Industrial Degreasing Solutions - Heavy Equipment, Construction& Mining

Heavy Equipment, Construction & Mining Cleaning Solutions

High-Performance Cleaning Chemistries for

Extreme Soils, Heavy Equipment & Jobsite Conditions

Genesis Chemicals provides a complete system of heavy equipment cleaning solutions designed specifically for construction and jobsite environments — helping operators restore equipment performance, reduce downtime, and maintain safe, efficient operations across construction, paving, and mining applications.

Heavy equipment and construction cleaning involves removing some of the most difficult contamination encountered in industrial environments — including asphalt, concrete, clay, grease, and site debris — from large, complex machinery operating in harsh outdoor conditions.

Unlike controlled shop environments, cleaning in construction and mining operations must account for variable temperatures, inconsistent water quality, and extreme soil loads. Equipment is often cleaned using pressure washing systems, foam application, or targeted chemical treatments where cleaning chemistry must perform quickly and effectively under high dilution and real-world field conditions.

Built for Real-World Mining, Jobsite & Equipment Demands

Construction and mining operations must handle:

  • heavy mud, clay, and soil accumulation
  • asphalt, tar, and bitumen contamination
  • concrete and cement buildup on equipment surfaces
  • hydraulic oil, grease, and mixed industrial soils
  • large equipment with difficult-to-access cleaning areas

A single cleaner is rarely effective across all these conditions — different contamination types require different chemical approaches.

Genesis Chemicals solutions are designed for:

  • earthmoving and excavation equipment
  • paving and asphalt operations
  • concrete production and forming equipment
  • mining and aggregate processing operations

These products are engineered to perform in demanding environments where reliability, speed, and cleaning power are critical.

Challenges in Construction & Mining Equipment Cleaning

Heavy equipment cleaning presents a variety of unique challenges:

  • layered contamination (mud + grease + hydrocarbons)
  • hardened mineral deposits (concrete, cement, scale)
  • extreme weather and temperature conditions
  • need for fast turnaround between jobs
  • balancing aggressive cleaning with operator safety

Without the right chemistry, these challenges lead to incomplete cleaning, increased labor, and reduced equipment efficiency.

Choosing the Right Cleaning Chemistry

The ideal equipment cleaning system depends on:

  • type of contamination (organic soils vs hydrocarbons vs mineral deposits)
  • cleaning method (pressure wash, foam, solvent application)
  • surface (painted equipment vs steel vs aluminum)
  • operating conditions and job cycle requirements

A properly designed system ensures:

  • efficient removal of heavy contamination
  • reduced cleaning time and labor
  • consistent results across job sites
  • improved equipment longevity and performance
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The Genesis Chemicals Cleaning & Degreasing Systems for

Construction & Mining Equipment & Operations

Effective cleaning depends on using the right chemistry at each stage:

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Asphalt, Bitumen & Heavy Hydrocarbon Removal

Paving, roadwork, and oil-exposed equipment accumulate asphalt, tack oil, and heavy hydrocarbon residues that bond aggressively to metal and painted surfaces. These contaminants require high-solvency chemistry capable of penetrating, softening, and dissolving dense hydrocarbon layers so they can be effectively removed.

Cleaning is typically performed using solvent pre-treatment followed by pressure washing, with repeat applications used for heavy buildup to fully restore equipment surfaces.

Recommended Products:

Dynasol HD – Asphalt & Heavy Hydrocarbon Degreaser

  • Breaks down asphalt, tar, and tack oil
  • High solvency for paving and road equipment
  • Ideal for graders, pavers, rollers

Ultrasolve – Heavy Duty Industrial Degreaser

  • Penetrates & dissolves heavy grease, oil, and hydrocarbon buildup
  • Good for mixed contamination environments
  • Ideal for engine bays, undercarriages, and equipment
  • Can be used alongside Dynasol HD

Concrete, Cement & Mineral Deposit Removal

Concrete, cement, and mineral deposits form hard, bonded layers on equipment surfaces that cannot be removed through standard detergents or pressure washing alone. These materials require inhibited acid-based chemistry to chemically dissolve and break down the bond to the substrate, allowing for safe and effective removal.

Due to the aggressive nature of these deposits and cleaning agents, proper product selection is critical to balance cleaning strength with operator safety and surface protection, especially in enclosed wash bays or high-use environments.

