Case Studies

Dry & Wet ice blasting can be used effectively for the removal of anti-foul from hulls of marine craft and, as the wet ice system can be used underwater, it is ideal for barnacle removal and marine growth from oil rig legs, cleaning of filters etc. on ship hulls, steering gear and many other applications.

Every day the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries deal with the challenge of maintaining hygiene standards and cleanliness. Ice blasting uses harmless media, it’s a preferred choice in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors for its ability to restore equipment to immaculate conditions efficiently and sustainably.

Dirt, tar and grease can cause industrial machinery to fail by clogging gearing, filters, and screens, hiding the cause of the fault. Ice blasting will remove these ensuring the fault can be found quickly. Machinery does not require to be switched off during cleaning - saving on downtime.

Ice blasting can be used for cleaning stone, steel and wood. From cleaning soot and damage caused by fire and smoke - to removal of intumescent paint from steelwork. Oak beams can be cleaned to remove any staining or mould growth or staining caused by chlorine and pool chemicals.

Both Dry & Wet ice blasting can be used for the removal of paint & graffiti. Intumescent paint can be removed - or spot repaired - without having to sandblast the structure. Ice blasting does not require chemicals and is a safer way of removing graffiti in public places.

Ice blasting offers a distinct advantage with the efficient removal of protective waxes and coatings, eliminating the need for harsh solvents. Ice blasting plays a pivotal role in the meticulous cleaning of stress areas before inspection.