Glacier Blast Inc. provides cutting-edge industrial cleaning services in Wisconsin, utilizing the power of dry ice blasting. This innovative method employs solid carbon dioxide (CO2) pellets propelled by compressed air to effectively clean and strip contaminants from industrial equipment, machinery, tanks, and facilities.
The process involves the dry ice pellets impacting the surface and instantly expanding into a gas, increasing in volume hundreds of times. This rapid expansion creates microscopic explosions that, combined with the kinetic energy of the pellets and the thermal shock of -109°F temperatures, dislodge and remove unwanted substances.
Traditional industrial cleaning methods often present significant drawbacks. Cleaning chemicals pose environmental risks to both employees and the environment, leaving behind hazardous waste streams that incur substantial disposal and transportation costs. Improper cleanup can also lead to corrosion and accelerated deterioration, increasing long-term maintenance expenses.
High-pressure water blasting also generates secondary waste, leading to similar disposal challenges. Moreover, residual water can infiltrate electrical components, causing corrosion and damage if not thoroughly removed.
Soda blasting shares the problem of secondary waste streams and the potential for corrosion if soda residue is not completely eliminated.
Sandblasting leaves behind abrasive media that can cause ongoing damage to equipment, particularly electrical components and moving parts. Cleanup is often difficult, and residual sand can continue to cause problems long after the initial cleaning.
Dry ice blasting offers a superior alternative. It eliminates secondary waste streams, abrasive media, water, and corrosive chemicals, preventing long-term negative impacts on equipment maintenance. This significantly reduces disposal fees and transportation costs.
Dry ice blasting is also environmentally friendly and safe. The dry ice transitions directly from a solid to a gaseous state, leaving no liquid residue. As pure CO2, it is a natural component of the air we breathe. Furthermore, the process is non-toxic, non-conductive, and non-corrosive, minimizing employee exposure to hazardous substances. The sub-zero temperature of dry ice also sterilizes surfaces during cleaning, killing germs and bacteria. Dry ice blasting adheres to the guidelines established by the USDA, EPA, and FDA.