[1]Did you know that the 3M Company [2] is 115 years old and makes practically everything under the sun? [3]
Chemicals are a big part of the equation and we’ve had a can of 3M Adhesive Remover [4] on the shelf for years. It’s a venerable staple around the garage, perfect for clean-ups and removing stubborn residue of a myriad of surfaces.
3M High Power Brake Cleaner is another garage stalwart and when we stopped by the gigantic, St.Paul-based conglomerate’s booth at SEMA, their new earth-friendly versions of an old favorite was the star of the show.
Volatile off-gassing compounds–VOCs– are a big bug-a-boo these days. California, Utah, Delaware, and New Hampshire are leading the green wave allowing just 10% of the harmful fumes to escape during application.
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In response, 3M has introduced three levels of brake cleaner for different parts of the country. The lowest version–10% VOCs–is for the four aforementioned states run by greenies with jackboots and patchouli oil.
Next up is the 45% off-gassing version for less stringent states–which are increasingly migrating to the tougher requirement–and bringing up the rear is the regular, full-on version.
We talked with 3M rep Kevin Ansell and he told us regardless of what version you purchase, you get an improved performance with a proprietary formula that cleans better and requires less product.
Just think of how clean your new suspension and brake components will be! Check out 3M’s website [6] for all the latest details and where you can buy the new, greener High Power Brake Cleaner.