In recent years, the global spotlight has shifted towards sustainability as industries worldwide seek to address environmental concerns and foster eco-friendly practices. Among these industries, the chemical sector plays a pivotal role in the pursuit of a more sustainable future. In this comprehensive overview, we delve into the significance of sustainability in the chemical industry, […]
March 06, 2024
How to Maintain Stainless Steel Equipment Properly Stainless steel equipment is the backbone of many South African industries, from food processing plants to engineering workshops. Despite its “stainless” name, this versatile metal requires proper maintenance to preserve its appearance and functionality. In fact, improper cleaning and maintenance of stainless steel can lead to premature corrosion, […]
October 08, 2025
Marine maintenance is a critical aspect of ensuring the seaworthiness and longevity of vessels. With the constant exposure to harsh marine environments, ships’ exterior and interior are vulnerable to a variety of challenges, including corrosion, pollution, and general wear and tear. Amidst these trials, marine degreasers serve as a frontline defence, offering reliable solutions for […]
October 03, 2025
Keeping kitchens safe, efficient & compliant Why grease removal matters in South Africa right now Grease removal in commercial kitchens is more than a housekeeping line item its a safety, compliance, and brand-reputation issue. From quick-service outlets to large hotel banqueting kitchens, hardened fats and polymerised oils build up on hoods, ducts, floors, walls, […]
September 30, 2025
The intricate machinery and heavy equipment that define the engineering sector are critical for production efficiency and output quality. Yet, these complex systems are constantly vulnerable to the buildup of insidious compounds like grease, oil, and grime, which can degrade performance, reduce reliability, and even pose safety hazards. This is where the silent superheroes of […]
September 25, 2025
The wrong degreaser costs more than grime ever did Why this matters in South Africas factories South Africas factories run on reliability. Bearings, chains, conveyors, press lines and CNC beds all fight the same enemy: oil, grease and carbonised soils that trap heat, slow production and compromise safety. Selecting what degreasers to use in manufacturing […]
September 22, 2025
Cutting grease without cutting corners: how SA plants can clean smarter, reduce waste, and stay compliant. Why this topic matters in South Africa Walk through any South African workshopmining support in Rustenburg, food-grade fabrication in Montagu Gardens, a gearbox rebuild shed in Germistonand youll find the same stubborn reality: oil, grease and machining residues cling […]
September 17, 2025
One product, many surfaces: how smart cleaning cuts time, waste and complaints. Why multi-surface cleaning matters in South Africas hospitality and institutional sectors South African hotels, hospitals and campuses operate in a knife-edge environment: occupancy swings, energy costs, water constraints and an unforgiving guest experience economy. In this context, the question is not simply what […]
September 10, 2025
Welcome to Orlichem’s comprehensive guide to degreasers, the essential cleaning agents for tackling stubborn grease, oil, and grime in various industries. As a leading manufacturer in the chemical cleaning industry, Orlichem is committed to providing high-quality degreasers tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers. In our line of work, precision, accuracy, and reliability […]
September 02, 2025
The invisible layer that forces shutdowns, triggers recalls, and tests every plants hygiene system Why this matters now in South Africa Food and beverage plants across South Africa are tightening hygiene regimes as export markets demand proof of control from raw milk reception to bright beer tanks. Yet one stubborn adversary keeps ambushing well-run sites: […]
August 28, 2025
The new brief for maintenance: cut grease, cut impact, keep the plant running Why sustainable industrial degreasing matters now in South Africa South African engineering plants are under pressure to do more with less less water, less energy, less waste, and far less environmental risk. At the same time, uptime targets and quality standards […]
August 25, 2025
When the ocean is your workplace, rust is not cosmetic its a safety, cost and schedule risk. Why this matters in South Africas ports and shipyards South Africas working coastline from Saldanha Bay and Cape Town to Durban and Gqeberha lives with salt spray, humidity and galvanic pairs that turn steel into […]
August 21, 2025
Smarter laundries dont just save waterthey protect margins, brand reputation, and South Africas scarce resources. Why this story matters now South Africas hotels, resorts, hospitals and campuses are operating under two hard realities: rising utility tariffs and recurring water constraints. For laundry managers and hotel operations teams, those pressures converge in the wash housea high-volume, […]
August 13, 2025
