Our best-in-class TFR – IMPACT EXTRA
When it comes to maintaining a pristine fleet, heavy haulage, plant, and emergency vehicles require more than just a basic wash. Built-up dirt, grease, and road grime can damage paintwork, reduce visibility, and create an unprofessional appearance. That’s where IMPACT EXTRA by Nielsen comes in – a high-performance Traffic Film Remover (TFR) engineered specifically for commercial vehicles and plant, ensuring a deep clean that’s both powerful and cost-effective.
How Traffic Film Removers Work
Traffic film removers are specially formulated to break down the stubborn layer of dirt and contaminants that accumulate on vehicles exposed to heavy road use. Unlike standard cleaning agents, IMPACT EXTRA contains a sophisticated blend of emulsifiers, detergents, soil suspending aids, and water softeners, ensuring a thorough and streak-free clean with every wash.
Heavy-Duty Cleaning
Formulated for all types of road transport, including buses, lorries, plant machinery, and emergency vehicles.
Rapid Action Formula
Quickly breaks down traffic film, grease, and road grime, saving you time and labour.
Excellent Cost-in-Use
Offers outstanding cleaning power while remaining economical, reducing overall wash costs.
Versatile Application
Can be used as a co-polymer, making it compatible with various vehicle finishes and coatings.
Superior Performance
Works effectively in hard and soft water, ensuring consistent results regardless of your location.
Explore Other High-Performance Solutions in the Nielsen Range
For an all-encompassing fleet maintenance solution, Nielsen offers a range of high-quality commercial vehicle cleaning products
Fast local delivery
Along with our extensive nationwide logistics, we also offer a fast local delivery service within a 50-mile radius of our manufacturing facilities.
Why use Nielsen Professional?
With over 50 years of experience, Nielsen has built a reputation for excellence, innovation, and reliability in automotive cleaning solutions. Here’s why industry leaders trust us:
COMPLETE RANGE
of car cleaning & maintenance products for the professional
1st CLASS SERVICE
Friendly support and expertise
RATED EXCELLENT
On quality & service
OVER 50 YEARS
Car care excellence
Enhance your fleet today
Don’t let road grime and grease compromise your fleet’s performance and appearance. Upgrade your cleaning routine today with IMPACT EXTRA!
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Vehicle TFR FAQs (Traffic Film Removers)
Keeping commercial vehicles, vans, HGVs, buses and fleet cars clean requires more than standard shampoo. Traffic Film Removers (TFRs) are specially formulated to break down road grime, grease, diesel residue, salt and dirt quickly and efficiently. Nielsen Chemicals’ professional range includes solutions such as Impact Extra, designed for powerful cleaning performance with low cost per wash.
What is a vehicle TFR?
A vehicle TFR (Traffic Film Remover) is a professional cleaning chemical designed to remove traffic film, oil, grease, road salt and stubborn dirt from vehicle exteriors. It is widely used on cars, vans, trucks, buses and plant machinery.
What does TFR stand for?
TFR stands for Traffic Film Remover, referring to products developed to remove the greasy layer of grime that builds up on vehicles during everyday road use.
What is traffic film on vehicles?
Traffic film is a mixture of road dirt, exhaust residue, oils, brake dust, rain contamination and airborne grime that sticks to paintwork, wheels and body panels.
Why use a TFR instead of normal car shampoo?
TFRs are stronger than standard shampoos and are designed to loosen heavy dirt before contact washing, helping save time and improve cleaning results on heavily used vehicles.
What vehicles can TFR be used on?
Most TFR products are suitable for:
Cars
Vans
HGVs and trucks
Buses and coaches
Trailers
Plant and agricultural equipment
Fleet vehicles
What is Impact Extra?
Impact Extra is a professional-grade TFR containing emulsifiers, detergents, soil suspending aids and water softeners. It is designed to deliver excellent traffic film and grease removal while remaining economical in use.
Is Impact Extra suitable for fleet cleaning?
Yes. It is ideal for fleet operators who need fast, repeatable cleaning across multiple vehicle types including haulage fleets, vans, buses and plant equipment.
How do you apply a vehicle TFR?
Most TFRs are applied using:
Pressure washers
Foam systems
Pump sprayers
Pre-spray systems before rinsing
Always follow the manufacturer’s recommended dilution rates.
What dilution should I use for TFR?
Dilution depends on soiling level, equipment and product strength. Nielsen states Impact Extra can be used through a pressure washer at 0.5% to 3% at the nozzle or as a pre-spray at 1:20.
Can TFR damage paintwork?
When used correctly and at recommended dilutions, professional TFRs are designed to clean safely. Never allow product to dry on paintwork and always rinse thoroughly.
Is TFR safe for decals and signwriting?
Many modern formulations are designed for commercial fleets with liveries and decals. Always test on sensitive finishes first or choose a paint-safe specialist formula.
Can TFR remove grease and oil?
Yes. TFRs are highly effective on oily contamination, diesel residue and greasy deposits commonly found on commercial vehicles.
