DPF | DOC Cleaning
Industry-Leading DPF Cleaning Services | Des Moines, IA
Cutting-Edge DPF and DOC Cleaning Solutions
Discover the difference with American Radiator’s advanced cleaning technologies. We offer a range of state-of-the-art cleaning processes, including traditional bake and blow methods and innovative aqueous DPF cleaning services. Our expert team delivers unparalleled results with an industry-leading turnaround time, setting new standards for efficiency and effectiveness.
Why Choose American Radiator?
Expertise in Emission System Maintenance: Benefit from our extensive knowledge and experience in DPF and DOC cleaning.
Improved Vehicle Performance: Our services help boost your vehicle's efficiency and reliability.
Cost Savings: Reduce your operating costs per mile with our high-quality cleaning solutions.
- Extended Filter Life: Prolong the lifespan of your DPF filters with our advanced cleaning technologies.
Experience Unmatched Quality
When it comes to maintaining your vehicle’s emission system, trust American Radiator for exceptional service and results. Contact us today to learn more about our advanced DPF and DOC cleaning services and how we can enhance your vehicle’s performance.
Through innovation and technology the methods used to effectively clean a DPF have advanced. In fact, OEMs like Daimler Trucks North America have gone on record stating their DPFs are designed to be liquid cleaned due to the internal structure of the filter. Read the article to learn more.
Aqueous DPF Cleaning - Superior Level Of Cleaning
American Radiator first introduced aqueous DPF cleaning to the Iowa market in 2017. This cleaning process, designed by EcoClean Advantage, allows us to properly clean and dry a contaminated DPF or DOC in two-hours or less. Using treated water and a proprietary surfactant allows us to remove and recover debris from the cell structure of the filter. Our non-destructive 9-step cleaning process helps prolong the life of the filter while restoring it to OEM operating specs.
9-Step Aqueous Cleaning Process
Our aqueous cleaning machine utilizes a computer-guided program during core portion of the cleaning process. We have also removed high-temperature heat and high-pressure air from the process. These three things provide consisent cleanings, do not contribute to platinum migration, and help to prolong the life of your filter.
American Radiator
1616 NE Broadway Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313
Mon. - Fri.: 7 am to 5 pm CST
Sales Office: 877.203.4572
email: [email protected]
Additional Cleaning Services
Bake and Blow Cleaning
American Radiator has been providing bake and blow DPF cleaning service since 2014. This is an alternative method to aqueous that uses high temperatures to turn the soot to ash. The ash is then removed from the filter using high-pressure air.
Heat Extraction Cleaning
Our gas heat extraction oven allows us to properly treat DPFs and DOCs that have been contaminated with oil or antifreeze. This cycle would be peformed and then the filter would go through a regular DPF cleaning process.
One-Box | SCR Cleaning
Our team has the ability to service your one-box and SCR units. There are a few processes that can be used depending on the construction of the system. Please call for additional information for these type of cleanings.
Why Is DPF Cleaning Important?
When it comes to diesel particulate filter cleaning services, there are two approaches...Reactive and Proactive. One could argue that either way works, and in some cases that may be true. But for the fleet manager or efficient owner/operator, cleaning DPF filters must be part of your regular service checklist.
Now manufacturers have varying recommendations on how often your diesel particulate filter should be cleaned. These recommendations range from 150,000 miles to 300,000 miles. What you must understand is these recommendations hold true under ideal driving conditions. The times where you're driving consistently at highway speeds, with a heavy load out and a heavy load back.With heavy-heavy being an ideal situation, here are common conditions drivers face:- - Heavy out - light in
- - Frequent stops, long idle times (buses)
- - Frequent stops, long idle times with hydraulic use (garbage collection)
Each of these situations drastically reduce the recommended range for diesel particulate filter cleaning,
by as much as 75%.
Below is an image of the porous wall of a DPF which cleans the air as it is forced into the outlet cells:
What's Left In Your Filter After Regeneration?
Unfortunately there are particles in your diesel exhaust that cannot be totally burned during regeneration. Items like fuel additives, oil lubricants and microscopic metals from engine wear. These particles are turned to ash and stay in your DPF until properly cleaned. The only way to make sure ash is removed is through a process of baking and blowing of the particulate filter. Proper DPF cleaning services will not only help your truck operate at optimum OE intended levels, but prolong the life of the diesel particulate filter as well.
The Benefits Of A DPF Cleaned By American Radiator
What If Your DPF Is Damaged And Needs To Be Replaced?
- - American Radiator offers a full-line of new DPF and DOC filters.
- - Aftermarket filters which offer a 2-YR unlimited mileage warranty covering manufacturer defects.
- - No Core Charge on new filters saves you hundreds of dollars.
- - New In-The-Box Filters...not service exchange units.
- - Take advantage of our Famous Same Day Shipping.