CLAM® and MINI-WASH Parts and Cleaning Systems All systems use water soluble, biodegridable detergents to provide an environmentally safe methods for washing parts containing grease, oil, chips and dirt. CLAM® Products Systems use hot water and biodegradable detergents to clean parts. This protects employees and the environment by removing exposure to harmful solvents such as tri-chlor’ freon and petroleum distillates like mineral spirits or kerosene.