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Custom Industrial Cleaning System for Automotive Transmission Parts

Discover this successfull case study where a custom industrial cleaning system was delivered to a leading manufacturer of automotive transmission components. Designed to remove all traces of oil, particles, and machining residues, the BR-200 AMS ultrasonic cleaning system now forms a core part of client’s high-precision cleaning process.

Project Background

The customer needed a fully automated, industrial cleaning solution capable of deep-cleaning complex aluminum transmission parts before quality inspection and assembly. The challenge was to guarantee full cleanliness on parts with internal cavities and surface finishes that could be compromised by ineffective cleaning.

Manual cleaning processes were no longer scalable or consistent, and off-the-shelf machines didn’t meet the automation, traceability, and cleanliness requirements of the client’s production line.

Finishing Process

BRIO Ultrasonics helped develop a tailor-made ultrasonic cleaning system that addressed all client requirements:

  • Thorough ultrasonic cleaning of delicate aluminum components
  • Full automation of the cleaning cycle
  • Reduction of manual labour and contamination risk
  • Continuous filtration and detergent dosing to maximise efficiency

The solution was engineered to integrate directly into customer’s workflow while maintaining flexibility for future part variants.

The BR-200 AMS Custom Industrial Cleaning System

The solution implemented was a BRIO BR-200 AMS custom industrial cleaning system designed and built to client’s exact needs. Key technical features included:

  • Three independent servo-controlled lifts for simultaneous part handling across stages
  • Air-blowing drying system for efficient water removal
  • Automatic detergent dosing via Venturi effect with level sensors and alerts
  • Oil separation unit for removing hydrocarbons from the cleaning bath
  • High-performance particle filtration system with microfiltration bags
  • Vapor extraction system per tank to ensure operator safety
  • HMI touchscreen interface with alarm warnings and colour-coded beacon
  • Automatic bath emptying system for easy maintenance

All components were built with industrial-grade reliability in mind, delivering a long-term solution with minimal downtime.

Results

The BR-200 AMS system delivered immediate benefits to the production process:

  • Significant improvement in cleanliness, meeting OEM-level specifications
  • Reduced operator intervention, enabling reallocation of workforce
  • Faster cycle times and consistent results across batches
  • Real-time monitoring and alerts, improving traceability and maintenance planning
  • Eco-efficient operation, reducing chemical and water consumption through intelligent dosing and filtration

The customer now operates a fully automated, scalable cleaning line that matches the high standards of the automotive industry.

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