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WHAT IS DRY ICE BLASTING

  • Dry-ice blasting involves using solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) pellets or MicroParticles.

  • These pellets are accelerated at supersonic speeds and sublimate (convert directly from a solid to a gas) upon impact with the surface being cleaned.

  • The process lifts dirt and contaminants off the underlying substrate without causing damage.

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Advantages of Dry-Ice Blasting:

  • Environmentally Friendly: Dry ice is a reclaimed byproduct of other industrial processes, making it an eco-friendly cleaning medium.

  • Nonabrasive: Unlike traditional abrasive methods (e.g., sand blasting), dry-ice blasting doesn’t abrade the surface.

  • Non-Conductive and Nonflammable: It’s safe to use on electrical components and in sensitive areas.

  • Non-Toxic: Dry ice is approved by the EPA, FDA, and USDA.

  • Efficient: Dry-ice blasting effectively removes contaminants.

  • No Secondary Waste: Dry ice sublimates, leaving no chemical residues or secondary waste.

  • Reduced Employee Exposure: It minimizes exposure to chemical cleaning agents.

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How It Works

  • Dry-ice pellets are propelled at high speeds.

  • Upon impact, the pellets sublimate immediately, transferring minimal kinetic energy to the surface.

  • The sublimation process absorbs heat from the surface, creating shear stresses due to thermal shock.

  • Microscopic shock waves also assist in removing contaminants.

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