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What is BIOREMEDIATION?
Bioremediation is the use of biological agents such as microbes
or plants to break down or neutralize “hazardous substances”
or “contaminants” thereby removing hazardous chemicals from
the environment. The process of bioremediation is listed as
one of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) innovative
technologies.
How is “Bioremediating” different from
“Biodegradable”?
BIOREMEDIATION is the use of natural biological agents
such as microbes to break down or neutralize “hazardous
substances” or “contaminants”. FOR EXAMPLE: In the
SmartWasher®, Ozzy®(s), natural biological agents or microbes,
break down the carbon- based contaminants (grease and
oil) and turn them into harmless carbon dioxide and water.
BIODEGRADABLE means that a substance or mixture is
subject to or could be broken down by biological agents into
smaller compounds, in its virgin state only by natural means.
Who and what is Ozzy®?
Ozzy®is the name we selected for the blend of nonpathogenic
(harmless to humans) microbes in the SmartWasher®system.
Our microbes, Ozzy®eat potentially harmful hydrocarbon
wastes in the SmartWasher®and transform these wastes
into very small quantities of carbon dioxide and water. Similar
types of microbes have been used for many years in various
bioremediation applications, such as oil spills, including the Gulf
of Mexico spill in 2010, and the Exxon Valdez disaster in 1989.
What happens to the grease, oil and other
contaminants in the SmartWasher®?
Grease, oil and other contaminants are bioremediated in the
SmartWasher®– transformed into harmless, non-hazardous
by-products such as carbon dioxide and water. Particulate
matter, such as sand, grit, dirt and paint chips are trapped in
the OzzyMat®to be disposed of properly.
How well does OzzyJuice®clean?
OzzyJuice®is extraordinarily powerful and cleans extremely
well. OzzyJuice®is a surfactant-based aqueous solution that
breaks down the surface tension between the grease and
the part rather than dissolving it; the grease actually lifts
off the parts leaving behind clean surfaces. Note that while
OzzyJuice®cleans differently than hazardous solvents or
mineral spirits, it is just as effective.
Will OzzyJuice®clean carburetors,
transmissions, aluminum, brakes and anything
else in my shop?
YES. Not only is OzzyJuice®effective on these parts, it will not
damage non-metal components that may be attached to the
parts being cleaned such as rubber or plastic ttings. As with
all parts cleaners, some items are going to become cleaner at
different rates than others due to the degree and type of grime
encountered.
How often do I change the uid (OzzyJuice®)?
If you are changing your OzzyMat®a minimum of once a
month, under normal use and with proper maintenance, you
should never have to change or haul away used OzzyJuice®.
This is one of the biggest advantages of the SmartWasher®
system. Ozzy®(s) microbes clean contaminants from the uid
through the process of bioremediation. This leaves you with
clean OzzyJuice®to work with day after day.
Why is the SmartWasher®heated?
Two reasons: First, it keeps Ozzy®eating at an optimal level
to clean the solution as quickly as possible. Secondly, warm
solution simply cleans better than cold solution. An added
benet to warm solution: it makes it more enjoyable to work
with, especially in winter.
Why doesn’t OzzyJuice®damage my hands
like solvents?
OzzyJuice®is a pH-neutral, non-caustic, water-based formula
that will not dry, crack or irritate the skin. Solvents can be
caustic and pull fat cells from the skin, possibly causing
extreme drying, redness, blisters, and other dermatological
problems.
Can I use OzzyJuice®in other parts washers?
We do not recommend that OzzyJuice®be used in other parts
washers. The OzzyJuice®and the SmartWasher®were made
to work together with variables such as specic temperatures,
compensation for foam, and so on. Also remember, the
Ozzy®(s) microbes are in the OzzyMat®and if the OzzyJuice®
is used in another machine it will not have the Ozzy®(s)
microbes to clean the uid.
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