Natural Penicillins. David B. Beta-lactam ring interferes with final stage of cell wall synthesis by binding to peptidoglygan, bacterial enzyme that catalyzes cell wall strength. Bacteriocidal activity against many gram-positive organisms, as well as some spirochetes and fungi. Is susceptible to penicillinase (beta-lactamase).
Superior Syberkleen 2000 Saponifier is formulated for removing flux residues in batch or in-line cleaning systems. Superior Descaler removes mineral deposits that build up in water cleaning equipment over time.
Saponification of Fat - Synthesis of Soap. Saponification is the process of making soap from alkali and fat (or oil). Vegetable oils and animal fats are fatty esters in the form of triglycerides. The alkali breaks the ester bond and releases the fatty acid salt and glycerol. If necessary, soaps may be precipitated by salting out with saturated sodium chloride.