Brushing & Sweeping

Ultrafab recommends reusable brushes and flexible strip brushes for use in brushing and sweeping applications.

Weight and Size
Some factors to consider are how heavy or light or how large or small the item(s) is you are brushing or sweeping away. Some smaller reusable brushes we offer work well for lighter jobs such as sweeping dust or small particles. Configurations of flexible strip brushes depend on the specific application. The trim height and density can be varied to accommodate the size and weight of the item to be brushed away. Monofilament can be used exclusively for heavier items or mixed with softer yarn for sweeping a combination of sizes and weights.

Operation of the Brush
How the brush is to be used is also important in determining the configuration of the brush. Flexible strip brushes can be mounted in a retention slot or channel or with adhesive while each of our reusable brushes include an attached handle.

Noise Reductions

Ultrafab recommends brush seals, flexible strip brushes and other assorted products for reducing noise.

Sound Origination
Reducing noise can be accomplished in one of two ways depending on where the sound to be eliminated is coming from. If contact between parts is causing noise then cushioning can provide a solution. The sound deadening properties of polypropylene make it an excellent material choice in this scenario. Bumpers on cabinet doors are a good illustration of this concept. Sounds from other causes can be diminished by forming a seal or barrier around either the source of the noise or the area where a quieter environment is desired. Flexible strip brushes offer more options when surfaces are not flat.

Wiping

Ultrafab recommends our reusable brushes, flexible strip brushes, and static eliminators for wiping applications.

Surface
Delicate surfaces may need to be wiped with a nylon brush to avoid scratching. Smaller diameter yarn filaments will be gentler than monofilament.

The higher the density of the bristles the more effective the brush will be with smaller particles or liquids. Larger diameter monofilaments will provide more resistance when wiping away thicker materials.

Static Charge Removal
Wiping static charge from a piece of paper is easy with UltraStat™ static elimination brushes. You can design a brush to remove the charge with or without contact with the item.

Shielding

Ultrafab recommends brush seals or static eliminators for shielding. Light, photographic and x-ray equipment usually need film and other media shielded from light in order for proper exposure. Soft filaments provide a seal against the light while still being gentle on the film as it is passed through. Fill material, diameter, and density can be varied for the right effectiveness.

Dust
Dust can wreak havoc in sensitive equipment. Brushes are very effective at sealing out dust in many areas, large or small.

Static Charge
Making sure a static charge does not build up to a high level or removing a charge is essential in many applications involving paper or other moving materials. The quality fibers in UltraStat™ static eliminators are capable of removing charge by contact or placement near the charged object. The spacing and density of the conductive acrylic fibers can be adjusted to achieve your desired resistance.

Filtering

Ultrafab recommends brush seals or flexible strip brushes for filtering applications.

Size
The size of the particles or items to be filtered out compared to the size of the material(s) or density of the liquid allowed to pass through is the main consideration here. The bristles can be spaced apart to allow larger items to pass through or placed very close together to filter out very small particles of dust. Choose a trim height based on the dimensions of a gap or the item to be caught.

Applying Liquids

Ultrafab recommends our reusable brushes or flexible strip brushes for applying liquids.

Type of Liquid Determines Fill
Material choice is very important when it comes to applying liquids. Some substances will break down or eat away the bristles and other bristle material will absorb certain liquids. Some common liquids include:

• paint or stain
• oil or grease
• acids
• glue
• water

Our technical information section will provide you with assistance in selecting the right materials.

Cleaning Up
Cleaning a brush can be a difficult and timely process. You can save time with our unique StrawBrush™. It's reusable without the cleaning!