Washdown

Regulations for processing sensitive products such as food and pharmaceuticals require periodic thorough washing and sanitizing.

Automatic cleaning of industrial equipment is often carried out by clean-in-place (CIP) and/or steam-in-place (SIP) operations.

The area is cleaned of dirt and debris with the force and dissolving power of stream of water projected from a hose.

At the other end of the hose a nozzle regulates the flow of water and allows for a large fanned-out spray, as well as a more concentrated stream termed a needlepoint.

Military and civil defense have exercises to remove chemical and radioactive contamination from vehicles, buildings, people, etc.