VENLIME A is liming agent for use in beam house in the unhairing stage.
CHARACTERISTICS:
Appearance : Colourless to yellowish liquid.
Density @ 250C : 1.02-1.06 g/cc
pH : 10 -12
(Drop in pH is normal over prolonged storage. However this will not affect product performance in any which way)
SPECIAL FEATURES:
• It accelerates dissolution of lime and therefore penetration is improved.
• Its usage minimizes wrinkle development in the pelt which helps in achieving flat grain.
APPLICATION:
It is used in the beginning and also used partially at the end of liming process. Initially after adding it, run for 30-40 minutes followed by addition of sulfide and lime system.
For bovine hides : 1 - 2 % is recommended
For Calf skins (direct liming) : 0.75% - 1.75% in the beginning and 0.25% at the end.
For Skins : 1 - 1.5% for direct liming,
: 0.5 - 1% in the paste for paint method,
: 0.5 - 1% in the drum.
SHELF LIFE :
Minimum 12 months if stored in dry & cool place in closed container under normal conditions.