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Dry Ice Blasting offers the perfect solution for efficient removal of bitumen and tar from a wide range of surfaces in various industries, heritage sites, and domestic properties. The innovative cleaning method harnesses extreme cold of dry ice pellets (at approximately -79 degrees Celsius) to effectively freeze and make the bitumen brittle on contact.

The process involves a kinetic explosion by the rapid expansion and vaporization of the cold, frozen gas (know as sublimation). The explosion dislodges the bitumen form the surface it was adhered to, leaving the surface clean and undamaged.

Unlike other abrasive blasting methods that tend to heat the bitumen, causing it to become sticky and spread, dry ice blasting is gentle yet highly effective. The process creates no secondary waste, in contrast to sand, grit or water jetting. Additionally, no chemicals or cleansing agents are used, preventing occurrence of ghosting marks after removal.

Sufaces Dry Ice Blasting Can Remove Bitumen From:

  • Concrete, walkways, and railings
  • Leaking production vales
  • Storage tanks
  • Electrical switch gear and motors
  • Truck Terminals
  • Rail car pads

Industries Benefiting form Dry Ice Bitumen Removal:

  • Bitumen Production Plants
  • Constructions companies
  • Developers
  • Quarry's
  • Coating Applicators
  • Rubber Manufactures
  • Railway Company's
  • Oil Industry
  • Petrochemical Industry
  • Heritage Company's

Key Benefits of Dry Ice Blasting for Bitumen Removal:

  • Gentle Yet Effective: Dry Ice Blasting is non-abrasive method that preserves the integrity of underlying surfaces and machinery, making it suitable for various materials.
  • Environmentally Responsible: The process unitizes recycled CO2 pellets, leaving zero residue behind, and is an eco-conscious choice when removing bitumen.
  • No Secondary Waste: Dry ice Blasting eliminates the need for additional waste disposal, reducing the environmental impact associated with other cleaning methods.
  • Fast and Efficient: It is a rapid cleaning method that minimizes downtime and reduces labour costs.
  • Safe for Workers: Dry Ice Blasting eliminates the use of harmful chemicals, promoting worker safety by reducing exposure to potential hazards.
  • Versatile:This method can be applied to remove bitumen from variety of surfaces, including concrete, metal, wood, and electrical switch gear.

In Conclusion:

Dry Ice Blasting is a ground-breaking solution for efficient and environmentally responsible way to remove bitumen and tar. Its ability to persevere surface integrity, reduce waste, and minimize downtime makes it a preferred choice for industries and applications where bitumen removal is required.

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