Dry ice blasting is a cleaning technique that uses solid carbon dioxide (CO2) pellets to remove contaminants from surfaces:

How it works

• Dry ice pellets are accelerated at high speeds and shot at a surface using compressed air. When the pellets hit the surface, they immediately sublimate, turning directly from solid to gas without becoming liquid. This creates a thermal shock that loosens dirt and other contaminants without damaging the surface. 

•  Benefits

• Dry ice blasting is non-abrasive, non-conductive, non-toxic, and non-flammable. It's also chemical-free and water-free and doesn't create secondary waste. Dry ice is made from recycled CO2 and is approved by the EPA, FDA, and USDA. 

•  Applications

• Dry ice blasting is used in many industries, including automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, and power generation. It's ideal for cleaning sensitive parts or in environments where water can't be used. Some examples of applications include cleaning electronic components, removing paint, and decontaminating nuclear materials.