Alum‑Brite is a powerful acid‑based commercial aluminum cleaner and brightener formulated for heavy‑duty fleet, trailer, and industrial equipment washing where a bright, raw‑aluminum finish is the goal. It cuts through oxidation, scale, road film, and embedded grime on unpolished aluminum surfaces so you can restore a cleaner, brighter look without sanding or mechanical polishing. This 55 gallon drum is ready to use requiring no further dilution.
What Makes Alum‑Brite Different
Alum‑Brite Lite is a concentrated, commercial‑grade acid cleaner specifically tuned for unpolished aluminum, giving you strong bite on oxidation and scale while remaining predictable and repeatable when being used.
It is designed to be used as a pre‑soak and aluminum brightener in professional truck and fleet washes, slotting perfectly into workflows where trucks, trailers, and equipment need deep cleaning before more detailed finishing steps.
Recommended Use Routine
- Verify that all surfaces to be cleaned are unpolished aluminum and that nearby glass and polished metals are protected.
- Working on cool surfaces, apply the solution from the bottom up to ensure even coverage.
- Allow a short dwell time while the product attacks oxidation, scale, and grime—do not let it dry on the surface.
- Neutralize Alum-Brite with a high pH Step 2.
- Rinse thoroughly with plenty of fresh, preferably softened, water from top to bottom until all product and residue are removed.
- Inspect the surface; repeat the process only where stubborn oxidation or staining remains.
- Follow with your normal wash process or finishing steps as needed within your commercial wash workflow.
Equipment & Setup Recommendations
Alum‑Brite is built for commercial and industrial environments and should be used only with equipment and safety practices designed for strong acids.
- Chemical‑resistant sprayers, pumps, and lines capable of handling acid‑based cleaners.
- Downstream injection systems that can consistently deliver the results.
- High‑pressure wash systems for thorough rinsing of trailers, truck bodies, and equipment.
- Softened water supply where possible for best performance and rinsing.
- Appropriate PPE including acid‑resistant gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing per SDS guidance.
Why You Need Alum‑Brite
- Delivers heavy‑duty acid cleaning power to remove oxidation, scale, brake dust, and stubborn road film from unpolished aluminum.
- Brightens and refreshes aluminum truck bodies, trailers, rims, fuel tanks, and equipment without mechanical sanding or polishing.
- Designed specifically for commercial and industrial use, making it ideal for fleet washes, truck washes, and heavy equipment facilities.
- Functions as an effective truck wash pre‑soak and aluminum brightener within a high‑volume wash workflow.
- Offers ready to use dilution rates for pre‑soak, wheels, and aluminum walls.
- Helps restore a cleaner, brighter aluminum appearance ahead of finer finishing steps or protective treatments.
- Ready to use formula requires no mixing before use.
Alum-Brite Lite at a glance
| Chemistry | Ready-to-use acid aluminum brightener (Alum-Brite pre-diluted 5 gal concentrate to 50 gal water) |
|---|---|
| Pair with | A high pH Step 2 to neutralize, such as Total Brite 200 |
| Polish-safe | No. Unpolished aluminum only. |
| Soap injector setup | Use straight. Put the draw tube directly in the container, no pre-mix. |
| Final strength at the injector | 20:1 |
| Shipping class | Ships as a DOT-regulated corrosive (UN 2922, Class 8, subsidiary 6.1) per SDS Section 14. |
| Safety Data Sheet | Download the Alum-Brite Lite SDS (PDF) |
Injector setup and strength come from our Soap System Calculator. Enter your pressure washer's PSI and GPM there to get the right metering tip.
Use it on
- Unpolished aluminum trailers, truck bodies, rims and tanks
- Brightening without mixing
Keep it off / avoid
- Polished aluminum, chrome and other polished metals
- Glass. Protect it before spraying.
- Letting it dry on the surface
Alum-Brite Lite FAQs
Do I need to dilute Alum-Brite Lite?
No. It is ready to use from the drum in a soap injector, foam cannon or pump sprayer.
Is it safe on polished aluminum?
No. Use it on unpolished aluminum only.
Does it contain hydrofluoric acid?
Yes. It contains sulfuric and hydrofluoric acid at a diluted strength. Read the SDS and wear the required protective equipment.
How drum & tote freight works
- Ships by LTL truck freight from Michigan. 55 gallon drums and 275 gallon totes go out on a freight truck, not by parcel.
- Get a live estimate on this page. In the freight estimator, choose a commercial address with a dock or forklift, a residential address or no dock (liftgate needed), or pickup at your local freight terminal. Then enter your ZIP code and state.
- Your estimate is saved with your order. When you add to cart, the quote is added to your order notes. Estimates aren’t final, and final freight charges may vary.
- Hazmat status: Ships as a DOT-regulated corrosive (UN 2922, Class 8, subsidiary 6.1) per SDS Section 14.
- Order the right chemistry the first time. We don’t reimburse shipping costs on 5 gallon quantities and larger. If you’re not sure what fits your operation, call us at 616.777.7175 before you order.
- Outside the lower 48 states? Call us for a freight quote.
