kuivajääpuhdistus

Kuivajääpuhdistus, also known as dry ice blasting, is a cleaning method that utilizes solidified carbon dioxide (dry ice) as the blasting medium. The process involves propelling small pellets or snow-like particles of dry ice at high velocity against a surface that needs cleaning. When these dry ice particles strike the surface, they undergo a rapid phase change from solid to gas, a process called sublimation. This sublimation causes a significant expansion in volume, effectively lifting and dislodging contaminants from the surface. Additionally, the extreme cold of the dry ice (-78.5 degrees Celsius or -109.3 degrees Fahrenheit) causes a thermal shock to the contaminants, making them brittle and easier to remove.

Unlike many abrasive cleaning methods, dry ice blasting is non-abrasive and leaves no secondary waste product. The dry ice sublimes completely into carbon dioxide gas, which is non-toxic and safe for the environment. This makes it an ideal cleaning solution for sensitive equipment, delicate surfaces, and areas where residual media would be problematic. Common applications include industrial cleaning, mold remediation, graffiti removal, food processing equipment sanitation, and automotive part cleaning. The effectiveness and environmentally friendly nature of kuivajääpuhdistus have led to its increasing adoption across various industries.