CHEMICAL ANALYSIS

REPORTED PROBLEM

A company reported its doubts on a purchased reagent and its fungicidal, bactericidal and biocidal properties. Too high unit price and sanitation requirements imposed on the company required regular disinfection of its premises.

ACTIONS

An analysis of the working mixture being purchased was made, with additional verification of alternatives available on the market. The company’s requirement for disinfectants was determined. An adequate concentrate was selected, having suitable price (equal to the price of the mixture being previously purchased) and adequate efficiency, and easy to apply in working mixtures. The company’s staff was trained in correct dosage and application of the mixture.

EFFECT

  • The amount of product being purchased was reduced, at the same time increasing its efficiency at the same price for a unit volume (a concentrate being purchased instead of a working mixture).
  • The company generated savings (less expenses in a unit of time).