


Are you looking for a way to responsibly and thoroughly clean heavy equipment? It may be time to consider a dry ice cleaning service. Read on to see some of the benefits of harnessing the power of CO2 over other blast cleaning mediums.
It's Less Abrasive Than Other Cleaning Methods
While the idea of CO2 blasting may sound abrasive, similar to methods such as sand blasting, the dry ice pellets themselves are actually relatively soft. When the dry ice pellets make contact with the surface of an object, they sublimate -- that is, revert from solid to gaseous form -- almost immediately. This quick change causes minimal surface abrasion, and the shock waves it produces in the process are thought to assist in the cleaning process as well. The end result is a thorough clean that doesn't damage or scratch heavy equipment components that need to be sanitized.
It's Easier On The Body
If you're working with heavy equipment with complex molds, the prospect of cleaning every nook and cranny can be difficult. Dry ice blasting is not only more ergonomically sensible for technicians, but it also cuts down on the inhalation of chemical solvents, which can be harmful to the lungs over time. However, because carbon dioxide displaces oxygen, it's important to use any CO2 cleaning equipment in a well-ventilated area. While C02 can be harmful, unlike the typical cleaning product, you know exactly what it contains -- carbon and oxygen.
It's Environmentally Responsible
In addition to being easier on the technician and the machinery, dry ice blasting is also easier on the environment. Unlike sand or soda, dry ice cleaning produces no secondary waste. In fact, the only waste it leaves behind is the dirt and grime it dislodges, which can easily be swept away.
It's Food Safe
It's estimated that nearly one in six Americans will contract a foodborne illness each year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. When cleaning food preparation equipment, it's important to be sure that the cleaning equipment not only does its job, but that it does so without leaving any illness-causing chemical residue behind. In 2004, the Food Standards Agency issued a report discussing how dry ice blasting could be used to clear surfaces of harmful bacteria such as E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria, which have caused repeated outbreaks in the past few years.
These are only just a few of the benefits of utilizing a dry ice cleaning service. If you're interested in learning more, contact us today.
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