Business Details
Professional Prepaint Cleaning Solutions
Great Lakes Laboratories has dedicated its operations exclusively to providing advanced prepaint cleaning and surface preparation products for painting and cleaning professionals. Our industrial-grade solutions are laboratory-tested and field-proven to address the most challenging cleaning requirements while maintaining environmental responsibility. Through rigorous product development, we have created water-reducible alkaline detergents that safely remove oils, greases, fats, and carbon deposits across diverse applications. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through formulations that eliminate up to 90% of coating failures while extending service life.We maintain technical expertise in application versatility across pressure washing, steam cleaning, and manual methods while prioritizing safety with non-flammable, non-toxic solutions. Our products meet stringent regulatory standards including USDA acceptance and compliance with CERCLA/SARA regulations. With nationwide distribution through major paint retailers like Sherwin Williams and Pittsburgh Paints, we deliver professional-grade cleaning solutions backed by comprehensive technical support.
Services
Prepaint Degreasing
Concrete Etching
Industrial Pressure Washing
Surface Preparation
Coating Failure Prevention
Highlights and features
- We focus exclusively on prepaint cleaning solutions
- Products are laboratory tested and field proven
- Formulations meet USDA and CERCLA/SARA regulations
- Non-toxic, non-flammable safety profile exceeds OSHA standards
- Available through major national paint distributors
Services
Prepaint Degreasing
Our industrial degreasers remove oils and contaminants from surfaces before painting. Formulated for effectiveness across multiple substrates, these solutions prevent coating failures by eliminating 90% of potential adhesion issues. Professionals use them with pressure washers, spray equipment, or manual methods.
Concrete Etching
Specialized cleaners prepare concrete surfaces for coatings through controlled etching. The process creates optimal surface profiles for adhesion while maintaining environmental compliance. Solutions work effectively on both industrial and residential concrete applications.
Industrial Pressure Washing
Our cleaners enhance pressure washing effectiveness for industrial surfaces. Formulations work with hot or cold water systems to remove heavy deposits from equipment, walls, and flooring. The concentrated solutions maintain safety while delivering powerful cleaning performance.
Coating Failure Prevention
Through proper surface preparation, our products extend coating longevity. By eliminating contaminants that cause premature failure, they ensure maximum performance from protective coatings. This extends maintenance cycles and reduces long-term costs.
Environmental Compliance Solutions
Our formulations meet strict environmental standards with biodegradable, water-soluble components. Products avoid hazardous waste classifications while maintaining cleaning effectiveness. This ensures regulatory compliance without compromising performance.
Questions
What makes your prepaint cleaners different from regular degreasers?
Our products are specifically formulated for coating preparation with controlled etching properties that enhance adhesion while removing contaminants.
Are your products safe for use around vegetation?
Yes, our cleaners are biodegradable and non-toxic to plants when used as directed.
Can I use your products with pressure washing equipment?
All our cleaners work effectively with hot or cold water pressure systems, including detergent injectors.
Do you offer technical support for product application?
Yes, our technical hotline provides guidance on proper dilution ratios and application methods for specific projects.
Are your products compliant with environmental regulations?
Our cleaners meet USDA standards and are not classified as hazardous waste under CERCLA, SARA, or RCRA regulations.
How concentrated are your cleaning solutions?
Our products are highly concentrated - 1 gallon makes up to 128 gallons of working solution depending on application requirements.
