The complete guide to using the foam cannon

The foam gun is an essential tool for cleaning and disinfection professionals. It enables products to be applied efficiently and evenly, optimising results while reducing the time and effort required.

The advantages of the foam cannon

Foam cannons, like the NETBIO 600 (stainless steel industrial foam gun) and the NETBIO 200 (professional foam gun with built-in compressor), offer a number of advantages for cleaning and disinfection:

Uniform application

The foam gun sprays a mixture of compressed air and cleaning/disinfectant product to create a dense, clinging foam. This foam spreads evenly over surfaces, allowing better contact with dirt and pathogens.

Prolonged contact time

The foam has a texture that allows it to remain on surfaces longer than traditional liquids. This prolonged contact time improves the effectiveness of cleaning and disinfection by allowing the active agents to penetrate better and act on dirt and micro-organisms.

Reducing waste

Using a foam gun means you can control the amount of product used, which reduces waste and costs.

Better surface coverage

The foam can reach hard-to-reach areas such as corners, cracks and uneven surfaces, ensuring more thorough cleaning and disinfection.

Improving safety

Foam is less likely to cause splashes and sprays than liquids, improving operator safety and reducing the risk of cross-contamination.

How the foam gun works

The foam gun works by mixing compressed air with a cleaning, degreasing or disinfecting solution to create a dense foam that clings to the walls.

1. Connecting the appliance Connect the appliance to the mains water and electricity supply.
2. Foaming agent canister connection Screw the barrel plunger onto the product canister.
3. Starting the appliance Turn on the 2 buttons (pump and compressor).
4. Pressure adjustment Adjust the pressure to obtain the desired foam consistency.
5. Application Spray the foam onto the surfaces to be treated.
6. Contact time Leave the foam to work for the recommended time.
7. Rinse Turn the foam gun knob to the "rinse" position and rinse if necessary to remove any residue.

Sectors of use

Food industry

In the food industry, maintaining a hygienic environment is crucial to food safety. The foam gun can be used to effectively clean and disinfect production equipment, assembly lines, work surfaces and storage areas. The adherent foam ensures a prolonged action of the cleaning agents, eliminating bacteria and organic residues, while complying with the sector's strict sanitary standards.

Hotel and catering sector

Hotels, restaurants and professional kitchens must maintain high standards of hygiene. The foam gun makes it easy to clean kitchens, food preparation areas, extraction systems and communal areas, ensuring a safe environment for customers and staff.

Agriculture and livestock

In agriculture and livestock farming, controlling pathogens is essential for animal health and product quality. The foam gun makes it easy to clean stables, hen houses, piggeries and farm equipment. The foam penetrates hard-to-reach nooks and crannies, ensuring complete disinfection and helping to prevent the spread of disease.

Transport and logistics

Transport vehicles, such as lorries, buses, trains and aircraft, require regular maintenance to ensure cleanliness and passenger safety. The foam gun is ideal for cleaning bodywork, interiors, containers and trailers. It effectively removes dirt, grease and environmental contaminants, extending vehicle life and improving brand image.

Building and infrastructure maintenance

For cleaning and maintenance companies, the foam gun is an invaluable tool for treating facades, industrial floors, car parks, roofs and sports facilities. The active foam dissolves stubborn dirt, moss and lichen, making rinsing easier and reducing the physical effort required. This helps to keep infrastructures in good condition and extend their lifespan.

Medical and pharmaceutical sector

In hospitals, clinics and laboratories, hygiene is essential to prevent nosocomial infections and guarantee patient safety. The foam gun ensures thorough disinfection of operating theatres, rooms, medical equipment and sensitive surfaces. The disinfectant foam stays in contact with surfaces long enough to eliminate pathogenic micro-organisms.

Local authorities and public services

Municipalities and public services use the foam gun to maintain public spaces such as parks, playgrounds, pavements and urban amenities. It helps to keep towns and cities clean and improve residents' quality of life.

Sports complexes

In sports facilities, hygiene is essential for the well-being of users and compliance with health standards. The foam gun is ideal for cleaning and disinfecting changing rooms, showers, sports halls, swimming pools and sports facilities. The foam effectively eliminates bacteria, viruses and fungi that can proliferate in these busy, damp environments. It also ensures thorough cleaning of non-slip floors and tiled surfaces, which are often difficult to maintain using traditional methods.

The 2 IBL Specifik Autonomous foam cannons

NETBIO 600

NETBIO 200

IBL Specifik products for use with foam cannons

Our Foam Cannon has been developed with our products: 

CLEAN D + Hyper Industrial Degreaser

3D BIO Ecological foaming product

The foam gun is a wise investment for cleaning and disinfection professionals. Its advantages in terms of efficiency, economy and safety make it an essential tool in many sectors. If you have any questions or would like a quote on our foam guns or foam products, please contact us, contact us by filling in the formcall us on +33(0) 1 41 98 32 20 or visit our showroom near Paris

FAQ on the use of a foam cannon