Recommended Products:

Liquid Chisel – Performance Concrete & Cement Remover

  • Breaks down hardened concrete and cement residue
  • Effective on mixers, chutes, and equipment surfaces
  • Reduces buildup and maintenance issues
  • Inhibited for improved user and surface safety

Eco-Maxx – Safer Concrete & Cement Remover

  • Removes concrete and redi-mix residue
  • Inhibited acid formulation for increased user handling and safety
  • Suitable for heavy equipment applications

Set-Back – Molecular Concrete Dissolver & Remover

  • Targets stubborn concrete residue and breaks down the molecular bonds returning concrete to pre-hardened state
  • Enhances cleaning of heavily fouled equipment
  • Supports restoration of equipment surfaces
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General Degreasing – Equipment, Components & Tools

In addition to heavy soil and mineral removal, construction and maintenance operations require general-purpose degreasing for equipment, components, and work surfaces exposed to oils, grease, and light to moderate contamination. These applications demand versatile, water-based chemistry that can deliver effective cleaning while remaining safe for use on a wide range of materials, including aluminum and painted surfaces. Cleaning is typically performed using spray application, foaming systems, or pressure washing depending on the level of contamination and equipment type.

Recommended Products:

Formula 1 – Heavy Duty Alkaline Degreaser

  • Strong cutting power for oils, grease, and grime
  • Water-based formula for versatile use and dilution based on level of grease and soils
  • Ideal for general equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • When used as directed works well on shop floors and walls

Proclean Flex – Performance Multi-Surface Cleaner & Degreaser

  • Safe for use on aluminum and sensitive metals
  • Versatile cleaning across mixed surfaces
  • Effective for both light and heavy-duty applications
  • Can be used in foaming or pressure applications for extended dwell time and coverage

Pressure Washing & Heavy Equipment Washing

(Mud, Clay, Soil)

Earthmoving, mining, and construction equipment accumulate layered contamination including mud, clay, sand, and grease that can become compacted and difficult to remove. Effective cleaning requires a combination of high-performance detergents and dispersants that can penetrate dense soil layers, break surface tension, and allow contamination to be lifted and rinsed away.

Cleaning is typically performed using pre-soak or foam application followed by high-pressure washing, often in repeated cycles for heavily soiled equipment.

Recommended Products:

Big Bully – Heavy Duty Alkaline Pre-Soak

  • Breaks down heavy mud, clay, road film, grease, and traffic grime
  • Improves overall cleaning efficiency
  • Reduces labor and repeat washing
  • Designed for low-pressure and foaming system application

Jet Blast – Pressure Washer Vehicle & Equipment Detergent

  • Designed for use in pressure wash systems
  • Helps lift and remove grease, oil, and road contamination
  • Enhances cleaning efficiency in high-throughput environments

For more details about our entire line up for fleet washing chemicals see our Heavy Duty Fleet Wash Bay Solutions.

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Powerhouse LD - Genesis Canada Heavy Duty Powdered Laundry Detergent for commercial and industrial laundering with built in brightener and whitening agents removes soils.

Shop Support – Laundry & Reusable Materials

Construction and mining operations generate heavily contaminated PPE, rags, and workwear that are exposed to oils, grease, and fine particulates. Proper cleaning of these materials is essential to maintain worker safety, extend the life of reusable items, and ensure consistent performance in demanding environments. Industrial laundry detergents are designed to break down embedded contamination within fabric fibers while maintaining material integrity over repeated wash cycles.

Recommended Products:

Powerhouse LD – Industrial Powdered Laundry Detergent

  • Breaks down oil and grease in fabrics
  • Designed for industrial laundry applications
  • Helps extend life of reusable shop materials
  • Suitable for extreme soil levels

Sludge, Silt & Drainage System Cleaning

In construction, mining, and oilfield environments, systems such as wash bays, drainage systems, sumps, and process piping often accumulate dense sludge, silt, sand, and clay deposits that restrict flow and reduce system efficiency.

Unlike degreasers or solvents, dispersants work by breaking the adhesive forces that bind these materials together, converting dense, compacted deposits into light, suspended particles that can be flushed from the system.

Dispersants function by preventing particles from clumping and keeping them suspended in fluid, allowing for easier removal and improved system performance.

Recommended Products:

Mudslide – High Performance Dispersant

  • Breaks apart dense sludge, clay and silt deposits
  • Converts compacted material into non-adherent, flowable particles
  • Improves system flow and prevents buildup
  • Effective in drainage systems, piping, and water handling systems

Not Sure Which Heavy Equipment Cleaning Products Fit Your Operation?

Choosing the right product depends on:

  • type and severity of contamination
  • cleaning method (manual, pressure wash, immersion)
  • surface materials (steel, aluminum, painted surfaces)
  • required cleaning speed and throughput

Explore the product options above or contact our team for help building a complete degreasing program for your facility.

Related Degreaser Systems

Workshop degreasers and cleaners are just one of our many specialties. Depending on your operation, other systems may be more suitable: