors

• Tools & mechanical parts

• Fleet maintenance (trucks, buses)