Frequently Asked Questions
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Does dry ice cleaning contribute to the greenhouse effect?
No. Dry ice is very ecological. Although it is made from solid carbon dioxide, it never produces or releases excess carbon dioxide into the environment and does not contribute to the greenhouse effect. In fact, dry ice is still more and more used as an alternative “technology” for processes that are harmful to the environment.
What happens to contaminants and impurities?
Contaminants can be solid, viscous or liquid (paint, carbon deposits, glue, grease, sugar, ink, impurities). During the dry ice blasting process most of the dirt falls on the floor or on the ground, from where such dirt can be removed by vacuum-cleaning or sweeping.
Can dry ice cause damage to the cleaned surface?
We offer blasting equipment that allows very fine cleaning (e.g. printed circuit boards) and equipment designed for aggressive cleaning (cleaning of wood, graffiti, chassis, etc.).
Does dry ice blasting generate static electricity?
Yes, a certain degree of static electricity is not an exception in dry ice blasting. The device is designed with integrated earthing. If the blasting unit and object are properly grounded, it is very unlikely that you will have static discharge problem.
Is the blasting equipment noisy?
The noise level can range from 85 to 130 db. Hearing protection is required.
Can dry ice blasting remove rust?
Dry ice blasting removes all loosely adhering oxidation and salts, but does not remove deeply adhering oxidation.
Is it possible to use dry ice blasting on wood?
Yes. However, blasting of wood with dry ice can increase its roughness – especially of soft wood. Hardwoods generally respond much better to dry ice blasting.
Does dry ice blasting have any environmental consequences?
Dry ice is completely non-toxic. In contrast to other cleaning methods which use water or high-pressure hoses, contaminated water does not leak into the environment. Loose cover film can be swept / vacuumed. Dry ice blasting does not produce toxic fumes from solvents and other chemicals during cleaning.
Does dry ice blasting have thermal effects on cleaned items?
No. Temperature changes in machinery during dry ice blasting are generally small compared to changes that occur during the normal operation.
Is dry ice blasting expensive?
Depending on the particular application, dry ice blasting is often a less expensive alternative than other forms of medium blasting. The cleaning process is fast and it allows less or no production downtime. Non-abrasive results allow the elimination of further steps, such as repainting or surface treatment in most cases. In addition, it is not necessary to clean the secondary waste after completion of the process, as no media (e.g. sand or water) remain after its completion.